Akureyri City Center

Akureyri

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Akureyri showing general coastal views and modern architecture
Akureyri which includes street scenes and a small town or village

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Hof - Cultural Center and Conference Hall

Whether you are attending a conference or want to be entertained by music, theater or art, this waterfront building has it covered.

Hof - Cultural Center and Conference Hall
Akureyri Church showing a church or cathedral

Akureyri Church

Marvel at the stained-glass panel and the huge pipe organ that are among the treasures of this modern church that towers over the city.

Akureyri Church
Akureyri Botanical Garden

Akureyri Botanical Garden

Explore the great outdoors at Akureyri Botanical Garden, a lovely green space in Akureyri. While in this walkable area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Akureyri Botanical Garden

Centre for Visual Arts

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Centre for Visual Arts during your travels in Akureyri. Discover the northern light views in this walkable area, or seek out the horseback riding.

Centre for Visual Arts

Forest Lagoon

You can take time to visit Forest Lagoon during your travels to Akureyri. Discover the area's northern light views and shops.

Forest Lagoon

University of Akureyri

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of Akureyri, during your trip to Akureyri. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

University of Akureyri

Things to do

Godafoss Waterfall

Half-Day Combo Tour to Goðafoss, Laufas and The Christmas House

P6,695
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Combo Tour to Goðafoss, Laufas and The Christmas House
Godafoss waterfall

Lake Myvatn and Godafoss Waterfall Day Tour from Akureyri

P11,030
per adult
Lake Myvatn and Godafoss Waterfall Day Tour from Akureyri
Whale Watching from Downtown Akureyri

Whale Watching from Downtown Akureyri

P5,562
per adult
Whale Watching from Downtown Akureyri
Whale Watching from the Heart of Akureyri

Whale Watching from the Heart of Akureyri

P6,034
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Whale Watching from the Heart of Akureyri
Godafoss and the Forest Lagoon

Godafoss and the Forest Lagoon

P12,003
per adult
Godafoss and the Forest Lagoon
The Viking Horse Riding Experience in North Iceland

The Viking Horse Riding Experience in North Iceland

P6,164
per adult
The Viking Horse Riding Experience in North Iceland
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Top hotels in Akureyri City Center

Hotel Kea by Keahotels
Hotel Kea by Keahotels
4 out of 5
Hafnarstraeti 87-89, Akureyri
The price is P14,670 per night from Jul 17 to Jul 18
P14,670
P16,656 total
Jul 17 - Jul 18
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star ski hotel in Akureyri. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (915 reviews)
"This property is central within Akureyri. The people at the front desk were so nice and also helpful. We had no problem parking, but I think we got lucky. There is no dedicated parking, so you have to find a place on the street."

Reviewed on Jun 27, 2025

Hotel Kea by Keahotels
Hotel Norðurland
Hotel Norðurland
3 out of 5
Geislagata 7, Akureyri
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Akureyri. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (270 reviews)
"Hotel is old and the rooms, furniture’s looked dated. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Breakfast was good. Overall good experience."

Reviewed on May 29, 2025

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Hotel Norðurland
Centrum Hotel
Centrum Hotel
3 out of 5
Hafnarstræti 102, Akureyri, Northeast Region
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Akureyri. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Centre for Visual Arts and Akureyri Church ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (413 reviews)
"Great area around the hotel and bathroom in room is so nice! Would recommend, great, especially for the price"

Reviewed on Jun 26, 2025

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Centrum Hotel
K16 apartments
K16 apartments
3.5 out of 5
Kaupvangstræti 16, Akureyri
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Akureyri. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Centre for Visual Arts and Akureyri Church ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (516 reviews)
Cozy seaside apartment
"Apartment was perfectly situated in the cute seaside town. Very walkable to delicious cafés and restaurants. Very spacious one bedroom unit. Laundry in unit was really convenient. Little balcony gave some far off view of the water. Highly recommend."

Reviewed on Jun 21, 2025

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Hafnarstræti Hostel
Hafnarstræti Hostel
2 out of 5
Hafnarstræti 99-101, Akureyri
Stay at this hostel in Akureyri. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and a pool table. Popular attractions Centre for Visual Arts and Akureyri Church are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (155 reviews)
"Staying in a pod was such a unique experience. Pod walls are not soundproof, but cozy and have a TV for an ultimate movie watching experience. The full kitchen was super convenient and common areas and bathrooms were kept very clean. Parking in P1 and P2 is paid during the day and free past 4pm, ..."

Reviewed on May 8, 2025

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Hafnarstræti Hostel
Lava Apartments
Lava Apartments
3 out of 5
Glerárgata 3b, Akureyri
The price is P8,621 per night from Jun 30 to Jul 1
P8,621
P9,941 total
Jun 30 - Jul 1
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Akureyri. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and Netflix. Popular attractions Centre for Visual Arts and Akureyri Church are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (473 reviews)
"The apartment is very well maintained has a fridge and cutlery, a microwave. Close to the harbour. Easy accessibility to the room with the code. Many restaurants near by if you want to eat outside. Bonus and Kronos is also walking distance. Staff did respond and allowed me early check in because ..."

Reviewed on Jun 8, 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Akureyri City Center

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Oddeyrin

When in Oddeyrin, you can plan a visit to Akureyri Church and Akureyri Botanical Garden, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Oddeyrin
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Giljahverfi

Though Giljahverfi might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Akureyri Botanical Garden and Akureyri Church.

Giljahverfi

Akureyri City Center