Hvallatur Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Watch your step!
Watch your step!
The rugged cliffs of western Iceland are home to a variety of birds. Puffins line the upper cliffs. They are fearless and can be approached.
The cliffs host a wide variety of birds. They soar in the strong air currents and nest in precarious holds on the rocks

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Fosshotel Westfjords

Fosshotel Westfjords

3 out of 5
Aðalstræti 100 Vesturbyggð
Stay at this hotel in Vesturbyggð. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and housekeeping. Popular attractions Hnjotur Folk Museum and Pollurinn Hot Pool are ...
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Systrakot

Systrakot

3 out of 5
Kirkjubraut 3 Talknafjordur Westfjords
Stay at this apartment in Talknafjordur. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a sauna. Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. Popular attraction ...
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Hotel Latrabjarg

Hotel Latrabjarg

3 out of 5
Fagrihvammur Orlygshofn Vesturbyggð
Stay at this hotel in Vesturbyggð. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attraction Hnjotur Folk Museum is located nearby.
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Systrakot

Systrakot

3 out of 5
Kirkjubraut 3 Talknafjordur Westfjords
Stay at this apartment in Talknafjordur. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a sauna. Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. Popular attraction ...
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Hænuvík Cottages

Hænuvík Cottages

2.5 out of 5
Hænuvík Vesturbyggð
Stay at this beach cottage in Vesturbyggð. Enjoy free parking, a private beach and a garden. Popular attraction Hnjotur Folk Museum is located nearby.
7/10 Good! (2 reviews)
Amazing location
Amazing, remote location. Cabin was tiny and rustic. Loved the beautiful area and empty beach. Felt a little like camping but worth it for unique experience.

Reviewed on 27 July 2021

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Popular places to visit

The rugged cliffs of western Iceland are home to a variety of birds. Puffins line the upper cliffs. They are fearless and can be approached.

Látrabjarg Cliffs

You can take time to visit Látrabjarg Cliffs during your travels to Vesturbyggð. Stroll along the beaches or experience the area's museums.

Látrabjarg Cliffs

Vatnsfjordur Nature Reserve

Explore the great outdoors at Vatnsfjordur Nature Reserve, a lovely green space in Vesturbyggð.

Vatnsfjordur Nature Reserve

Breidavik Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Breidavik Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Vesturbyggð.

Breidavik Beach

Bjargtangar Lighthouse

Find out about the history of Hvallatur with a stop at Bjargtangar Lighthouse. Wander the parks and beaches while you're in the area.

Bjargtangar Lighthouse

The Icelandic Sea Monster Museum

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at The Icelandic Sea Monster Museum during your trip to Vesturbyggð.

The Icelandic Sea Monster Museum

Saga of Gisli Sursson in Arnarfjord

Learn about the local history of Bildudalur when you take a trip to Saga of Gisli Sursson in Arnarfjord. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

Saga of Gisli Sursson in Arnarfjord