Northeastern Region Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A geothermal area with a large blue pool surrounded by mineral deposits.
A rugged landscape with a body of water, rocky terrain, and distant snow-capped mountains.
A geothermal area with mineral deposits and steam rising from the ground.
A calm lake with rocky shores and distant mountains under a cloudy sky.
A coastal landscape with moss-covered rocks and a calm sea.

Popular cities in Northeastern Region

A coastal town with a harbor, buildings, and snow-capped mountains in the background.
Akureyri
Known for Northern lights, Cafes and Whale watching
Visit museums and a magnificent church and stroll leisurely in the botanical garden of what has been nicknamed “the capital of northern Iceland.”

Reasons to visit

  • Forest Lagoon
  • Akureyri Church
  • Akureyri Botanical Garden
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A geothermal spa with a pool, wooden deck, and a modern building with large windows.
Myvatn
Known for Lakes, Northern lights and Nature
Hike through lava fields and ascend to the rim of a volcanic crater, before relaxing in the geothermal lagoons of this extraordinary landscape.

Reasons to visit

  • Lake Myvatn
  • Myvatn Nature Baths
  • Dimmuborgir
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A rugged mountainous landscape with a winding river and distant mountains under a cloudy sky.
Laugar
Explore attractions like Godafoss and Laugavollur as you discover things to see and do in Laugar.

Reasons to visit

  • Godafoss
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A coastal town with a dirt path leading to it, surrounded by hills and mountains.
Dalvik
Known for Museums, Theme parks and Marinas
Experience the museums, theme park and natural setting in Dalvik!

Reasons to visit

  • Hvitserkur
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A harbor with boats, a large building with 'PG' on it, and mountains in the background.
Husavik
Known for Whale watching, Ports and Tours
Explore Husavik: its whale watching, horse riding, sailing and more!
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A coastal town with a large industrial facility, a harbor with boats, and a mountainous backdrop.
Siglufjörður
Known for Ports, Luxury and Mountains
Quaint Siglufjörður awaits: its mountain views, marina, dining and more!
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Stay near popular Northeastern Region attractions

A turquoise lake with clear water, surrounded by hills and a distant mountain.

Lake Myvatn

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Explore the caves, craters, lava fields and curiously shaped rock formations at this volcanic wonderland in the north of Iceland.
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