Akureyri City Center

Akureyri

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Akureyri which includes street scenes and a small town or village

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Akureyri which includes street scenes and modern architecture

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

P7,076
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Combo Tour to Goðafoss, Laufas and The Christmas House
Whale Watching from Downtown Akureyri

Whale Watching from Downtown Akureyri

P5,758
per adult
Whale Watching from Downtown Akureyri
Akureyri Express Whale Watching by RIB boat

Akureyri Express Whale Watching by RIB boat

P10,470
per adult
Akureyri Express Whale Watching by RIB boat
We climb the Crater Mt. Hverfjall

Dettifoss and Goðafoss Waterfall Small Group from Akureyri Port

P13,141
per adult
Dettifoss and Goðafoss Waterfall Small Group from Akureyri Port
Whale Watching from the Heart of Akureyri

Whale Watching from the Heart of Akureyri

P6,267
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Whale Watching from the Heart of Akureyri
Godafoss waterfall

Lake Myvatn and Godafoss Waterfall Day Tour from Akureyri

P11,456
per adult
Lake Myvatn and Godafoss Waterfall Day Tour from Akureyri
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Top hotels in Akureyri City Center

Centrum Hotel

Centrum Hotel

3 out of 5
Hafnarstræti 102, Akureyri, Northeast Region
The price is P7,512 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
P7,512
P8,708 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (446 reviews)
"Conveniently located near the city central."

Reviewed on Aug 17, 2025

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Hotel Kea by Keahotels

Hotel Kea by Keahotels

4 out of 5
Hafnarstraeti 87-89, Akureyri
The price is P11,885 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
P11,885
P13,563 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
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! (939 reviews)
"Really liked this hotel a lot. Situated in a great location and can walk to all the best restaurants and ahops."

Reviewed on Aug 18, 2025

Hotel Kea by Keahotels
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! (163 reviews)
Affordable, but arrival and pods disappointing
"Decent budget option, but communication and support need improvement. I emailed well in advance to confirm my booking but never received the necessary info, and there are no staff on site to help. Pros: Affordable budget option. Pods are reasonably comfortable for sleeping. Earplugs made it possible ..."

Reviewed on Aug 18, 2025

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Hafnarstræti Hostel
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! (537 reviews)
"Very nice place with free parking. Has everything you need including a laundry room with free washer/dryer"

Reviewed on Aug 14, 2025

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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! (280 reviews)
"Staff was amazing! The hotel its self is so cozy and the drive is definitely worth it. There is also a waterfall you can hike to from the hotel"

Reviewed on Jul 25, 2025

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Lava Apartments

Lava Apartments

3 out of 5
Glerárgata 3b, Akureyri
The price is P9,281 per night from Aug 30 to Aug 31
P9,281
P10,674 total
Aug 30 - Aug 31
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! (482 reviews)
"Super clean, compact, and in a very convenient location."

Reviewed on Jul 16, 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