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About Iceland

Let us quench your thirst for knowledge about Iceland, whether it be geography, historical trivia or geological information.

Browse our impressive catalogue of information about Iceland and you will soon find out that your subject of interest is just one click away.

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  • 1. Reykjavík Area
    Reykjavík is the capital of Iceland, surrounded by suburbs and fascinating places.
  • 2. Reykjanes
    Reykjanes peninsula is full of geothermal wonders and also the home of Keflavík Airport.
  • 3. West Iceland
    One of the most famous attraction in the West is Snæfellsjökull glacier.
  • 4. Westfjords
    An isolated part of Iceland, with a natural beauty beyond compare.
  • 5. Strandir
    If you’re looking for desolated wilderness and solitude, Strandir is the place for you.
  • 6. North Iceland
    Home of Dettifoss waterfall, the most powerful waterfall in Europe.
  • 7. South Iceland
    Iceland’s most visited region, with plenty of waterfalls, black sand beaches and glaciers.
  • 8. Highlands and interior
    The uninhabited region of Iceland, with amazing landscapes that are hard to find anywhere else.
  • 9. East Iceland
    The eastern part of Iceland is the home of the reindeers and Iceland’s biggest forest.
  • Where to GO?
  • WHAT TO SEE?
    • All Attractions
    • Churches
    • Farms
    • Film locations
    • Fjords
    • Geysirs and Hot Springs
    • Glaciers
    • Historical Sites
    • Islands
    • Lakes
    • Mountains
    • Museums
    • Place of Interest
    • Plains
    • Rivers
    • Towns
    • Volcanos & Lava Fields
    • Waterfalls
  • What to do?
    • All Activities
    • Deep Sea Fishing
    • Golf
    • Hiking
    • Horseriding
    • Hunting
    • Icelandic Forests
    • Lakefishing
    • Murders
    • Restaurant
    • Saga Trail
    • Salmon
    • Swimming Pools
    • Tours
    • Travel Planning
    • Trout
    • Wintersport
  • WHERE TO STAY ?
    • All Accommodation
    • Camping
    • Cottages
    • Farm Holidays
    • Guesthouses
    • Hostels
    • Hotels
    • Mountain Huts

Travel Guide

We’ve compiled a comprehensive list of places of interest in Iceland, whether it be churches, glaciers, islands or waterfalls.

We’ve also gleaned information about accommodation options all over the country, so you don’t have to. Simply select your area and start browsing.

Bus Schedules

Travel Iceland by bus and book your transport right here with us. You can book a one way ticket to almost anywhere in Iceland.

You can also plan your bus travel from A to Z and add numerous bus rides to your cart. Plan away!

Recreation

Travel Market

Iceland has so many great options for any type of recreational activities. Our recreation guide will help you find great information on your favourite hobby or interest while visiting our beautiful country.

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  • 1. Reykjavík Area
    Reykjavík is the capital of Iceland, surrounded by suburbs and fascinating places.
  • 2. Reykjanes
    Reykjanes peninsula is full of geothermal wonders and also the home of Keflavík Airport.
  • 3. West Iceland
    One of the most famous attraction in the West is Snæfellsjökull glacier.
  • 4. Westfjords
    An isolated part of Iceland, with a natural beauty beyond compare.
  • 5. Strandir
    If you’re looking for desolated wilderness and solitude, Strandir is the place for you.
  • 6. North Iceland
    Home of Dettifoss waterfall, the most powerful waterfall in Europe.
  • 7. South Iceland
    Iceland’s most visited region, with plenty of waterfalls, black sand beaches and glaciers.
  • 8. Highlands and interior
    The uninhabited region of Iceland, with amazing landscapes that are hard to find anywhere else.
  • 9. East Iceland
    The eastern part of Iceland is the home of the reindeers and Iceland’s biggest forest.

The Nine Wonders of Iceland

We split Iceland into nine different regions to make your search for information easier. Simply click on the region you want to explore and read about towns, attractions, hiking, accommodation and more.

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AKRANES FOLK MUSEUM

Region: West Iceland
Coordinates: 64.34° N 22.02° W

Akranes Folk Museum offers a unique insight into past times in Akranes and surrounding area. The museum’s exhibition is in several houses, some of which were moved from other parts of town. The permanent exhibition reflects living conditions and life at sea, in rural areas, at work and in play. In the museum there is also a micro-cinema and a space for temporary exhibitions. A visit to Akranes Folk Museum offers something for all senses.

The opening hours of the Bygðasafn in Görður are as follows:

Summer opening is from May 15 – September 14, every day from 11:00-17:00.

Winter opening is from September 15 – May 14, Saturdays from 13:00-17:00,
other days by arrangement for groups.
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WHAT TO SEE?
Nearby AKRANES FOLK MUSEUM

Akranes
Glymur
Grundartangi
Seltjarnarnes
Mosfellsbaer
Therney Island
Saurbaer Church
Reykjavik Harbor
Perlan
Althingishusid - The Icelandic Parliament House
The Islands of Reykjavik
Akurey Island
Engey Island
Geldinganes Headland
Grotta Island
Kollafjordur Bay
Puffin Island Lundey
Videy Island
Icelandic Vikings
Lutheran Cathedral
Catholic Church
Hallgrims Church
Reykjavik Botanical Gardens
The Cabinet House
Reykjavik City Hall
Culture House
Family and Domestic Animal Garden
Gufunes
Harpa Concert Hall
Hofdi House
Korpulfsstadir
Mogilsa
Old Prison Reykjavik
GOLF CLUB REYKJAVIK Korpulfsstadavollur
GOLF CLUB BAKKAKOT in VALLEY MOSFELLSDALUR
GOLF CLUB NES
GOLF CLUB LEYNIR Akranes
Augustine monestary on Island Videy
AKRANES SWIMMING POOL
AKRANES PHOTOGRAFICAL MUSEUM
AKRANES LIGHTHOUSES
HVALFJORDUR WHALE BAY
Saga Trail Reykjavik Area
Laxnes Gljufrasteinn
Bakkatjorn Seltjarnarnes
Laugarnes
Arctic Terns
Restaurant near Reykjavik harbour
Ingolfur Arnarson
Radagerdi Restaurant Seltjarnarnes

WHAT TO DO?
Nearby AKRANES FOLK MUSEUM

Glymur
Mt. Esja Hike
Videy Hike
Icelandic Vikings
Icelandic Forest Research HQ
Laugardalslaug Swimming Pool
Sundhollin Swimming Pool
Vesturbaejarlaug Swimming Pool
Varmarlaug Swimming Pool
Seltjarnarnes Swimming Pool
Lagafellslaug Swimming Pool
Klebergslaug Swimming Pool
Laxa in Leirarsveit
Ulvarsa angling
Leirvogsa, Angling
Hafravatn, Angling
GOLF CLUB REYKJAVIK Korpulfsstadavollur
ALFTA
Seleyri
FISKILAEKJARVATN
Asmundur Sveinsson Museum
GOLF CLUB BAKKAKOT in VALLEY MOSFELLSDALUR
GOLF CLUB NES
GOLF CLUB LEYNIR Akranes
Augustine monestary on Island Videy
AKRANES SWIMMING POOL
AKRANES PHOTOGRAFICAL MUSEUM
AKRANES LIGHTHOUSES
Saga Trail Reykjavik Area
Laxnes Gljufrasteinn
Bakkatjorn Seltjarnarnes
Laugarnes
Arctic Terns
Restaurant near Reykjavik harbour
Radagerdi Restaurant Seltjarnarnes

WHERE TO STAY?
Nearby AKRANES FOLK MUSEUM

Camping in Mosskogar Mosfellsbaer
Camping in Akranes
Centerhotel Arnarhvoll
Centerhotel Skjaldbreidur
Centerhotel Thingholt
Centerhotel Midgardur
Centerhotel Plaza
Centerhotel Klopp
Hotel Laxnes Mosfellsbaer
Hotel Glymur near Hvalfjordur bay
Hotel Hafnarfjall Near Borgarnes
Hotel Laxarbakki on Route #1
Hostel HI Akranes
Guesthouse Gallery Akranes

Links in AKRANES FOLK MUSEUM