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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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Hostel HI Akranes

Region: West Iceland
Coordinates: 64.37° N 22.03° W

Akranes HI Hostel is originally build as the towns Pharmacy – and the house itself goes by the name Apotek. Conveniently located in the small coastal town Akranes and only a 30 minutes’ drive from Reykjavik. Making it a great option for budget travelers wanting to enjoy and experience Iceland. At Akranes HI Hostel you can find a selection of rooms in varied sizes, suitable for solo travelers as well as groups. Situated in a walking distance from restaurants, cafe’s, swimming pools, a movie theater and other attractions in the lovely town of Akranes.

WHAT TO SEE?
Nearby Hostel HI Akranes

Akranes
Borgarnes
Glymur
Grundartangi
Mosfellsbaer
Therney Island
The Islands of Reykjavik
Akurey Island
Kollafjordur Bay
Puffin Island Lundey
Icelandic Vikings
Hvanneyri Church
Mogilsa
GOLF CLUB LEYNIR Akranes
AKRANES SWIMMING POOL
AKRANES FOLK MUSEUM
AKRANES PHOTOGRAFICAL MUSEUM
AKRANES LIGHTHOUSES
BORGARNES SWIMMING POOL
BORGARNES MUSEUM
BORGARNES TRANSPORTATION MUSEUM AND LAZY TOWN MUSEUM
THE SETTLEMENT CENTER, Borgarnes
HVANNEYRI
THE AGRICULTURAL MUSEUM OF ICELAND. Hvanneyri
HVALFJORDUR WHALE BAY
Ingolfur Arnarson

WHAT TO DO?
Nearby Hostel HI Akranes

Glymur
Mt. Esja Hike
Icelandic Vikings
Icelandic Forest Research HQ
Klebergslaug Swimming Pool
Laxa in Leirarsveit
Leirvogsa, Angling
ANDAKILSA
ALFTA
Seleyri
FISKILAEKJARVATN
GOLF CLUB LEYNIR Akranes
AKRANES SWIMMING POOL
AKRANES FOLK MUSEUM
AKRANES PHOTOGRAFICAL MUSEUM
AKRANES LIGHTHOUSES
BORGARNES SWIMMING POOL
BORGARNES MUSEUM
BORGARNES TRANSPORTATION MUSEUM AND LAZY TOWN MUSEUM
THE SETTLEMENT CENTER, Borgarnes
BORGARNES REGIONAL INFORMATION CENTRE
THE AGRICULTURAL MUSEUM OF ICELAND. Hvanneyri

WHERE TO STAY?
Nearby Hostel HI Akranes

Camping in Borgarnes
Camping in Akranes
Hotel Laxnes Mosfellsbaer
Hotel Borgarnes
Hotel Glymur near Hvalfjordur bay
Hotel Hafnarfjall Near Borgarnes
Hotel Laxarbakki on Route #1
Guesthouse Bjarg Borgarnes
Guesthouse Borgarnes
Guesthouse Gallery Akranes
Apartment Obbuhus Borgarnes

Links in Hostel HI Akranes