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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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BORGARNES MUSEUM

Region: West Iceland
Coordinates: 64.5609° N 21.9010° W

Among other things in the museum, there are two great exhibitions. One is Children Throughout a Century, which is a narrative of Iceland´s history in the 20th century; photographs play a major role.

The other exhibition is called Oh to be a bird! and shows the birds of Iceland in very special surroundings, a sight to see.

Opening hours Everyday
May, June, July & August 13:00-17:00
Other periods open on weekdays 13:00-16:00 and upon request.

WHAT TO SEE?
Nearby BORGARNES MUSEUM

Akranes
Borgarnes
Glymur
Thyrill
Saurbaer Church
Map of Borgarfjordur Area
Hallgrims Church
Hvanneyri Church
Hjardarholt Church
Vatnshorn native birchwoods
GOLF CLUB BORGARNES
GOLF COURSE THORISSTADIR
GOLF CLUB LEYNIR Akranes
BORGARNES SWIMMING POOL
BORGARNES TRANSPORTATION MUSEUM AND LAZY TOWN MUSEUM
THE SETTLEMENT CENTER, Borgarnes
HREPPSLAUG SWIMMING POOL
HVANNEYRI
HEGGSSTADIR
Hestur farm
GRABROK LAVA FIELD
GLANNI WATERFALL
THE AGRICULTURAL MUSEUM OF ICELAND. Hvanneyri
Skardsheidi

WHAT TO DO?
Nearby BORGARNES MUSEUM

Glymur
Vatnshorn native birchwoods
Laxa in Leirarsveit
ANDAKILSA
NORDURA
GLJUFURA
LANGA
ALFTA
Hitara
Seleyri
EYRARVATN-THORISSADAVATN - GEITABERGSVATN
FISKILAEKJARVATN
GUFUARVATN
BROKARVATN
BLONDUVOTN
GOLF CLUB BORGARNES
GOLF COURSE THORISSTADIR
GOLF CLUB LEYNIR Akranes
HVITARVELLIR
BORGARNES SWIMMING POOL
BORGARNES TRANSPORTATION MUSEUM AND LAZY TOWN MUSEUM
THE SETTLEMENT CENTER, Borgarnes
BORGARNES REGIONAL INFORMATION CENTRE
HREPPSLAUG SWIMMING POOL
Hestur farm
GRABROK LAVA FIELD
THE AGRICULTURAL MUSEUM OF ICELAND. Hvanneyri
Skardsheidi

WHERE TO STAY?
Nearby BORGARNES MUSEUM

Camping in Borgarnes
Camping in Varmaland
Hotel Borgarnes
Hotel Glymur near Hvalfjordur bay
Hotel Hafnarfjall Near Borgarnes
Hotel Laxarbakki on Route #1
Hotel Varmaland Borgarfjordur
Hotel Hamar Icelandair Borgarfjordur
Hostel HI Akranes
Guesthouse Bjarg Borgarnes
Guesthouse Borgarnes
Guesthouse Gallery Akranes
Ensku Husin near Borgarnes
Guesthouse Cabin Hestaland 17 km. from Borgarnes
Guesthouse Lambalaekur near Borgarnes
Apartment Obbuhus Borgarnes

Links in BORGARNES MUSEUM