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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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SUDURNES SCIENCE AND LEARNING CENTER

Region: Reykjanes
Coordinates: 64.0378° N 22.7068° W

If you are interested in the Icelandic nature and wildlife, sea creatures, research related to the area and art, the Sudurnes Science and Learning Center is a place you must visit!

The center offers three exciting exhibitions. They include a nature gallery where you can look at and touch various stuffed animals from the Icelandic wildlife and see live sea creatures. There is also a collection of shells and whale bones in addition to the only stuffed walrus in Iceland.

In the historical gallery you can visit the magnificent exhibition Attraction of the Poles on the life of the French medical doctor and polar scientist Jean-Baptiste Charcot. A model of his research ship, Pourquoi-Pas?, that perished off the coast of Iceland in 1936 is part of the exhibition.

In the art gallery you will find the art and educational exhibition Hidden World of the Seaweed Fairies. The exhibition weaves scientific knowledge about the ocean into the magical world of the seaweed fairies.

Sudurnes Science and Learning Center is an ideal place to visit for families and others hungry for knowledge. Join our treasure hunt that will take you on an exciting journey looking for various animals, plants and historical places. Bring your findings back to the Center for further research.

Opening hours

Summer (May 1st – August 31st)

Monday – Friday: 10:00 to 16:00
Saturday and Sunday: 13:00 to 17:00

Winter (September 1st – April 30th)

Exhibitions closed.

Flexible opening hours for groups (minimum 20 persons) year-round – please call 423-7555.

WHAT TO SEE?
Nearby SUDURNES SCIENCE AND LEARNING CENTER

Vogar
Gardur
Sandgerdi
Njardvik Reykjanesbaer
Keflavik International Airport
Reykjanesbaer - Keflavik
Hafnir Reykjanesbaer
Grindavik
Vogastapi Headland
Vatnsleysustrond
Vatnsleysa Farms
Utskalar Church
Trolladyngja
Mt Fagradalsfjall
Stapafell
Stakksfjordur
Stafnes/Basendar
Selatangar - Mt. Festarfjall
Reykjanes Peninsula
Reykjanes
Gardskagi - Reykjanes, End Point"
Hafnaberg Cliff
Hafurbjarnarstadir Farm
Kalmanstjorn Farm
Map of Southwest Iceland
Map of The Reykjanes Area
Hvalsnes Church
Svartsengi Geothermal Power Plant
Sandgerdi Swimming Pool
Grindavik Swimming Pool
Gardur Swimming Pool
Vogar Swimming Pool
Seabird hunting in Iceland
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FOLK MUSEUM IN GARDUR & LIGHTHOUSES
THE LIGHTHOUSE ON GARDSKAGI
SOUTHWEST ICELAND NATURE RESEARCH CENTRE
KUAGERDI
SUDURNES SCIENCE AND LEARNING CENTER
REYKJANES UNESCO GLOBAL GEOPARK
Saga Trail Reykjanes
Arnarsetur
Reykjanes Travel guide
Mt Thorbjorn
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WHAT TO DO?
Nearby SUDURNES SCIENCE AND LEARNING CENTER

Gardur
Grindavik
Selatangar - Mt. Festarfjall
Reykjanes Peninsula
Hiking Trails - Reykjanes Peninsula
Vogar - Njardvik Hike
Map of Southwest Iceland
Map of The Reykjanes Area
Svartsengi Geothermal Power Plant
Sandgerdi Swimming Pool
Grindavik Swimming Pool
Gardur Swimming Pool
Vogar Swimming Pool
Seabird hunting in Iceland
GOLF CLUB GRINDAVIK
GOLF CLUB SUDURNES Keflavik
GOLF CLUB SANDGERDI
GOLF CLUB VATNSLEYSUSTROND
FOLK MUSEUM IN GARDUR & LIGHTHOUSES
THE LIGHTHOUSE ON GARDSKAGI
SOUTHWEST ICELAND NATURE RESEARCH CENTRE
REYKJANES UNESCO GLOBAL GEOPARK
Saga Trail Reykjanes
Junkaragerdi
Kirkjubol
Reykjanes Travel guide
Mt Thorbjorn
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WHERE TO STAY?
Nearby SUDURNES SCIENCE AND LEARNING CENTER

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