Food Scene
Bakaríið við Brúna
1 DalsbrautExcellent fresh baked sourdough breads and plenty of pastry.
Family oriented resturant with plenty of selection for everyone. Great pizzas.
25 locals recommend
Greifinn
20 GlerárgataFamily oriented resturant with plenty of selection for everyone. Great pizzas.
Hamborgarafabrikkan
Good jucy burgers!
Rub23
Some say the best resturant in Akureyri.
Parks & Nature
For a romantic walk in the woods.
Or old fashion playtime with the kids.
For jogging.
Great for picknics.
39 locals recommend
Kjarnaskógur
KjarnavegurFor a romantic walk in the woods.
Or old fashion playtime with the kids.
For jogging.
Great for picknics.
Botanical garden. Beautiful paths past thousands of plants.
Great coffeehouse in the center
61 locals recommend
Botanical Garden Akureyri
EyrarlandsvegurBotanical garden. Beautiful paths past thousands of plants.
Great coffeehouse in the center
Entertainment & Activities
During season (May-October) you may expect to see different type of whales during this 3 hour trip
15 locals recommend
Ambassador Whale Watching
During season (May-October) you may expect to see different type of whales during this 3 hour trip
Sundlaug Akureyrar
4 SkólastígurOne of your favorite swimming pools in Iceland.
In the winter it is one of the best skiing places in Iceland.
In the summer you can take the ski-lift up and enjoy the view. Hike to the top, then either walk down or hitch a ride on the lift.
24 locals recommend
Hlíðarfjall
HlíðarfjallsvegurIn the winter it is one of the best skiing places in Iceland.
In the summer you can take the ski-lift up and enjoy the view. Hike to the top, then either walk down or hitch a ride on the lift.
A unique place located in Húsavík. Multiple warm pools located with a unique view over the ocean.
18 locals recommend
Geosea - Geothermal Sea Baths
A unique place located in Húsavík. Multiple warm pools located with a unique view over the ocean.
Listasafnið á Akureyri / Akureyri Art Museum
8-12 KaupvangsstrætiNew geothermal baths.
Opened in the spring of 2022.
https://www.forestlagoon.is/en
12 locals recommend
Forest Lagoon
605 VaðlaskógurNew geothermal baths.
Opened in the spring of 2022.
https://www.forestlagoon.is/en
The local church is one of Akureyri's most photographed landmark. Walk up or down the steps and count them.
36 locals recommend
Akureyri Church
600 við EyrarlandsvegThe local church is one of Akureyri's most photographed landmark. Walk up or down the steps and count them.