Title: Visit Northern Iceland: Best of Northern Iceland Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Northern Iceland](https://expedia.ca/Northern-Iceland-Hotels.d6054683.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Northern Iceland](https://expedia.ca/Northern-Iceland-Vacation-Rentals.d6054683.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to Northern Iceland](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Northern-Iceland.d6054683.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Northern Iceland](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Northern-Iceland.d6054683.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Northern Iceland Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Northern-Iceland.d6054683.Car-Rental-Guide)[Northern Iceland Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Northern-Iceland.d6054683.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Northern Iceland ## Travel Guide ![Godafoss featuring mist or fog and a cascade](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6192522/08560b79-c833-4d64-8452-74185a7bd9e2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Akureyri which includes modern architecture and interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621562620398/c490a848-27bb-4019-92f1-0af87d37e37a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Akureyri Church which includes a church or cathedral](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6102184/33a4c9fa-9ab0-4b40-9e40-f4dd69655521.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Namafjall](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6102200/2eb43006-de4d-4300-8ba3-ea0194beab6d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Myvatn Nature Baths featuring a luxury hotel or resort and a hot spring](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6165883/0504325a-5cd9-40f3-b349-41ce943d7e0d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Northern Iceland Where to stay Things to do ### Where to stay in Northern Iceland ![Iceland is stunning! There is so much natural beauty just everywhere you turn.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/302/428367e6-a129-4ad5-bd96-77312f6442b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Akureyri City Center 4.5/5(12 area reviews) If you're spending some time in Akureyri City Center, Hof - Cultural Center and Conference Hall and Centre for Visual Arts are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.ca/Akureyri-Akureyri-City-Center.dx553248635976398910) ![Fishing town of Husavik at sunset, Iceland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976398761/a3785a3a-aee9-4627-9199-d22c9c52f2c9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Oddeyrin 4.5/5(2 area reviews) When in Oddeyrin, you can plan a visit to Hof - Cultural Center and Conference Hall and Akureyri Botanical Garden, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area. [](https://expedia.ca/Akureyri-Oddeyrin.dx553248635976398761) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Giljahverfi Though Giljahverfi might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Akureyri Botanical Garden and Hof - Cultural Center and Conference Hall. [](https://expedia.ca/Akureyri-Giljahverfi.dx553248635976396131) - Northern Iceland Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Northern Iceland ![Hotel Akureyri](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9710000/9703600/9703588/63850b16_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Akureyri Hafnarstræti 67 Akureyri CA $203 CA $237 total Mar 29 - Mar 30 includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Akureyri. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Matthiasarhus and Centre for Visual Arts are located ... 9/10 Wonderful! (318 reviews) Wonderful 3 night stay. The hotel was modern with an excellent bar and breakfast room/restaurant. Staff were polite and helpful. Ideal location. Close to harbour for boat trips and 40 minute walk along the fjord to the airport. Reviewed on Mar 5, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=29%2F03%2F2026&endDate=30%2F03%2F2026&selected=9703588&PinnedHotelID=9703588&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6054683) ![Mývatn - Berjaya Iceland Hotels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20080000/20078100/20078082/d19d2bd5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Mývatn - Berjaya Iceland Hotels Reynihlid Myvatn Northeast Region CA $174 CA $202 total Apr 16 - Apr 17 includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Myvatn. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ... [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=16%2F04%2F2026&endDate=17%2F04%2F2026&selected=20078082&PinnedHotelID=20078082&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6054683) ![Centrum Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27060000/27057400/27057386/8425d688_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Centrum Hotel Hafnarstræti 102 Akureyri Northeast Region CA $144 CA $168 total Apr 15 - Apr 16 includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Akureyri. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Centre for Visual Arts and Hof - Cultural Center ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (515 reviews) Excellent and clean room and very friendly staff! Reviewed on Mar 9, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F04%2F2026&endDate=16%2F04%2F2026&selected=27057386&PinnedHotelID=27057386&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6054683) [See all 376 properties in Northern Iceland](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=17%2F03%2F2026&endDate=18%2F03%2F2026®ionId=6054683) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![K16 apartments](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19250000/19242900/19242808/83005816_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### K16 apartments Kaupvangstræti 16 Akureyri Stay at this apartment in Akureyri. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Centre for Visual Arts and Matthiasarhus are located ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (592 reviews) Amazing apartment just close to everything :) Is my second time staying here, is clean, comfortable, kitchen has all the equipment needed :) There is free parking outside. The host was so lovely and very responsive when i needed something. Definitely the best place to stay in Akureyri. I will come ... Reviewed on Mar 6, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Akureyri-Hotels-K16-Apartments.h19242808.Hotel-Information) ![Sæluhus Hotel Apartments & Houses](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30550000/30545900/30545835/d15cb407_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sæluhus Hotel Apartments & Houses Búðartröð 2 Akureyri Stay at this apartment in Akureyri. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 15 hot tubs. Popular attractions Laxdal House and Akureyri Botanical Garden are located ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (222 reviews) Spotless modern comfortable accommodation. Warm and well appointed- spa fab - plenty of hot water. Great views and very helpful staff with excellent communication. Reviewed on Jan 27, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Akureyri-Hotels-Sluhus-Hotel-Apartments-Houses.h30545835.Hotel-Information) ![Hvammstangi Cottages](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21210000/21206600/21206593/784cf018_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hvammstangi Cottages Kirkjuhvammur Hvammstangi Northwestern Region Book a stay at this family-friendly cottage in Hvammstangi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Icelandic Seal Center Museum and ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (220 reviews) Great little cottages. Spacious, comfortable. 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Additional terms may apply. ## Check Northern Iceland hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6054683&startDate=2026-03-16&endDate=2026-03-17)[Mar 16 - Mar 17](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6054683&startDate=2026-03-16&endDate=2026-03-17) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6054683&startDate=2026-03-17&endDate=2026-03-18)[Mar 17 - Mar 18](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6054683&startDate=2026-03-17&endDate=2026-03-18) [This weekend ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6054683&startDate=20%2F03%2F2026&endDate=22%2F03%2F2026)[Mar 20 - Mar 22](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6054683&startDate=20%2F03%2F2026&endDate=22%2F03%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6054683&startDate=27%2F03%2F2026&endDate=29%2F03%2F2026)[Mar 27 - Mar 29](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6054683&startDate=27%2F03%2F2026&endDate=29%2F03%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Myvatn which includes a lake or waterhole and a sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532494669/fcc4d140-cd86-4369-9b5c-8ec4baa36067.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Lake Myvatn Explore the caves, craters, lava fields and curiously shaped rock formations at this volcanic wonderland in the north of Iceland. [](https://expedia.ca/Lake-Myvatn-Myvatn.d553248621532494669.Vacation-Attraction) ![Aurora over the winter forest](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/737624990692331520/e6f3b470-2ced-41a5-ad58-5d6c1cd4860a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Forest Lagoon You can take time to visit Forest Lagoon during your travels to Akureyri. Discover the area's northern light views and shops. [](https://expedia.ca/Forest-Lagoon-Akureyri.d737624990692331520.Vacation-Attraction) ![Myvatn Nature Baths which includes a hot spring and a luxury hotel or resort as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6165883/9e6a66e2-6b59-4eb7-8494-34c4e608ed5d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Myvatn Nature Baths Relax with a massage in the geothermal pools and enjoy a bath over natural steam jets in this scenic site. [](https://expedia.ca/Myvatn-Nature-Baths-Myvatn.d6165883.Vacation-Attraction) ![Godafoss featuring a waterfall and mist or fog](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6192522/831519da-6894-4729-98cc-3b4e686c1a72.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Godafoss Appreciate a view of the impressive horseshoe shape of the Waterfall of the Gods and go hiking alongside the foamy rapids of the Skjálfandafljót River. [](https://expedia.ca/Godafoss-Laugar.d6192522.Vacation-Attraction) ![Dettifoss which includes a waterfall](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6102206/e2147899-e992-45a1-a1d6-8bf51c813d2c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Dettifoss Marvel at the dynamism of nature at this waterfall, which is the highlight in a series of chutes along the river. [](https://expedia.ca/Dettifoss-Northeastern-Region.d6102206.Vacation-Attraction) ![Akureyri Church which includes a church or cathedral](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6102184/33a4c9fa-9ab0-4b40-9e40-f4dd69655521.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Akureyri Church Marvel at the stained-glass panel and the huge pipe organ that are among the treasures of this modern church that towers over the city. [](https://expedia.ca/Akureyri-Church-Akureyri-City-Center.d6102184.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Sky Lagoon Entrance Ticket Including 7-Step Ritual](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5111465/145dcd03-125d-4b06-b167-3d024670666e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sky Lagoon Entrance Ticket Including 7-Step Ritual CA $162 per adult **98%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/sky-lagoon-entrance-ticket-including-7-step-ritual.a5111465.activity-details) ![Golden Circle, Kerid Crater & Blue Lagoon Admission Tickets](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/514985/0a6b16fc-aa06-415d-908b-f206b4e841b5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Golden Circle, Kerid Crater & Blue Lagoon Admission Tickets CA $353 per adult **98%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/golden-circle.a514985.activity-details) ![Small Group Northern Lights Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/522186/1e52a727-9c28-4f12-8336-94ff8da0c87c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Small Group Northern Lights Tour CA $140 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/small-group-northern-lights-tour.a522186.activity-details) ![Katla Ice Cave & South Coast Day Tour from Reykjavik](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/503678/e5cd41f4-0e9d-45be-babd-7b8f685bc034.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Katla Ice Cave & South Coast Day Tour from Reykjavik CA $395 per adult **94%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/katla-ice-cave-south-coast-day-tour-from-reykjavik.a503678.activity-details) ![Northern Lights Yacht Cruise in Reykjavik](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4250448/76fc0102-55b6-46d4-bee7-19b438c72763.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Northern Lights Yacht Cruise in Reykjavik CA $129 per adult **88%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/northern-lights-yacht-cruise-in-reykjavik.a4250448.activity-details) ![Northern Lights Small Group Tour with Hot Chocolate & Photos](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1132362/35b38f71-69b6-4e87-a659-1f489e42f161.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Northern Lights Small-Group Tour with Hot Chocolate & Photos CA $230 per adult **88%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/northern-lights-small-group-tour-with-hot-chocolate-photos.a1132362.activity-details) [See all activities in Northern Iceland](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Northern-Iceland.d6054683.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Northern Iceland ![Akureyri showing a coastal town](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/302/666d86cf-8de7-4ac6-9df1-27be82a938ff.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Akureyri ![Caption---- Shore in Husavik, Iceland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1551/8aaca028-3c7a-4484-b5fa-7e83e30d8804.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Husavik ![Adobe](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3070/a326bec2-8def-454e-883a-f0e28395b7e2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Sauðárkrókur ![Kirche Kirkjuhvammskirkja in Hvammstangi im Norden von Island](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7761/bc823970-921f-4d16-8c5d-2ff0abe84c36.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Hvammstangi - Cities near Northern Iceland - Places of interest [Akureyri](https://expedia.ca/Akureyri.dx302)[Husavik](https://expedia.ca/Husavik.dx1551)[Sauðárkrókur](https://expedia.ca/Sauarkrokur.dx3070)[Hvammstangi](https://expedia.ca/Hvammstangi.dx7761)[Olafsfjordur](https://expedia.ca/Olafsfjordur.dx9174)[Kopasker](https://expedia.ca/Kopasker.dx9233)[Raufarhofn](https://expedia.ca/Raufarhofn.dx9667)[Laugar](https://expedia.ca/Laugar.dx6035418)[Ljosavatn](https://expedia.ca/Ljosavatn.dx6135103)[Bakki](https://expedia.ca/Bakki.dx6192398)[Skutustadir](https://expedia.ca/Skutustadir.dx6192547)[Sprengisandur](https://expedia.ca/Sprengisandur.dx6192548)[Laugarbakki](https://expedia.ca/Laugarbakki.dx3000475569)[Siglufjörður](https://expedia.ca/Siglufjorur.dx553248635932470489)[Glaumbær](https://expedia.ca/Glaumbr.dx553248635975665611) - [Vatnajökull National Park ](https://expedia.ca/Vatnajokull-National-Park-Iceland.d553248621533098981.Vacation-Attraction) - [Lake Myvatn ](https://expedia.ca/Lake-Myvatn-Myvatn.d553248621532494669.Vacation-Attraction) - [Myvatn Nature Baths ](https://expedia.ca/Myvatn-Nature-Baths-Myvatn.d6165883.Vacation-Attraction) - [Godafoss ](https://expedia.ca/Godafoss-Laugar.d6192522.Vacation-Attraction) - [Dettifoss ](https://expedia.ca/Dettifoss-Northeastern-Region.d6102206.Vacation-Attraction) - [Akureyri Church ](https://expedia.ca/Akureyri-Church-Akureyri-City-Center.d6102184.Vacation-Attraction) - [Geosea Geothermal Sea Baths ](https://expedia.ca/Geosea-Geothermal-Sea-Baths-Husavik.d553248635977402150.Vacation-Attraction) - [Dimmuborgir ](https://expedia.ca/Dimmuborgir-Myvatn.d6102198.Vacation-Attraction) - [Krafla Volcano ](https://expedia.ca/Krafla-Volcano-Northeastern-Region.d6102196.Vacation-Attraction) - [Namafjall ](https://expedia.ca/Namafjall-Myvatn.d6102200.Vacation-Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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