Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Northern Iceland September 2025 | Expedia.ca [Northern Iceland Travel Guide](https://expedia.ca/Northern-Iceland.dx6054683)[Hotels in Northern Iceland](https://expedia.ca/Northern-Iceland-Hotels.d6054683.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Northern Iceland](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Northern-Iceland.d6054683.Travel-Guide-Flights)[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) # What to do in Northern Iceland ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Northern Iceland Types of activities Where to stay [Northern Iceland travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Northern-Iceland.dx6054683) ![Godafoss featuring mist or fog and a cascade](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/128000/128441-Godafoss.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Akureyri which includes modern architecture and interior views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/128000/128572-Hof-Cultural-And-Conference-Center.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Akureyri Church which includes a church or cathedral](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/128000/128508-Akureyri-Church.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Namafjall](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/127000/127946-Myvatn.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Myvatn Nature Baths featuring a luxury hotel or resort and a hot spring](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/127000/127940-Myvatn.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Northern Iceland Attractions Let Expedia help you experience the best that Northern Iceland has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Activities and Tours Northern Iceland is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Northern Iceland to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights. #### Northern Iceland Attractions Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Northern Iceland. Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Northern Iceland attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. ## Browse Northern Iceland activities by category Tours & day trips [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6054683&location=Northern+Iceland&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) Adventure & outdoor [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6054683&location=Northern+Iceland&filter.categories=AdventureOutdoor) Wildlife & nature [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6054683&location=Northern+Iceland&filter.categories=WildlifeNature) History & culture [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6054683&location=Northern+Iceland&filter.categories=HistoryCulture) Private & custom tours [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6054683&location=Northern+Iceland&filter.categories=Privatecustomtours) Cruises & boat tours [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6054683&location=Northern+Iceland&filter.categories=CruisesBoatTours) Water activities [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6054683&location=Northern+Iceland&filter.categories=Wateractivities) Spa & wellness [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6054683&location=Northern+Iceland&filter.categories=SpaWellness) Classes & workshops [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6054683&location=Northern+Iceland&filter.categories=ClassesWorkshops) Holiday & seasonal tours [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6054683&location=Northern+Iceland&filter.categories=HolidaySeasonalTours) Food, drink & nightlife [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6054683&location=Northern+Iceland&filter.categories=FoodDrinkNightlife) Winter activities [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6054683&location=Northern+Iceland&filter.categories=Winteractivities) Shows & concerts [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6054683&location=Northern+Iceland&filter.categories=ShowsConcerts) Air, helicopter & balloon tours [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6054683&location=Northern+Iceland&filter.categories=AirHelicopterBalloonTours) * * * Explore thousands of activities with **free cancellation and no added fees**. Design your experience with airport transfers, excursions, day tours & more. Get an insider's look in what to book before you travel. * * * ## Recommended things to do in Northern Iceland | Number of things to do | 467 | | --- | --- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [eSIM: Airalo Europe Package - United Kingdom](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/esim-airalo-europe-package-united-kingdom.a46752190.activity-details): CA $5 | | Top 5 things to do | - [Full-Day Golden Circle Classic Tour with Expert Guide](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/full-day-golden-circle-classic-tour-with-expert-guide.a180659.activity-details) - [The Golden Circle, Kerid Volcanic Crater & Blue Lagoon Visit](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/the-golden-circle-kerid-volcanic-crater-blue-lagoon-visit.a514906.activity-details) - [Southern Iceland Full Day Tour, Black Sand Beaches & More](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/southern-iceland-full-day-tour-black-sand-beaches-more.a522125.activity-details) - [Blue Lagoon Entrance and Transfers From Reykjavik](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/blue-lagoon-entrance-and-transfers-from-reykjavik.a45075819.activity-details) - [eSIM: Airalo Europe Package - United Kingdom](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/esim-airalo-europe-package-united-kingdom.a46752190.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | - [Sky Lagoon Geothermal Spa Experience including Admission and Transfers](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/sky-lagoon-geothermal-spa-experience-including-admission-and-transfers.a5105790.activity-details) - [Lava Show Reykjavik Admission Ticket - Optional Premium Upgrade](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/lava-show-reykjavik-admission-ticket-optional-premium-upgrade.a46120657.activity-details) - [Whale Watching Tour with Professional Guide from Reykjavik](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/whale-watching-tour-with-professional-guide-from-reykjavik.a1082357.activity-details) - [Sky Lagoon Entrance Ticket Including 7-Step Ritual](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/sky-lagoon-iceland.a5111465.activity-details) - [Sky Lagoon Admission Including Transfer](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/sky-lagoon-admission-including-transfer.a4117428.activity-details) | | With kids | - [Full-Day Golden Circle Classic Tour with Expert Guide](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/full-day-golden-circle-classic-tour-with-expert-guide.a180659.activity-details) - [The Golden Circle, Kerid Volcanic Crater & Blue Lagoon Visit](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/the-golden-circle-kerid-volcanic-crater-blue-lagoon-visit.a514906.activity-details) - [Southern Iceland Full Day Tour, Black Sand Beaches & More](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/southern-iceland-full-day-tour-black-sand-beaches-more.a522125.activity-details) - [Blue Lagoon Entrance and Transfers From Reykjavik](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/blue-lagoon-entrance-and-transfers-from-reykjavik.a45075819.activity-details) - [Iceland: Northern Lights Bus Tour from Reykjavik](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/iceland-northern-lights-bus-tour-from-reykjavik.a5084433.activity-details) | ## What to do in Northern Iceland * * * ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Northern Iceland ![Myvatn which includes a lake or waterhole and a sunset](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/128000/128445-Lake-Myvatn.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Lake Myvatn 5/5(12 reviews) 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) ![Myvatn Nature Baths which includes a hot spring and a luxury hotel or resort as well as a small group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/127000/127939-Myvatn.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Myvatn Nature Baths 4.5/5(11 reviews) 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://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/128000/128438-Godafoss.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Godafoss 5/5(23 reviews) 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://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/127000/127957-Skinnastadur.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Dettifoss 4.5/5(6 reviews) 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 showing street scenes and modern architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/128000/128579-Hof-Cultural-And-Conference-Center.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hof - Cultural Center and Conference Hall 4.5/5(3 reviews) Whether you are attending a conference or want to be entertained by music, theater or art, this waterfront building has it covered. [](https://expedia.ca/Hof-Cultural-Center-And-Conference-Hall-Akureyri-City-Center.d553248621562620398.Vacation-Attraction) ![Hvitserkur](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/47efd7ee4ddbf286acaf452b0fb856a0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hvitserkur 5/5(2 reviews) You can find out about the history of Hvammstangi when you stop by Hvitserkur. Wander the riverfront and beaches while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Hvitserkur-Hvammstangi.d553248635810250723.Vacation-Attraction) ![Akureyri Church which includes a church or cathedral](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/128000/128508-Akureyri-Church.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Akureyri Church 4.5/5(16 reviews) 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) ![Skagafjordur Folk Museum](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/82743d19801178fc744a8e72a4af480f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Skagafjordur Folk Museum You can spend time studying the exhibits at Skagafjordur Folk Museum during your travels in Glaumbær. Discover the area's hot springs and mountain views. [](https://expedia.ca/Skagafjordur-Folk-Museum-Skagafjorour.d6102176.Vacation-Attraction) ![Husavik Harbour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/101807c36f55a4f11ea7299013523158.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Husavik Harbour 4.5/5(3 reviews) Explore the waterfront in Husavik with a trip to Husavik Harbour. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront. [](https://expedia.ca/Husavik-Harbour-Husavik.d6102214.Vacation-Attraction) ### Explore areas of Northern Iceland ![Akureyri which includes general coastal views, sailing and a bay or harbour](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/127000/127919-Akureyri.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Akureyri City Center 4.5/5(12 area reviews) Though Akureyri City Center might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Akureyri Botanical Garden and Forest Lagoon. [](https://expedia.ca/Akureyri-Akureyri-City-Center.dx553248635976398910) ![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) ### Oddeyrin 4.5/5(2 area reviews) When in Oddeyrin, you can plan a visit to Akureyri Botanical Garden and Forest Lagoon, 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 Mud Pots. [](https://expedia.ca/Akureyri-Giljahverfi.dx553248635976396131) * * * Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. * * * ## Day trip destinations from Northern Iceland ![Akureyri showing a coastal town](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/127000/127933-Akureyri.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Akureyri [](https://expedia.ca/Akureyri.dx302) ![Husavik](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/515fa5c78cb82d2d3d1286b5603b0ef9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Husavik [](https://expedia.ca/Husavik.dx1551) ![Sauðárkrókur](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/adc9fb0767bfd52ff9d46aafed162c96.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Sauðárkrókur [](https://expedia.ca/Sauarkrokur.dx3070) ![Hvammstangi](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/9/d2cc672a2a614ecbfa25f5a6379cb5bc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Hvammstangi [](https://expedia.ca/Hvammstangi.dx7761) ![Olafsfjordur](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/9/111d6238b83656175af3a79f0676ec32.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Olafsfjordur [](https://expedia.ca/Olafsfjordur.dx9174) ![Godafoss which includes mist or fog and a cascade](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/128000/128440-Godafoss.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Laugar [](https://expedia.ca/Laugar.dx6035418) ![Photo by Stella Kristjánsdóttir](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/3f96d28150ee7a7e05aa072f001d8f92.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Bakki [](https://expedia.ca/Bakki.dx6192398) ![Myvatn showing mist or fog](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/127000/127953-Myvatn.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Skutustadir [](https://expedia.ca/Skutustadir.dx6192547) ![](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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