Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Northern Iceland February 2026 | 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://images.trvl-media.com/place/6192522/08560b79-c833-4d64-8452-74185a7bd9e2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![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) ## 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. --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself Members save % or more when you book activities. --- ### Most fun & popular experiences in Northern Iceland ### Tours & day trips [See all 47 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6054683&location=Northern+Iceland&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) ![From Akureyri: Godafoss and Lake Myvatn](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47789023/a06ee99c-3cb6-4cc7-abc9-c9e5dcb2209d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Akureyri: Godafoss and Lake Myvatn 6h 10/10 36 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available CA $194 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/from-akureyri-hverir-and-lake-myvatn-geothermal-baths-tour.a47789023.activity-details?&rid=6054683&location=Northern+Iceland&swp=off) ![Lake Myvatn and Godafoss Waterfall Day Tour from Akureyri](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1009228/5bd1bce8-e6c4-4bc8-9f6e-47cb88ba0a65.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Lake Myvatn and Godafoss Waterfall Day Tour from Akureyri 8h 9.2/10 18 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $357 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/lake-myvatn-and-godafoss-waterfall-day-tour-from-akureyri.a1009228.activity-details?&rid=6054683&location=Northern+Iceland&swp=off) ![Akureyri: Day Trip to Goðafoss, Lake Mývatn & Nature Baths](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44647067/d50476ce-c5e3-41c8-b376-4f8875b9b0df.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Akureyri: Day Trip to Goðafoss, Lake Mývatn & Nature Baths 7h 30m 9.4/10 23 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available CA $288 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/akureyri-day-trip-to-godafoss-lake-myvatn-nature-baths.a44647067.activity-details?&rid=6054683&location=Northern+Iceland&swp=off) ![Cruise Tour Godafoss and Myvatn Lake and Baths Small Group](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47500714/8355b1a8-aa25-4574-9705-e657d0a68940.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Cruise Tour Godafoss and Myvatn Lake and Baths Small Group 8h 9.6/10 7 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $372 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/godafoss-and-myvatn-nature-baths-small-group-cruise-tour.a47500714.activity-details?&rid=6054683&location=Northern+Iceland&swp=off) ![Dog Sledding Tour near Akureyri](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1916872/092c7371-a2ac-4f37-82bf-002b44113b28.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Dog Sledding Tour near Akureyri 2h 10/10 6 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $630 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/dog-sledding-private-akureyri.a1916872.activity-details?&rid=6054683&location=Northern+Iceland&swp=off) ![Husky Petting, in Akureyri](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47307022/682ed907-3ae8-4fef-9297-5085d1c69dac.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Husky Petting, in Akureyri 1h 10/10 3 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $113 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/husky-petting-in-akureyri.a47307022.activity-details?&rid=6054683&location=Northern+Iceland&swp=off) ![Day Trip to Lake Mývatn And The Nature Baths from Akureyri](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45268720/c71a59e1-407f-4d57-9d35-51f8cf16a21e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Day Trip to Lake Mývatn And The Nature Baths from Akureyri 8h 9.8/10 21 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $281 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/day-trip-to-lake-myvatn-and-the-nature-baths-from-akureyri.a45268720.activity-details?&rid=6054683&location=Northern+Iceland&swp=off) ![Akureyri: Northern Lights Photography Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4857047/6d16a13b-0757-4bb8-bb94-e769d901b544.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Akureyri: Northern Lights Photography Tour 3h 8.8/10 20 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available CA $267 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/akureyri-3-hour-northern-lights-tour.a4857047.activity-details?&rid=6054683&location=Northern+Iceland&swp=off) ![Northern Lights Tour from Akureyri](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50917318/53cad19b-8ab7-4132-bf0c-8dde27fc190b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Northern Lights Tour from Akureyri 3h Free cancellation available CA $146 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/northern-lights-tour-from-akureyri.a50917318.activity-details?&rid=6054683&location=Northern+Iceland&swp=off) ![Northern Lights 4x4 Photography Tour from Akureyri](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44893665/8a7445da-28c5-4c4b-ae6c-c8c256d36d06.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Northern Lights 4x4 Photography Tour from Akureyri 2h 30m Free cancellation available CA $267 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/northern-lights-4x4-tour-from-akureyri.a44893665.activity-details?&rid=6054683&location=Northern+Iceland&swp=off) ### Adventure & outdoor [See all 11 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6054683&location=Northern+Iceland&filter.categories=AdventureOutdoor) ![From Akureyri: Godafoss and Lake Myvatn](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47789023/a06ee99c-3cb6-4cc7-abc9-c9e5dcb2209d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Akureyri: Godafoss and Lake Myvatn 6h 10/10 36 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available CA $194 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/from-akureyri-hverir-and-lake-myvatn-geothermal-baths-tour.a47789023.activity-details?&rid=6054683&location=Northern+Iceland&swp=off) ![Northern Lights 4x4 Photography Tour from Akureyri](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44893665/8a7445da-28c5-4c4b-ae6c-c8c256d36d06.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Northern Lights 4x4 Photography Tour from Akureyri 2h 30m Free cancellation available CA $267 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/northern-lights-4x4-tour-from-akureyri.a44893665.activity-details?&rid=6054683&location=Northern+Iceland&swp=off) ![Ice Cave Lofthellir exploration - A permafrost Cave inside a magma tunnel.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1116995/80ce305d-fa80-44e7-adad-eaa252066a16.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Ice Cave Lofthellir exploration - A permafrost Cave inside a magma tunnel. 4h 30m 10/10 3 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $553 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/lava-tube-ice-cave-lofthellir.a1116995.activity-details?&rid=6054683&location=Northern+Iceland&swp=off) ![4x4 MiniBus Tour Lake Myvatn, Dettifoss,Selfoss, Godafoss and Nature Baths](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44989543/dc0096ef-9b01-45a9-ba0a-763fc186b87b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 4x4 MiniBus Tour Lake Myvatn, Dettifoss,Selfoss, Godafoss and Nature Baths 9h Free cancellation available CA $551 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/4x4-minibus-tour-lake-myvatn-dettifoss-selfoss-godafoss-and-nature-baths.a44989543.activity-details?&rid=6054683&location=Northern+Iceland&swp=off) ![Private Tour Tailor Made Tour from Akureyri e.g Lake Myvatn, Godafoss, Dett...](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45274705/b38b5253-7687-40bb-b151-0488506fd956.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Tour Tailor Made Tour from Akureyri e.g Lake Myvatn, Godafoss, Dett... 8h CA $3,070 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-tour-tailor-made-tour-from-akureyri-e-g-lake-myvatn-godafoss-dettifoss.a45274705.activity-details?&rid=6054683&location=Northern+Iceland&swp=off) ![Arctic Fox Travel Dettifoss lake Mývatn winter private super jeep tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1209439/40891906-a455-4333-8a1d-3a04e92d8a28.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Arctic Fox Travel Dettifoss lake Mývatn winter private super jeep tour 9h Free cancellation available CA $1,777 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/arctic-fox-travel-dettifoss-lake-myvatn-winter-private-super-jeep-tour.a1209439.activity-details?&rid=6054683&location=Northern+Iceland&swp=off) ![Lofthellir Ice Cave Super Jeep tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48929874/9f46ad10-1062-456c-8d11-74a9a5e341d2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Lofthellir Ice Cave Super Jeep tour 4h Free cancellation available CA $551 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/lofthellir-ice-cave-super-jeep-tour.a48929874.activity-details?&rid=6054683&location=Northern+Iceland&swp=off) ![Akureyri: Northern Lights 4x4 Day Trip](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48040512/07df6df5-18a6-4f67-849e-3475bda55bc5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Akureyri: Northern Lights 4x4 Day Trip 3h Free cancellation available CA $394 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/akureyri-northern-lights-4x4-day-trip-with-hot-chocolate.a48040512.activity-details?&rid=6054683&location=Northern+Iceland&swp=off) ![Premium Full Day Tour Lake Myvatn and Godafoss](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45757585/b3cf8ba1-dbae-45a7-8967-5a7709e52a1e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Premium Full Day Tour Lake Myvatn and Godafoss 7h Free cancellation available CA $406 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/premium-full-day-tour-lake-myvatn-and-godafoss.a45757585.activity-details?&rid=6054683&location=Northern+Iceland&swp=off) ![Northern Lights 4x4 Jeep/van Tour from Akureyri](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1097201/4cfa531f-3d8d-46cf-92de-8ce82a4fdfaa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Northern Lights 4x4 Jeep/van Tour from Akureyri 3h 8.4/10 6 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $347 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/northern-lights-4x4-jeep-tour-from-akureyri-max-6-in-jeep.a1097201.activity-details?&rid=6054683&location=Northern+Iceland&swp=off) ### History & culture [See all 6 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6054683&location=Northern+Iceland&filter.categories=HistoryCulture) ![City Walk and Local Cuisine From Akureyri](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48694863/70c51d0d-8082-4597-b32f-91eae9a744c3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### City Walk and Local Cuisine From Akureyri 3h 10/10 1 Viator review Free cancellation available CA $186 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/city-walk-and-local-cuisine-from-akureyri-port.a48694863.activity-details?&rid=6054683&location=Northern+Iceland&swp=off) ![Akureyri: City Walk with Local Food](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48926470/15914669-fcdd-4722-a177-8939e1415a9f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Akureyri: City Walk with Local Food 3h 10/10 3 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available CA $186 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/from-akureyri-port-city-walk-local-food.a48926470.activity-details?&rid=6054683&location=Northern+Iceland&swp=off) ![Golden circle photo infused tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1053875/7d12670e-cd94-45af-8a8d-9e2de5354eb3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Golden circle photo infused tour 8h Free cancellation available CA $1,901 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/golden-circle-photo-infused-tour.a1053875.activity-details?&rid=6054683&location=Northern+Iceland&swp=off) ![Lofthellir Ice Cave Super Jeep tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48929874/9f46ad10-1062-456c-8d11-74a9a5e341d2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Lofthellir Ice Cave Super Jeep tour 4h Free cancellation available CA $551 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/lofthellir-ice-cave-super-jeep-tour.a48929874.activity-details?&rid=6054683&location=Northern+Iceland&swp=off) ![Akureyri: Icelandic Aviation Museum Admission Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50139077/85603c54-65de-471e-93b0-ff00d5a933d9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Akureyri: Icelandic Aviation Museum Admission Ticket Free cancellation available CA $21 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/akureyri-icelandic-aviation-museum-admission-ticket.a50139077.activity-details?&rid=6054683&location=Northern+Iceland&swp=off) ![Forest Lagoon and Northern Lights Guided Night Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49459792/765bd1ae-7a59-49b2-9a72-0b53c36c1270.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Forest Lagoon and Northern Lights Guided Night Tour 4h 30m 10/10 3 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $315 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/forest-lagoon-and-northern-lights-guided-night-tour.a49459792.activity-details?&rid=6054683&location=Northern+Iceland&swp=off) ### Wildlife & nature [See all 5 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6054683&location=Northern+Iceland&filter.categories=WildlifeNature) ![Short Riding Tour with Eye-Catching Photos at Waterfall](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48725392/80add849-476e-48ac-9ff7-b08bf8e5aa29.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Short Riding Tour with Eye-Catching Photos at Waterfall 30m 10/10 3 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $121 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/short-riding-tour-with-eye-catching-photos-at-waterfall.a48725392.activity-details?&rid=6054683&location=Northern+Iceland&swp=off) ![Whale Watching from City centre Akureyri](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1173267/2855a497-b702-450e-88d8-8d94f38cbaa0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Whale Watching from City centre Akureyri 3h 9/10 239 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $142 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/whale-watching-from-city-centre-akureyri.a1173267.activity-details?&rid=6054683&location=Northern+Iceland&swp=off) ![Whale Watching on board a Traditional Oak Boat from Árskógssandur](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2173354/8ff68a95-1c95-4fec-87dd-2cab20190f69.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Whale Watching on board a Traditional Oak Boat from Árskógssandur 2h 30m 9.8/10 10 Viator reviews Free cancellation available ~~CA $148~~CA $132 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/whale-watching-tour-on-board-a-traditional-oak-ship-from-hjalteyri.a2173354.activity-details?&rid=6054683&location=Northern+Iceland&swp=off) ![Horse Riding Tour and Explore Scenery in Gásir Akureyri](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50874816/fe8d1736-d6ba-4e81-9a59-764c98303c8b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Horse Riding Tour and Explore Scenery in Gásir Akureyri 1h Free cancellation available CA $186 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/horse-riding-tour-and-explore-scenery-in-gasir-akureyri.a50874816.activity-details?&rid=6054683&location=Northern+Iceland&swp=off) ![From Akureyri Lake Mývatn Snowmobile Tour with Transfer](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51514914/516fd350-78a8-4f12-a739-eba3684532aa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Akureyri Lake Mývatn Snowmobile Tour with Transfer 4h Free cancellation available CA $418 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/from-akureyri-lake-myvatn-snowmobile-tour-with-transfer.a51514914.activity-details?&rid=6054683&location=Northern+Iceland&swp=off) ### Winter activities [See all 4 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6054683&location=Northern+Iceland&filter.categories=Winteractivities) ![Snowmobile Tour by Lake Mývatn](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4807983/88259e78-9fb3-4046-81cc-623e19da5281.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Snowmobile Tour by Lake Mývatn 1h 30m 10/10 2 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $302 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/snowmobile-tour-by-lake-myvatn.a4807983.activity-details?&rid=6054683&location=Northern+Iceland&swp=off) ![Dog Sledding Tour near Akureyri](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1916872/092c7371-a2ac-4f37-82bf-002b44113b28.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Dog Sledding Tour near Akureyri 2h 10/10 6 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $630 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/dog-sledding-private-akureyri.a1916872.activity-details?&rid=6054683&location=Northern+Iceland&swp=off) ![From Akureyri Lake Mývatn Snowmobile Tour with Transfer](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51514914/516fd350-78a8-4f12-a739-eba3684532aa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Akureyri Lake Mývatn Snowmobile Tour with Transfer 4h Free cancellation available CA $418 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/from-akureyri-lake-myvatn-snowmobile-tour-with-transfer.a51514914.activity-details?&rid=6054683&location=Northern+Iceland&swp=off) ![Akureyri Snowshoeing with The Travelling Viking](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48834786/6242c77d-075a-47f5-99fb-68bdbb77c974.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Akureyri Snowshoeing with The Travelling Viking 3h Free cancellation available CA $226 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/akureyri-snowshoeing-with-the-travelling-viking.a48834786.activity-details?&rid=6054683&location=Northern+Iceland&swp=off) ## Recommended things to do in Northern Iceland | Number of things to do | 39 | | ------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Self Guided Walk through Reykjavik's Highlights](/things-to-do/self-guided-walk-through-reykjaviks-highlights.a49648136.activity-details): CA $11 | | Top 5 things to do | [City Sightseeing Reykjavik Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Optional Extras](/things-to-do/city-sightseeing-reykjavik-hop-on-hop-off-bus-tour-optional-extras.a343422.activity-details)[The Golden Circle, Kerid Volcanic Crater & Blue Lagoon Visit](/things-to-do/the-golden-circle-kerid-volcanic-crater-blue-lagoon-visit.a514906.activity-details)[Golden Circle, Kerid Crater & Blue Lagoon Admission Tickets](/things-to-do/golden-circle-kerid-crater-blue-lagoon-admission-tickets.a514985.activity-details)[Reykjavik: Saga Museum Entry Ticket](/things-to-do/reykjavik-saga-museum-entry-ticket.a48902523.activity-details)[Whale Watching Cruise on a Yacht in Reykjavik](/things-to-do/3-hour-whale-watching-cruise-in-reykjavik.a4089054.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Whale Watching Cruise on a Yacht in Reykjavik](/things-to-do/3-hour-whale-watching-cruise-in-reykjavik.a4089054.activity-details)[Whale Watching and Marine Life Tour in Reykjavik](/things-to-do/whale-watching-and-marine-life-tour-in-faxafloi.a4039509.activity-details)[Whale-Watching Cruise from Reykjavík](/things-to-do/half-day-whale-watching-cruise-in-faxafloi-bay.a180617.activity-details)[Reykjavik: Northern Lights Guided Boat Tour](/things-to-do/northern-lights-ocean-cruise.a180626.activity-details)[Northern Lights Yacht Cruise in Reykjavik](/things-to-do/northern-lights-yacht-cruise.a4250448.activity-details) | | With kids | [City Sightseeing Reykjavik Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Optional Extras](/things-to-do/city-sightseeing-reykjavik-hop-on-hop-off-bus-tour-optional-extras.a343422.activity-details)[The Golden Circle, Kerid Volcanic Crater & Blue Lagoon Visit](/things-to-do/the-golden-circle-kerid-volcanic-crater-blue-lagoon-visit.a514906.activity-details)[Golden Circle, Kerid Crater & Blue Lagoon Admission Tickets](/things-to-do/golden-circle-kerid-crater-blue-lagoon-admission-tickets.a514985.activity-details)[Reykjavik: Saga Museum Entry Ticket](/things-to-do/reykjavik-saga-museum-entry-ticket.a48902523.activity-details)[Whale Watching Cruise on a Yacht in Reykjavik](/things-to-do/3-hour-whale-watching-cruise-in-reykjavik.a4089054.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://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 showing street scenes and modern architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621562620398/b8c10f15-a9f0-4c77-a022-f764dc9d86cd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hof - Cultural Center and Conference Hall 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) ![The Botanic Gardens at Akureyri, Iceland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6102186/84caee10-2543-4644-9e85-1cad0b871b36.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Akureyri Botanical Garden Explore the great outdoors at Akureyri Botanical Garden, a lovely green space in Akureyri. While in this walkable area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.ca/Akureyri-Botanical-Garden-Akureyri.d6102186.Vacation-Attraction) ![Dimmuborgir which includes caves](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6102198/985cb788-8f97-49ea-8a71-62d6958adae8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Dimmuborgir Make your way around this strange world of bubbles and hollow castles formed millennia ago by lava beside a lake. [](https://expedia.ca/Dimmuborgir-Myvatn.d6102198.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) ### Explore areas of 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) 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) ![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 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://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 ![Trollaskagi in between tunnels](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9174/c1cd7877-8ef1-420c-9175-822a0bff0a2d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Olafsfjordur ![Landmannalaugar, Island](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6035418/9bac971f-2ba6-4654-938c-5ccc96d23e67.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Laugar ![Hraundrangar, in north Iceland 😊](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6192398/780c2ffb-08e0-4209-8502-53343dc1ab8d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Bakki ![Iceland isn't the country with the most trees, but there are some exceptions such as in Myvatn. This picture was taken from the road, just next to the Myvatn Nature Baths in October ... #golden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6192547/6ebe17b9-0ee4-4e3d-ad95-1ba112bbba07.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Skutustadir ![](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. Scan the QR code with your device camera and download our app