Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Northeastern Region March 2026 | Expedia.ca # What to do in Northeastern Region ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Northeastern Region Types of activities Where to stay [Northeastern Region travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Northeastern-Region.dx6252147) ![Namafjall showing a hot spring and mist or fog](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6102200/a2f1865e-60bb-4a57-8f26-be9db189c72b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Namafjall showing a hot spring and mist or fog](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6102200/a2f1865e-60bb-4a57-8f26-be9db189c72b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Myvatn showing mist or fog](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532494669/08ec50bc-3ac1-413a-b650-9ae3f243c887.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Namafjall which includes a hot spring and mist or fog](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6102200/c85b9286-8c24-4616-9e72-08c68a95c99b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Myvatn showing general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532494669/477eea83-5012-4456-817a-0f0a94183b1a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) --- - ![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. --- ## Top places to visit ### 1\. Lake Myvatn Discover a lunar-like landscape of craters, geothermal caves, bubbling mud pools, sulphur springs and twisted rock formations when you explore the area around Lake Myvatn. This large body of fresh water was formed more than 2,000 years ago by a massive eruption, and the surroundings are still volcanically active. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.ca/Lake-Myvatn-Myvatn.d553248621532494669.Vacation-Attraction) ![Blue lake in Hverir Myvatn geothermal area, Iceland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532494669/3690543a-b6b1-4f0f-970d-762fe05111bd.jpg) ### 2\. Myvatn Nature Baths Mývatn Nature Baths consists of a lagoon fed by natural hot springs amid picturesque terrain. Feel rising jets of vapor engulf you in the steam room, before you relax in the warm waters of the vast pool. The baths draw hot water from a depth of 8,200 feet (2,500 meters) below the ground. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.ca/Myvatn-Nature-Baths-Myvatn.d6165883.Vacation-Attraction) ![Myvatn Nature Baths showing a hot spring and rugged coastline](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6165883/0c46ab2f-baa2-4617-8b47-e69f9589681a.jpg) ### 3\. Godafoss One of Iceland’s most famous attractions, Godafoss is a glorious arch of falls with a width of 98 feet (30 meters). The roar of the line of water smashing through the river surface below is as loud as the waterfall is picturesque. Clamber over precarious rocks for a view from above the falls. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.ca/Godafoss-Laugar.d6192522.Vacation-Attraction) ![Godafoss featuring a waterfall, a river or creek and mist or fog](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6192522/14070581-6f4f-489a-aa62-19c1f1df6abe.jpg) ### 4\. Dettifoss Dettifoss is a powerful tour de force with an extraordinary rush of foamy water spiraling down a cliff. The roaring waterfall drops a distance of 147 feet (45 meters) and has a width of 328 feet (100 meters). Hike around the picturesque region to reach the waterfall and admire its vastness. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.ca/Dettifoss-Northeastern-Region.d6102206.Vacation-Attraction) ![Dettifoss showing a waterfall](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6102206/a909ba43-1073-4ec7-8532-fd7ee3787978.jpg) ### 5\. Akureyri Church Typical of Iceland’s intriguing designs of religious structures, the Akureyri Church has a fascinating façade with two huge columns. The Lutheran church is the icon of the city, standing proudly on a mossy hill above the rest of the city center. See the entire structure glowing in golden light in the evening. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.ca/Akureyri-Church-Akureyri-City-Center.d6102184.Vacation-Attraction) ![Akureyri Church which includes a church or cathedral](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6102184/33a4c9fa-9ab0-4b40-9e40-f4dd69655521.jpg) ### 6\. Hof - Cultural Center and Conference Hall Treat yourself to a rich program of artistic endeavors at the Hof Cultural Center and Conference Hall. Take in musicals, concerts, children's shows, stand up performances, art exhibitions and much more. This circular building covered in Icelandic columnar basalt sits on the edge of a harbor. Before going inside, devote a few minutes to studying the building’s impressive form. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hof-Cultural-Center-And-Conference-Hall-Akureyri-City-Center.d553248621562620398.Vacation-Attraction) ![Akureyri which includes modern architecture and interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621562620398/c490a848-27bb-4019-92f1-0af87d37e37a.jpg) ### 7\. Dimmuborgir The lava fields of Dimmuborgir are known for their otherworldly shapes and formations. Since its volcanic caves resemble collapsed human ruins, the site was given the Icelandic name for “Dark Forts.” It is a unique structure in the world, as the only known site with this type of landmass. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.ca/Dimmuborgir-Myvatn.d6102198.Vacation-Attraction) ![Dimmuborgir which includes caves](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6102198/985cb788-8f97-49ea-8a71-62d6958adae8.jpg) ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-us-ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Vacation Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.ca/deals?rfrr=ACTIVITIES_SPRING_PROMO_6252147) ## What to do in Northeastern Region --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Northeastern Region ![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) ![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) ![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) ![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) ### Explore areas of Northeastern Region ![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) --- 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 Northeastern Region ![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 ![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 ![Panoramic view of fishing harbor town SIGLUFJORDUR established in 1900 in Iceland famous for its its Herring Festival](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635932470489/a991fcdb-6958-49c6-be49-a977d61718ce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Siglufjörður ![](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