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Activities & Openinghours

Seasonal changes affect what's available at the different seasons - viewable in tables
Activities & Opening hours

Boat excursions

Akureyri Municipality owns and manages the old oak boat "Huni II", that can be rented out for short excursions and trips in the fjörð. It is popular among locals to rent it for special events for groups, firms, etc. The boat has capacity for up to 100 passengers. Departure from the "Torfunefsbryggja" dock (below city centre).
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Winter

Skateboards, scooter, bmx & rollerblades

Braggaparkið is a indoor skate park. The facility is for skateboards, scooters, BMX & line skating. It is open every day from 12.00-19.00. You can buy a single day pass for 1000isk or a season pass.
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Winter

Geothermal Lagoons / Baths

In North of Iceland, you can find quite unique and fun lagoons in addition to the classical swimming pools which are always great to visit and also have geothermal water.
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Winter

Travelling with kids: Our selection of activities

Akureyri is a very child-friendly town. Among all the activities places to discover that we promote, here is our selection for the young ones.
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Winter

Petting Zoo

Petting Zoo Daladýrð is about 20 min from Akureyri.
Summer

Wellness & Spas

Take a break and enjoy many possibilities of wellness in Akureyri.
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Winter

Local Day Tour & Activity Operators

Akureyri and its surrounding areas provide great opportunities for varied and exciting excursions and sightseeing tours in jeeps or minibuses that vary from a few hours up to several days or weeks.
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Winter

Rafting

Wether it is spectacular combination of deep canyon scenery and relentless heart-pumping whitewater, or a fun family adventure combined with relaxation and scenery, white water rafting is a good way of spending a day. Season: June-August
Summer

Frisbee Golf

Folf or frisbee golf is a sport that is quite popular in Iceland. There are 4 courses in Akureyri and one in each in the islands Grímsey and Hrísey.
Summer

Bird Watching

Many good places for bird watching are within Akureyri and its surroundings. In total 11 sites provide favorable conditions, easy access, and services – at the minimum parking, footpaths, information signs about the area and/or hides.
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Winter

Golf

The Akureyri golf course (Jadar) has the appearance of a moorland course. The par-71 layout meanders around and over broad ridges, broken up by clusters of trees and rock outcroppings. The golf course is the world’s most northerly 18 hole golf course, according to the Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St. Andrews.
Summer

Grímsey Island

Grimsey island - far away in the north: the home of one hundred people and one million seabirds. Courageous fishermen live there with their families. The island stands alone far out on the horizon, a blue cliff, surrounded by the wide Arctic Ocean, about 40 km off the north coast of Iceland; it is about 5 square kilometres in area.
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Winter

Walking tours & hiking/running events

Join a guided walking/hiking tours as well as hiking and running events
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Winter

Horseback riding

It's an unforgettable experience to enjoy icelandic nature on the back of the unique beautiful icelandic horse.
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Winter

Cycling tracks, bike rental and bike tours

Akureyri offers good conditions for cycling. You can find many paths and trails to bike along within the town as well as in the surrounding area.
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Winter

Summer chairlift rides at Mt. Hlíðarfjall

During summer the main ski lift in Mt. Hlíðarfjall is open Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from middle July until the end of August.
Summer

Hop On - Hop Off bus

With a schedule that starts every hour from Hof, for the time large cruise ships are in town, you can enjoy a 45 minute long ride with 11 stops that you can hop on and hop off at any point.
Summer

Hrísey Island

Hrísey is a peaceful island in the middle of Eyjafjörður. The island is a well known paradise for bird watchers and the most abundant of all birds on the island is the ptarmigan. It only takes about 15 minutes to sail with the ferry from Árskógssandur over to Hrísey island.
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Hidden Trail

Hidden trail in the Botanical Garden of Akureyri
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Winter

Dog sledding / Dog scootering

You, as a musher, will be actively working while steering the sledge in order to support the huskies. The tour will take place in the vicinity of Akureyri.
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Winter

Whale Watching

In many places in the North you can join a whale-watching tour; Eyjafjörður is a good location to see whales.
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Winter

Ice Climbing

Ice climbing with expert guides in winter time.
Winter

Christmas and New Year in Akureyri

Visitors coming to Akureyri during Christmas and New Year can enjoy the cultural festive celebrations of the holidays along with colourful Christmas lights & decorations. New Year´s Eve is greatly celebrated in Iceland and you can attend an enormous town bonfire and watch a fantastic firework display that lights up the night sky above the town.
Winter

The Christmas Garden

The spirit of Christmas is alive in The Christmas Garden whole year round. A good selection of Icelandic handicraft and imported Christmas ornaments and goodies.
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Winter

Forests - Woods

South of Akureyri is Iceland's most visited forest Kjarnaskogur. The recreational area is approx 600ha with more than 1 million trees of many species planted within the last 50 years.
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Winter

Climbing Gym / Bouldering

The climbing gym is located in the old factory at Hjalteyri, 15-20 minutes away from Akureyri.
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Winter

Movie Theater

Akureyri has a movie theater called Sambíó, in center of town.
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Winter

Diving and Snorkeling

Strytan Divecenter is owned and operated by Erlendur Bogason, your personal diving guide.
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Winter

Gyms

In Akureyri there is a good selection of gyms to choose from.
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Photo Tours

Guided tours focusing on taking great photos: both in daylight during summer and night during winter/aurora season.
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Winter

Northern Lights

The Northern Lights – also called Aurora Borealis – are one of the most spectacular shows on earth and can frequently be seen in Akureyri.
Winter

Dart-throwing

It is open to the public on Monday and Wednesday evenings from 19:30 to 22:00.
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Electric scooter rental

You can rent an electric scooter in Akureyri
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Winter

Sailing Club

Sailing courses for children begin when school ends in spring and usually take place in mid-August. Each course is one week, weekdays 3 hours at a time. From 9-12 or 13-16.
Summer

Ice Skating

The Akureyri Ice Rink is open for general public on weekends. There is an skate rental as well as sharpening service in the Ice Rink. The canteen sells snacks and is open during public skating.
Winter

Ski & Snowboard school

Iceland Snowsports provide private lessons and also run a ski school for children in the age from 5-15 years.
Winter

Skiing

In Akureyri and surroundings there are great conditions for skiing. Season from end November till June depending on the sort of skiing preferred and areas chosen.
Winter

Snowmobile Tours

Breathtaking snowmobile tours in snowy landscape close to Akureyri.
Winter

Snow Cat Tours

Akureyri is surrounded by steep mountains. A snow cat ride up on top during cold winter with beautiful views over and accross the fjord is an amazing experience.
Winter

Snowshoeing

Wide open is all about walking, nature and exploring new horizons away from the crowd.
Winter

Swimming in Thermal Pools

All the Swimming Pools in Akureyri Municipality. Akureyri Swimming Pool is one of the most popular in Iceland.
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Winter

Museums

In Akureyri you find several museums ranging from The Aviation museum to traditional museums like a Library and Art museum.
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Sightseeing Flights

Iceland from above is a whole new experience.
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Fishing

The countryside surrounding Akureyri offers fly fishing opportunities, lakes and sea shores for experts as well for beginners.
Summer

Ice Fishing

The lake holds small arctic char and big brown trout and the odds are in your favor since it is not unusual to catch up to 15-20 char a day with the occasional huge brown trout.
Winter

Shopping

As capital of the North, Akureyri is the shopping center for all the towns in the Area. From Supermarkets, fashion stores, to car dealers, Akureyri has something for everyone.
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Winter

Zipline Akureyri

Adventurous ride through a hidden gem of nature in the middle of town!
Summer

Heli Skiing

The potential for world class down hill skiing is mind blowing with thousands of slopes and peaks waiting for their first descent with vertical descents of up to 1500m or almost 5000ft.
Winter

Adventure Garden

Sculpture garden with fairytale persons and creatures. Open summertime.
Summer