Street scene in Akureyri, Iceland, with a striking blue building topped by red spires, surrounded by shops, trees, flower planters and people walking under partly cloudy skies.

Akureyri, Iceland

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Things to do in Akureyri

Known as the “Capital of the North,” Akureyri is a small city with a big personality. Snow-dusted peaks frame a colorful town that feels equal parts lively and laid-back. Icelandic turf houses, geothermal pools — Akureyri has it all and offers a gateway to nature, culture and adventure.

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  • Akureyri Botanical Garden in Iceland, featuring a small arched wooden bridge over a pond, surrounded by stone pathways, green plants and tall trees on a sunny day.

    Explore the lush Akureyri Botanical Garden, where colorful flowers thrive just below the Arctic Circle.

  • Goðafoss waterfall in Iceland, with wide cascades of turquoise water plunging into a swirling river, framed by rocky cliffs and distant snow-capped mountains under a dramatic sky.

    Watch cascades of icy water thunder into the Skjálfandafljót River at Godafoss.

  • Row of white wooden turf houses with red trim at Laufás Folk Museum in Iceland, built into grassy mounds at the base of a rocky hillside.

    Wander through Laufás Folk Museum’s 19th-century turf houses, built from stone, wood and earth.

  • Aerial view of Akureyri, Iceland, with colorful buildings lining the coast of Eyjafjörður fjord, backed by green valleys and rugged mountains capped with snow patches.

    Look out from Akureyri’s harbor across Eyjafjörður, where mountains rise straight from the sea.

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Shore excursions to explore in Akureyri

Cruises to Akureyri with Princess mean excursions that showcase northern Iceland’s raw beauty. Guided tours balance epic landscapes with cultural insights, so you can experience both the region’s natural wonders and its traditions.

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  • Víti Crater in the Krafla volcanic caldera, Iceland, featuring a blue crater lake surrounded by barren slopes with geothermal steam rising in the background under cloudy skies.

    Best of Akureyri

    Explore volcanic landscapes, bizarre lava fields and the steaming geothermal areas around Lake Mývatn. Highlights include Dimmuborgir’s twisted rock formations, pseudo-craters at Skútustaðir and the steaming vents of Námaskarð. A stop at Godafoss Waterfall completes this full-day adventure, with a scenic return to Akureyri.

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  • Dark volcanic rock formations at Dimmuborgir in Iceland, with tall lava pillars and a natural arch framed by vibrant yellow autumn trees under a dramatic cloudy sky.

    Godafoss Waterfall, Lava Labyrinth & Hot Springs

    This half-day outing combines the power of Godafoss with Iceland’s geothermal drama. Walk among the otherworldly fumaroles and boiling mud pools at Námaskarð, then explore Dimmuborgir’s labyrinth of lava pillars before returning to Akureyri along the fjord.

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  • View through an open window of traditional white turf houses with grass-covered roofs at Laufás Folk Museum in Iceland, set against a green hillside.

    Godafoss, Botanical Gardens & Laufás Folk Museum

    Visit three of Akureyri’s signature sites in one tour. First, stand at Godafoss where Iceland’s conversion to Christianity became legend. Then stroll through the Akureyri Botanical Garden before exploring Laufás Folk Museum’s turf-roofed farmhouses filled with historic artifacts.

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  • Mývatn Nature Baths in Iceland, with steaming blue geothermal pools surrounded by snow-covered fields and mountains in the distance.

    Godafoss Waterfall & Mývatn Nature Baths

    Pair sightseeing with relaxation on this journey to Lake Mývatn. After admiring Godafoss, soak in the Mývatn Nature Baths, a geothermal lagoon where milky-blue waters and mountain views make for an unforgettable soak.

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  • Red wooden building of the Herring Era Museum in Siglufjörður, Iceland, reflected in calm harbor water with surrounding colorful houses and snow-dusted mountains in the background.

    Siglufjörður, Herring Era Museum & Salting Show

    Travel to Siglufjörður, once Iceland’s busiest herring port. Explore the award-winning Herring Era Museum and watch a salting demonstration before sampling rye bread, schnapps and herring. The scenic drive along fjords makes this a cultural and culinary favorite.

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  • Whale-watching tour in Iceland, with a red boat full of passengers observing a humpback whale surfacing in the ocean near the coast.

    Whale Watching Adventure

    Set sail through Eyjafjörður, Iceland’s longest fjord, in search of humpback whales. With mountains rising on both sides, this excursion combines Arctic scenery with thrilling wildlife encounters. Keep an eye out for dolphins and porpoises alongside your vessel.

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Experience the Akureyri port on your next cruise

Princess ships dock directly at Akureyri’s harbor, within walking distance of the town center. From the pier, it’s easy to explore cafés, shops and landmarks before heading out to Iceland’s dramatic northern landscapes. Akureyri is a highlight on Iceland & Norway cruises and part of Princess’s wider Europe itineraries.

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Discover Akureyri on your next cruise

A cruise to Akureyri reveals Iceland at its most dramatic. Stroll through colorful streets lined with cozy cafés, gaze at waterfalls roaring through basalt cliffs or soak in geothermal pools beneath endless summer daylight. Every moment here is a reminder of nature’s power and beauty.

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Akureyri Church in Iceland, a modernist gray concrete building with twin towers and a central clock, viewed from a staircase lined with flowers and visitors walking up.

Climb the steps to Akureyri Church, a striking landmark overlooking Iceland’s northern capital.

Street view of downtown Akureyri, Iceland, with colorful buildings, cars and flowerbeds along the road, set against a backdrop of snow-covered mountains and low-hanging clouds.

A quiet street in downtown Akureyri winds through colorful buildings and vibrant flowerbeds, framed by the dramatic snow-capped mountains that rise above Iceland's northern capital.

Ships sailing to Akureyri

Set sail aboard Princess® ships offering MedallionClass® experiences and modern comforts designed for journeys to Iceland.

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Majestic Princess®

Designed for global itineraries, Majestic Princess® blends Royal-class luxury with dining from Crown Grill℠ to Harmony Asian fusion. Guests enjoy Movies Under the Stars® and a lively Piazza at sea.

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Sky Princess®

Sky Princess offers more than 1,400 balconies, the glass-bottom SeaWalk® and a choice of Michelin-inspired dining. Retreat to The Sanctuary or enjoy original productions in the Princess Theater.

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Caribbean Princess

Caribbean Princess®

A favorite for its nearly 900 balconies, Caribbean Princess® features Sabatini’s Italian Trattoria, Crown Grill℠ and The Sanctuary. Guests can relax after exploring Akureyri by watching Movies Under the Stars® or unwinding at the Lotus Spa®.

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