Icelandic wool, embroidery and national costumes The Textile Museum in Blönduós preserves the forgotten crafts of past and present. The museum offers insight into the textile work carried out by women and men in Icelandic homes, which played a major role in daily life. This handcraft tradition was an export industry for centuries – the “heavy industry of its time” …
The Geothermal Exhibition
Experience the power of geothermal energy The Geothermal Exhibition at Hellisheiði Power Plant invites visitors to discover how renewable energy is created. Here you can see how Iceland’s largest geothermal power station produces electricity and hot water for the capital area. The exhibition is a vivid example of sustainable energy utilisation in action. Visible geothermal energy – from power to …
Elliðaá Power Station
A living destination of energy and nature Elliðaá Power Station is a unique blend of history, nature and innovation in the heart of Reykjavík. Set within Elliðaárdalur valley, one of the city’s most beloved outdoor areas, the station highlights how water power once electrified Reykjavík and how creativity and knowledge continue to drive the community today. Elliðaárdalur – a natural …
The Museum of Design and Applied Art
Icelandic Design from 1900 to Today The Museum of Design and Applied Art, founded in 1998, is a dynamic museum that enhances awareness, inspires and creates opportunities related to Icelandic design by collecting, archiving and sharing Icelandic design from the year 1900 to the present day. The museum serves as a platform for a community that is involved in these …
The French Museum in Iceland
The French Fishermen in Icelandic Waters Museum is a new highlight in Fjarðabyggð. It is housed in two impressive buildings from around 1900: the Doctor’s House and the French Hospital. The main exhibition sits in the underground tunnels that link the buildings and create a unique visitor experience. The History of French Fishermen in Icelandic Waters The French began fishing …
Ósvör Maritime Museum
A living memory of traditional seafaring in Bolungarvík Ósvör Maritime Museum stands at the eastern edge of Bolungarvík and is one of the area’s most important cultural landmarks. The museum recreates the working and living conditions of seasonal fishermen in the 19th century, giving visitors a unique insight into Iceland’s maritime history. Boathouse, salt shed and fish-drying area The museum …
The Maritime Museum at Hellissandur
In the Fishermen’s Garden at Sandahraun is a Maritime Museum – a living reminder of traditional seafaring and life beneath the glacier. Here you can see unique artefacts that tell the story of rowing boats, fishing culture, and everyday life in past centuries. The Rowing Boats Bliki and Ólafur Skagfjörð The Maritime Museum at Hellissandur preserves two remarkable rowing boats: …
Hnjótur Museum
The Egill Ólafsson Museum at Hnjótur in Örlygshöfn preserves a unique collection of artefacts that offer insight into the history of seafaring, agriculture and daily life in the southern Westfjords. The Hnjótur Museum was founded in 1983 and is today a popular destination for travellers. History and Foundation Egill Ólafsson began collecting objects related to life and work in the …
The Herring Era Museum
The largest maritime and industrial museum in Iceland The Herring Era Museum in Siglufjörður is Iceland’s largest maritime and industrial museum. Across three distinct museum buildings, visitors discover the story of herring fishing and processing – the “silver of the sea” that shaped Iceland’s destiny in the twentieth century. The herring industry was so significant that people spoke of it …
Skyrland in Selfoss
The Story and Experience of Iceland’s National Dairy Tradition Skyrland in Selfoss is an immersive exhibition that explores skyr’s history from the settlement era to today. Skyr has nourished and strengthened Icelanders for centuries and has in recent years become a recognised superfood around the world. The exhibition is located in the Old Dairy House in the new town centre of …
The Old Blacksmiths Workshop in Þingeyri
A Westfjords Industrial Landmark The Old Blacksmiths Workshop in Þingeyri, also known as the Old Smithy, has a long and remarkable history. Its origins trace back to 1906, when Guðmundur J. Sigurðsson returned from mechanical training in Denmark. He brought new tools and knowledge that laid the foundation for the workshop. In 1913, he and Gramsverslun established the Guðmundur J. …
The Heritage Museum at Garðskagi
History, Cultural Heritage and Nature at Garðskagi The Heritage Museum at Garðskagi, founded in 1995, stands on a beautiful museum site beside Garðskagi Lighthouse in Suðurnesjabær. The area is part of the Reykjanes Geopark, listed by UNESCO for its geological significance and its focus on conservation, education and sustainable development. From here, there is a wide‑open view in all directions, …
Ísafjörður Guide
A Journey Through Time Ísafjörður Guide is a family‑run company offering personal, high‑quality guiding in Ísafjörður and nearby areas. Ísafjörður is the capital of the Westfjords, known for its well‑preserved town centre with 19th‑century houses. These buildings reflect the region’s fishing and trading history. On the Ísafjörður Walk, guests explore local history and enjoy views over the fjord and the landscape …
Hafnarfjörður Museum
Living Town History – Exhibitions Reflecting Culture and Community Life Hafnarfjörður Museum preserves and presents the cultural history of the town through diverse exhibitions that reflect the lives, work and community of the people of Hafnarfjörður from the 19th century to today. Across seven exhibition sites, visitors can experience both everyday life and the stories of influential figures who shaped …
The Agricultural Museum of Iceland
Living History of Icelandic Agriculture The Agricultural Museum of Iceland at Hvanneyri sheds light on the history of Icelandic agriculture and its development through the centuries. In the peaceful countryside of Borgarfjörður, visitors can explore the remarkable story of an industry that has shaped Icelandic society, view diverse agricultural tools and see how technological advances transformed farming in the 20th …
Árbær Open Air Museum
Historic Houses and a Living Heritage Site Árbæjarsafn is an open‑air museum in Reykjavík where around twenty historic buildings and the turf farm Árbær create a charming setting reminiscent of a town square, a village and rural Iceland. Visitors can walk through the houses and explore architecture, daily life and the living conditions of people in old Reykjavík. Exhibitions That …
Reykjavík Maritime Museum
The Story of Iceland’s Fishing Industry in a Living Setting The museum is housed in a building that once accommodated a thriving fish processing plant. Its exhibitions explore the importance of fishing in Iceland’s history. Visitors can discover the lives of people who lived by the sea and learn how the fishing industry has shaped Icelandic society. Fish & Folk …
National Museum of Iceland
Discover Iceland’s Cultural Heritage The National Museum of Iceland preserves and communicates 1,200 years of the nation’s history through living exhibitions, artifacts, and narratives that reflect the development of society from the settlement era to the present day. The permanent exhibition „A Nation is Born – Culture and Society over 1,200 Years“ In this popular permanent exhibition, visitors can explore …
Duus Museum in Reykjanesbær
Discover Culture and History at Duus Museum in Reykjanesbær Duus Museum is a unique cultural centre on the waterfront in Reykjanesbær. History, art and nature come together in one location. The buildings once housed trading operations and fish processing facilities. Today, they reflect the area’s rich heritage. They also illustrate the development of fishing and everyday life on the Reykjanes …
Skógar Museum
Skógar Museum actually includes three museum: Folk Museum, Open Air Museum and Technical Museum. The Open Air Museum has a large site, which includes examples of many periods of Icelandic architectural history. It´s forming a village, including an ancient turf farm, a school from the early 20th century and other historic houses. The diverse exhibitions inside the Folk Museum help visitors …