TRIP IDEAS

Trip Ideas.

Exploring North Iceland has never been easier. 
BY CAR
Húsavík is a 50-minute drive from Akureyri and approx. 5-6 hours from Reykjavík. 
CAR RENTALS
TOUR OPERATORS
Several tour operators offer day trips to and from Húsavík. 
TOUR OPERATORS

Diamond Circle

The Diamond Circle can be described as a magnificent circuit of 250km in the Northeast of Iceland, which includes some of the most stunning sights and spots for unearthly landscapes.

Húsavík is the main town and the obvious starting and ending point of the Diamond Circle. It is worldwide famous for its great whale-watching but there are several other good attractions and reasons for coming here, to one of the most charming town of Iceland, that also makes it an excellent base to explore the Diamond.
Diamond Circle

Arctic Coast Way

Traveling the Arctic Coast Way means leaving the common routes behind you and going off the beaten track to discover some of the most remote places in North Iceland; a unique adventure following 900 km of coastal roads close to the Arctic Circle.

The Arctic Coast Way is the first official touring route in Iceland. For those who want to discover unspoiled landscapes in the spirit of pioneers, this is just the start of an exciting ongoing development process of this touring route which already offers an extraordinary off-the-beaten-track adventure along the northern perimeter of Iceland.
Arctic Coast Way

Town Map & Hiking Trails

Town Map

You can access the visitors' map of Húsavík online and at most tourist attractions in Húsavík. The map provides a simple overview of the town and gives an idea of recreational activities, accommodation, and restaurants in Húsavík.

By clicking the button below you will get the map in higher quality.
Town Map of Húsavík

Hiking Trails

There are some amazing hiking spots on the outskirts of town. On the map, you can find trails lead that to Lake Botnsvatn and Húsavík Mountain, where you have a terrific aerial view of Húsavík and Skjálfandi bay. 

By clicking on the button below you can download the hiking trail map. 
Hiking Trails Around Húsavík

CONTACT

Reach by email if you have any questions. 

LOCATION
Visit Húsavík
Garðarsbraut 5
640 Húsavík
Iceland
ABOUT US

The organization was established in 1984 and is based on voluntary participation by individuals and companies. The aim of the organization is to strengthen the local business community and promote the area for travelers. We do not have opening hours but you are free to send us an email with your query.
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