Husavik, Iceland

Top things to do in Husavik

8 attractions, landmarks and museums worth your time, ranked by traveler reviews.

Museum

Húsavík Whale Museum

Explore Iceland's whales through exhibits on biology, history, and conservation at this renowned museum in Húsavík.

Landmark

Húsavíkurhöfði Tunnel

A historic tunnel near Húsavík offering scenic coastal views and a unique glimpse into Iceland's engineering past.

Religious site

Húsavíkurkirkja

Admire the distinctive wooden architecture of this 1907 church, a landmark in Húsavík with beautiful stained glass.

Outdoor & fun

Húsavíkurvöllur

A central sports field in Húsavík that hosts local matches and community gatherings, with open space for recreation.

Sight

Lundey, Skjálfandi

A small island in Skjálfandi Bay famous for its large puffin colony, accessible by boat tours from Húsavík.

Museum

The Eurovision Museum

A museum dedicated to the Eurovision Song Contest, featuring memorabilia and interactive exhibits, unique to Húsavík.

Museum

The Exploration Museum

Discover the links between Iceland and space exploration, including Apollo astronaut training exhibits.

Landmark

Astronaut Monument

A monument honoring Apollo astronauts who trained in Iceland's lunar-like terrain, located near the Exploration Museum in Húsavík.

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