The best family-friendly activities in Akureyri for parents and kids (Updated November 2026)

Akureyri, Iceland
Akureyri North Iceland Waterfalls and Nature Baths Small Group Tour

Visit Goðafoss waterfall, Dettifoss waterfall, and Selfoss waterfall on this guided, 10-hour small-group tour from Akureyri. You will also stop at the hot springs in …More

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Visit Goðafoss waterfall, Dettifoss waterfall, and Selfoss waterfall on this guided, 10-hour small-group tour from Akureyri. You will also stop at the hot springs in...

9 to 10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$331
Cruise Tour Godafoss and Myvatn Lake and Dettifoss Small Group

Our journey takes us along Eyjafjörður, one of Iceland’s longest fjords, to our first destination, the Goðafoss waterfall, which holds great significance in Iceland’s history. …More

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Our journey takes us along Eyjafjörður, one of Iceland’s longest fjords, to our first destination, the Goðafoss waterfall, which holds great significance in Iceland’s history....

7 to 9 hours Free Cancellation
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$262
Lake Myvatn and Godafoss Waterfall Day Tour from Akureyri

Discover the magical wonderland of Lake Myvatn and Godafoss Waterfall with an experienced local tour guide. We set off from Akureryi stopping at Godafoss waterfall …More

Discover the magical wonderland of Lake Myvatn and Godafoss Waterfall with an experienced local tour guide. We set off from Akureryi stopping at Godafoss waterfall...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$192
Lake Mývatn & Godafoss Small Group Tour from Akureyri Port

Lake Mývatn & Goðafoss Waterfall shore excursion from Akureyri Port is a tour specially designed with the needs of Cruise Ship passengers in mind. We …More

Lake Mývatn & Goðafoss Waterfall shore excursion from Akureyri Port is a tour specially designed with the needs of Cruise Ship passengers in mind. We...

6 to 7 hours Free Cancellation
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$316
Hiking with Husky in Akureyri

Have you ever dreamed to spend a unforgettable moment with huskies surrounded by incredible nature? On this hike, we take some dogs for a walk …More

Have you ever dreamed to spend a unforgettable moment with huskies surrounded by incredible nature? On this hike, we take some dogs for a walk...

2 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$152
Whale and Puffin Watching around Skjálfandi Bay from Husavik

Spend approx. 3 hours at sea enjoying the wild nature on a traditional oak boat and get the best of both whales and puffins on …More

Spend approx. 3 hours at sea enjoying the wild nature on a traditional oak boat and get the best of both whales and puffins on...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$137
Diamond Circle Myvatn Waterfalls, and Husavik from Akureyri Tour

Our Diamond Circle tour from Akureyri visits many incredible natural wonders of North Iceland in one day - this diverse region contain many hidden gems …More

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Our Diamond Circle tour from Akureyri visits many incredible natural wonders of North Iceland in one day - this diverse region contain many hidden gems...

8 hours Free Cancellation
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$214
Full day Lake Myvatn Classic tour

Our guides are fully qualified and have extensive knowledge of the Lake Myvatn area. Not only will you learn about the history, landscape and present …More

Our guides are fully qualified and have extensive knowledge of the Lake Myvatn area. Not only will you learn about the history, landscape and present...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (66)
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$205
Day Trip to Lake Mývatn And The Nature Baths from Akureyri

Hop on a small group tour with a personal service that takes you along the route of Goðafoss waterfall, pseudo crater areas, Dimmuborgir, Hverir in …More

Hop on a small group tour with a personal service that takes you along the route of Goðafoss waterfall, pseudo crater areas, Dimmuborgir, Hverir in...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$173
Whale Watching on board a Traditional Oak Boat from Árskógssandur

Experience the stunning scenery of Eyjafjörður while discovering the incredible wildlife of the North, all under the guidance and expertise of our qualified crew. Playful …More

Experience the stunning scenery of Eyjafjörður while discovering the incredible wildlife of the North, all under the guidance and expertise of our qualified crew. Playful...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$73
Godafoss Express Classy Round Trip with Multiple Drop Off Choice

Our tour is named "Godafoss Express" it's a round trip shuttle from Akureyri to Godafoss Waterfall. On way back from Godafoss the tour could ends …More

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Our tour is named "Godafoss Express" it's a round trip shuttle from Akureyri to Godafoss Waterfall. On way back from Godafoss the tour could ends...

2 to 3 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$78
Original Carbon Neutral Whale Watching Tour from Húsavík

Experience this whale Watching tour aboard Andvari, our electric whale watching boat, offering a smooth and peaceful sailing experience in Skjálfandi Bay. With minimum disturbance …More

Experience this whale Watching tour aboard Andvari, our electric whale watching boat, offering a smooth and peaceful sailing experience in Skjálfandi Bay. With minimum disturbance...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$133
The Viking Horse Riding Experience in North Iceland

On this exceptional all-seasons tour, you‘ll enjoy the diversity of the Icelandic landscape. Our reliable and strong horses will carry you directly into nature’s tranquility …More

On this exceptional all-seasons tour, you‘ll enjoy the diversity of the Icelandic landscape. Our reliable and strong horses will carry you directly into nature’s tranquility...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$116
Northern Lights Classic MiniBus Tour from Akureyri

This wonderful tour takes you hunting for Northern lights with an expert top rated local Northern Lights guide. Our hunt takes you from Akureyri town …More

This wonderful tour takes you hunting for Northern lights with an expert top rated local Northern Lights guide. Our hunt takes you from Akureyri town...

2 to 3 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$141
Whales and Puffins Tour from Husavik

On your combined tour of puffin and whale watching, you will get up-close to the famous puffin island of Lundey, followed by a whale watching …More

On your combined tour of puffin and whale watching, you will get up-close to the famous puffin island of Lundey, followed by a whale watching...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.7 (67)
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$130
Whale Watching in Husavik

Watch the waves for sightings of Iceland’s native marine wildlife on this 3-hour whale-watching adventure from Húsavík. Cruise into Skjálfandi Bay by traditional oak boat …More

Watch the waves for sightings of Iceland’s native marine wildlife on this 3-hour whale-watching adventure from Húsavík. Cruise into Skjálfandi Bay by traditional oak boat...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$113
Husky Petting, in Akureyri

Have you ever dreamed of beeing surrounded by huskies, all trying to kiss you and cuddle? This is your chance, come and spend an hour …More

Have you ever dreamed of beeing surrounded by huskies, all trying to kiss you and cuddle? This is your chance, come and spend an hour...

1 hour Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$99
Godafoss and the Forest Lagoon

Join us for a short small group tour to the famous Goðafoss Waterfall, one of the most popular tourist destination in North Iceland.​ On the …More

Join us for a short small group tour to the famous Goðafoss Waterfall, one of the most popular tourist destination in North Iceland.​ On the...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$209
Dog Sledding Tour near Akureyri

Have you ever dreamed of going dog sledding with huskies on snow? Want to tick this off your bucket list while you're in Iceland? Great …More

Have you ever dreamed of going dog sledding with huskies on snow? Want to tick this off your bucket list while you're in Iceland? Great...

2 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$404
Lake Myvatn, Dettifoss and Goddafoss Waterfalls Day Tour from Akureyri

Discover the Natural Wonders of Lake Myvan, Nature Baths, Goddafoss waterfall AND the spectacular Dettifoss waterfall all in one day on this popular and great …More

Discover the Natural Wonders of Lake Myvan, Nature Baths, Goddafoss waterfall AND the spectacular Dettifoss waterfall all in one day on this popular and great...

7 to 9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (36)
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$294
Private 3-Hour Horseback Riding Tour

Join us for a private 3-hour riding tour through the breathtaking landscapes of Skagafjörður, a region celebrated for its wide valleys, glacial rivers, and deep-rooted …More

Join us for a private 3-hour riding tour through the breathtaking landscapes of Skagafjörður, a region celebrated for its wide valleys, glacial rivers, and deep-rooted...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$281
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