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1. Raufarhólshellir
At 1,360 meters, the Lava Tunnel is the fourth-longest lava cave discovered in Iceland. The cave is remarkably spacious—from 10 to 30 meters wide and...
At 1,360 meters, the Lava Tunnel is the fourth-longest lava cave discovered in Iceland. The cave is remarkably spacious—from 10 to 30 meters wide and up to 10 meters tall—making it quite easy and accessible for most people. Walking along the lava's 5,200-year-old path is a humbling experience in itself, and the views of the geological formations and spectacular colors are extraordinary. In winter, big crystal-like ice sculptures form inside the cave entrance. The standard Lava Tunnel tour takes about an hour.
Þorlákshafnarvegur, Eyrarbakki, South, Iceland354-760–1000Sight Details
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2. Árnesinga Folk Museum
Museum/GalleryThe pleasant folk museum, in an older gentry house, has interesting exhibits. Its surrounding turf walls were the most effective means of shelter...
The pleasant folk museum, in an older gentry house, has interesting exhibits. Its surrounding turf walls were the most effective means of shelter from stiff onshore breezes.
Húsið, Eyrargata 50, Eyrarbakki, South, IS-820, Iceland-483–1504Sight Details
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3. Draugasetrið
Get to know some of the most notorious ghosts of Icelandic history while being guided through a 1,000-square-meter maze at the Menningarverstöðin (cultural center) in...
Get to know some of the most notorious ghosts of Icelandic history while being guided through a 1,000-square-meter maze at the Menningarverstöðin (cultural center) in Stokkseyri. The Ghost Center can be found on the third floor, and on the first floor, you will find the Icelandic Wonders Museum, which is dedicated to elves and the northern lights. According to Icelandic legend, ghosts can appear in all shapes or forms, and some of them may still roam the halls today.
Hafnargata 9, Stokkseyri, South, 825, Iceland895–0020Sight Details
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4. Eyrarbakki Maritime Museum
Museum/GalleryThe maritime museum displays fishing artifacts from the 19th century. There are photographs, a baiting hut from 1925, and a 12-oared fishing...
The maritime museum displays fishing artifacts from the 19th century. There are photographs, a baiting hut from 1925, and a 12-oared fishing boat. Nearby tidal marshes are a bird-watcher's wonderland.
Túngata 59, Eyrarbakki, South, IS-820, Iceland-483–1504Sight Details
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5. Konubókastofa
The Women's Book Room celebrates Icelandic female authors. Rannveig Anna Jónsdóttir conceived this small nonprofit entity after realizing that many books written by Icelandic women...
The Women's Book Room celebrates Icelandic female authors. Rannveig Anna Jónsdóttir conceived this small nonprofit entity after realizing that many books written by Icelandic women were out of print, obscure, or difficult to obtain. More than 3,000 books written by some 600 authors are now on display in two rooms of the historical Blátún building at Eyrarbakki. It shares the building with the local public library, which is housed on the second floor.
Túngata 40, Eyrarbakki, South, 820, Iceland354-862–0110Sight Details
Rate Includes: Free, Usually closed Mon.–Sat. but opening hours vary -
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6. Strandarkirkja
“The miracle church,” as it often called by locals, was built in the 12th century. The southern coast of Iceland is known for its severe...
“The miracle church,” as it often called by locals, was built in the 12th century. The southern coast of Iceland is known for its severe weather, rough coast, and hidden reefs. Legend has it that a group of sailors were negotiating with God while trying to get back to harbor in a bad storm and promised to build a new church wherever the ship landed. Suddenly a light appeared in the sky and guided the sailors to shore. The sailors kept their promise, and the bay nearby was named Engilsvík (Angel’s Bay). Since then, Icelanders have donated to Strandarkirkja when their family is going through rough times in hopes that their prayers will be answered.
Selvogi, Eyrarbakki, South, 815, Iceland354-483–3771 -
7. Sundlaugin Stokkseyri
On a slow day, you might just find yourself alone at this casual little swimming pool in the center of town. The hot tubs are...
On a slow day, you might just find yourself alone at this casual little swimming pool in the center of town. The hot tubs are a great place to meet locals, so don't be afraid to say hello.
Stjörnusteinar 1a, Stokkseyri, South, 825, Iceland354-480–3260Sight Details
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8. Þuríðarbúð
If you would like to see where the brave fisherman that battled the North Atlantic Sea slept and ate during their days ashore in the...
If you would like to see where the brave fisherman that battled the North Atlantic Sea slept and ate during their days ashore in the 18th and 19th centuries, check out this restored turf house. It once belonged to Þuríður Einarsdóttir, one of the few female boat captains in Iceland.
Strandgata, Stokkseyri, South, 825, Iceland483–1504
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