Waterfall
Dettifoss
Húsavík, Iceland
A powerful glacial waterfall in the northeast, often described as one of the most powerful in Europe.
Town · Iceland · Northeast Iceland
Húsavík
A harbour town on Skjálfandi bay, the best-known base in Iceland for whale watching.
about 2.5 h
For storytellers
Why Húsavík matters
Húsavík is a colourful harbour town on Skjálfandi bay, where whales are regular visitors. Boat tours leave from the old wooden dock and often spot humpbacks and sometimes blue whales. A small whale museum, a pretty white-and-blue church and cosy cafes make it a pleasant stop. It sits close to Mývatn, Ásbyrgi and Dettifoss, so it works well as a northern base.
Talking points
- Whale-watching tours depart from the harbour.
- The wooden church overlooks the water.
- The town is a gateway to waterfalls and lava fields.
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What to see in Húsavík
Lake
Lake Mývatn
Húsavík, Iceland
A shallow volcanic lake surrounded by lava formations, craters and geothermal fields, rich in birdlife.
Other
Ásbyrgi Canyon
Húsavík, Iceland
A horseshoe-shaped canyon with sheer cliffs and birch forest, linked in folklore to the hoofprint of Odin's ho...
Other
Dimmuborgir
Húsavík, Iceland
A maze of strange lava pillars and caves, said in folklore to be home to trolls and elves.
Spa and wellness
Mývatn Nature Baths
Húsavík, Iceland
A geothermal lagoon with milky blue water and mountain views, a quieter alternative to the Blue Lagoon.
Museum
Húsavík Whale Museum
Húsavík, Iceland
A museum at the harbour that explains the whales of Skjálfandi bay, with skeletons and exhibits.