Looking for an enjoyable and unique place to visit? Look no further. Take a break in Hafnarfjörður, the warm-hearted town in the lava, just south of Iceland’s capital Reykjavík. Hafnarfjörður’s name simply means ‘harbour fjord’ and refers to the excellent natural harbour, which has Iceland’s longest history of continuous port trade - since the 1300s. Hafnarfjörður is Iceland’s third-largest town, with just over 26,000 residents. And yet that number is open to debate, since legend has it that some of Iceland’s elves and hidden people live in Hafnarfjörður’s lava cliffs and rocks, in peaceful coexistence with the town’s human residents. In fact, it is possible to tour the elf lands, and those with second sight may even be lucky enough to spot one or two! Naturally the town also offers plenty of more conventional outdoor activities, from golf and swimming to horse riding. Museums and
galleries turn the spotlight on history, music and visual arts. And every summer hordes of Norsemen invade the town for the annual
Viking Festival. So relax and enjoy your favourite activity. The staff of the Tourist Information Centre is always ready to welcome you and is happy to provide any advice or information you may need during your stay.
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| Hidden World Walks |
Visit the dwellings of supernatural beings with a mystical guide. Hidden World Map is included in the tour. |
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| Hafnarfjordur Museum |
A museum of cultural artifacts and photographs of Hafnarfjordur town. There are 6 exhibition houses all over town. |
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| Hafnarborg Museum |
Centre of Culture and Fine Art exhibits works by leading Icelandic and international artists. |
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| The Viking Village |
Eat, drink and socialize as the Vikings did in this fun and festive recreation of the olden days. |
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| Iceland Explorer |
Offers City Break tours in Hafnarfjordur |
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| Mountain Climbing |
Offers easy hiking tours in the Hafnarfjordur area + the greater Reykjavik area |
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| Ishestar |
Riding tours in the vicinity of Hafnarfjörður. For beginners and experienced riders. |
Practical stuff: |
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| Straeto |
The Bus system in the greater Reykjavik area |
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| BSI |
The national bus station in Reykjavik |
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