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Immerse yourself in the world of whales
The whale museum in Húsavík
Opening hours
Sumar
April - October
9:00-18:00
Vetur
November - March
10:00-16:00
Exhibitions
The museum has 8 exhibition spaces. The whale museum is one of the few museums in the world dedicated to whales. On display are 11 skeletons of whales, including a 25 m. a long time ago.
Museum shop
The museum shop is located at the entrance. There you can find many kinds of whale souvenirs, books, clothing, posters and handmade products.
Price & location
Access
SEK
2500
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Grownup.
Children
Free
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Children (16 years and under)
must be accompanied by an adult.
Guidance
SEK
15.000
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Must book 5 days in advance.
Available in Icelandic and English.
Maximum 30 people.
the Team
Eva Björk Káradóttir
manager
Heiðar Hrafn Halldórsson
Project manager
Garðar Thröstur Einarsson
Museum education
"Is somewhat freer, more independent and more neutral than seeing a whale navigate its course on the surface of the ocean."
Jóhannes kjarval, 1948.
Northland
The diamond ring
The Diamond Ring can best be described as a spectacular 250 km. a circular route in the North-East that contains numerous natural gems. The route was officially opened in autumn 2020 when a new road via Dettifossveðin was opened.
Whale watching
Húsavík has for years been known as one of the best destinations in the world for whale watching. The most common species in Skjálfandaflói are humpback whales, killer whales, humpback whales, porpoises and gray whales.
Everything about Húsavík
Are you looking for information about accommodation, entertainment, restaurants, opening hours or interesting destinations or hiking trails? Everything you need to know can be found on the website Visit Húsavík.
