Akureyri

Iceland

Iceland
6 cruises visiting · 88 excursions

About Akureyri

Akureyri, called the Capital of the North is the second largest urban area in Iceland, and a lively one at that. Hemmed by the 60-km (37-mile) long Eyjafjörður, Akureyri is sheltered from the ocean winds and embraced by mountains on three sides. Late 19th-century wooden houses impart a sense of history, and the twin spires of a modern Lutheran church rising on a green hill near the waterfront, provide a focal point. To the south of Akureyri is the pyramid-shape rhyolite mountain Súlur. Beyond it is Kerling, the highest peak in Eyjafjörður District.

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Frequently asked questions

The best time to visit Akureyri depends on the local climate. Seasonal information is not currently held in our database for this port — your cruise line's literature is the most reliable guide.

Transfer options between the cruise terminal and the centre of Akureyri are not currently detailed in our database. Your cruise line will provide port information and transfer options in advance of your arrival.

Port call durations in Akureyri vary by itinerary and cruise line. As a general guide, most cruise stopovers run six to ten hours; overnight calls are less common but do appear on some longer itineraries.