Shore Excursion Details

Akureyri & Santa’s House

Akureyri, Iceland

Akureyri & Santa’s House

DETAILS

  • 3
    hrs Estimate Duration
  • Family Recommended

Explore Akureyri, the cultural and commercial centre of North-Iceland. This is a small ‘city’ with a flourishing art scene as well as an interesting history. It is difficult to find a place in Iceland where Danish colonial influence is as visible as here. Your journey starts at the Akureyri Botanical Garden which houses examples of every plant species indigenous to Iceland. Next, is Nonni’s Museum, which is dedicated to the writer and Jesuit priest Jón Sveinsson, also known as Nonni. He went abroad at twelve years old and was educated in France. He delivered almost five thousand lectures around the world and wrote twelve popular children’s books called Nonni’s books. Continue to Santa’s House, a Christmas store that operates all year, which sells various items related to Christmas. Your might even run into Santa Clause or meet Grýla, the terrifying mother of the thirteen Icelandic Santa’s.


Need to Know:

Note: This tour includes approximately 2-hours of moderate walking/standing and there are about 20 steps at the Santa's House. Some locations require negotiating rough pathways and can be muddy. The tour is not available to wheelchair guests and those with mobility concerns are cautioned to carefully evaluate their personal level of stamina and ability. Weather appropriate clothing that should include a water/wind proof jacket; cap; sunglasses; and comfortable, flat walking shoes with a non-slip sole are recommended.

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ACTIVITY ATTRIBUTES

Excursion Type:

Scenic & City Tours
Historical Landmarks

Activity Level:

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    Easy
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    Moderate
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    Challenging
Tours with this activity level involve a considerable amount of physical activity such as substantial walking over cobblestone streets, uneven or steep terrain, climbing stairs, or extended periods of standing. Not recommended for guests with physical limitations. Comfortable, sturdy shoes are recommended.
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