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Exhibitions
Exhibitions
There is no shortage of different kinds of exhibitions, all over the country. They are dedicated to anything from toys to earthquakes and volcanic eruptions. Art exhibitions also vary greatly and may be found in all sorts of places.
Skogar Museum
This museum was founded in 1949. It is situated 150 km east from Reykjavík nearby ring road number 1. The museum was especially known for the curator Þórður Tómasson who has now retired.
It is di
Hólmur Travel Service
Hólmur offers accomodation in an old farmhouse, renovated in 1960-70 style, with 6 double bedrooms and 2 shared bathrooms.
Katla Center
Katlacenter
Kötlusetur provides tourists with information and Is one of visitor centres for the Katla Geopark. It is located in the heart of the village of Vík. Currently Kötlusetur stays open ever
Sesseljuhús Environmental Center
Sesseljuhús Enviromental Center provides an educational experience focusing on sustainable building and environmental exhibitions. There are education programs and workshops on environmental issues h
Sagnheimar Folk Museum
Sagnheimar, folk museum, opened a completely new exhibition in May 2011. The aim of the new exhibition is to let visitors of all ages experience the islands history in both traditional and more untraditional ways; with photo spots, multimedia and hands-on approach to make your visit as exciting as the islands history!
LAVA Volcano & Earthquake Center
LAVA "Iceland Volcano & Earthquake Center" will reveal the epic forces of nature that shape our planet and created Iceland only 20 million years ago. LAVA is dedicated to the unique volcanoes and
Sagnagarður Visitor Centre
In Sagnagardur, information-and visitor center, the history of ecological degradation and soil erosion in Iceland is presented in text and pictures. The exhibition presents the battle against the harsh forces of nature and consequences of volcanic eruptions and gives an account of the pioneers in land reclamation.
The Bobby Fischer Center
This centre houses memorabilia of the 11th World Chess Champion BOBBY FISCHER and the Selfoss Chess Club. The American Bobby Fischer became the World Chess Champion when he defeated the Soviet grandm
Geothermal Exhibition at Hellisheiði
The Geothermal Energy Exhibition at Hellisheiði Power Plant is an exploration into the utilization of geothermal energy in Iceland. The Hellisheiði Power Plant, owned by ON Power, is a great exampl
Galleri Laugarvatn / Guesthouse
Galleri Laugarvatn bed and breakfast opened in the summer 2010. Laugarvatn is a special, natural paradise with a lake, where guests can enjoy a nice boat trip to go fishing, bird watching or just relax surrounded by nature´s beauty.
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Vibrant Vik: A Hub of Culture and Nature
Vik is home to some of the most stunning nature in the south, but when stopping by the village, be sure to visit one of the most fascinating museums in the reg
The Quake 2008
Quake 2008
Earthquakes in the south of Iceland in may 2008.
A powerful earthquake (6, 3 Richter scale) struck the Southern part of Iceland at 15:45 on the 29th of May in 2008. The epicenter of the qua
LÁ ART MUSEUM
LA Art Museum (Listasafn Arnesinga) in Hveragerði hosts four to five abitious exhibitions every year. The museum is open all year round.
Kirkjubæjarstofa
Exhibition and study centre on the nature, history and culture of the region.
Hekla Center
The Hekla Centre houses a contemporary, multimedia exhibition on Hekla mountain, its history, and its influence on human life in Iceland from the time of the settlement to the present The exhibition e
Skálholt
Skálholtsskóli - the center for education, culture and dialogue of church and society - welcomes individuals and families as well as larger groups of different kinds for a longer or shorter stay all year round, offering housing accomodation and restaurant service.
Þórbergssetur
The Þórbergur Centre was established in memory of the famous Icelandic writer Þórbergur Þórðarsson (1888 - 1974), who was born in Hali in Suðursveit.
Hotel Leirubakki
Leirubakki is an old manor farm in South Iceland, only 100 kilometres from Iceland's capital, Reykjavík. Today the farm boasts a new hotel and an outstanding restaurant, in addition to facilities for meetings and conferences. It is also an information centre for tourists and hosts the Hekla Centre, where one can enjoy an innovative and stylish exhibition on Iceland's most famous and active volcano, Hekla.
Eldheimar
The exhibition focuses on the 1973 volcanic eruption in Vestmannaeyjar, without a doubt one of Iceland´s biggest natural disaster. Visitors get a glimpse into peoples lives on Heimaey before the erup
Thingvellir National park
At campground are WC´s, showers, washing maschine and outside grill. In the service centre visitors can pay for camping and fishing permit and seek further information about the area.
There is a smal
Njál's Saga Centre
At the Saga Centre guests are introduced to two periods of Icelandic history that have influenced the southern communities. In the exhibitions you will take a glance back in to the Viking age, with the well-known Njáls saga, and the last 100 years of trade in South Iceland and the Icelandic cooperative society. Audio guides are provided.
Others
The Ghost Centre
- Hafnargata 9
- 825 Stokkseyri
- 895-0020
Óðinshús, art gallery
- v/Eyrargötu/Hjallavegur
- 820 Eyrarbakki
- 896-2866
Listgjáin
- Austurvegur 2
- 800 Selfoss
- 482-1467
Icelandic Wonders
- Hafnargata 9
- 825 Stokkseyri
- 895-0020, 483-1202
Stöng, Viking-era Long house
- Þjórsárdalur
- 801 Selfoss
- 488-7713, 488-7700
Keldur á Rangárvöllum
- Rangárvellir
- 860 Hvolsvöllur
- 530-2200
Stranda Church
- Selvogur
- 815 Þorlákshöfn
- 893-3910
Hótel Hof I
- Öræfi
- 785 Öræfi
- 478-2260
Aurora Experience
- Hafnargata 9
- 825 Stokkseyri
- 842-5610, 895-0020
Vestmannaeyjar Museum
- Ráðhúsatröð
- 900 Vestmannaeyjar
- 488-2040, 892-9286
Hveragerdi - Stone & Mineral Museum
- Breiðamörk 1b
- 810 Hveragerði
- 847-3460
