Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Strætó ( 540 2700; www.straeto.is ) services:
Bus 78 to Siglufjörður (Ikr700, 15 minutes, three daily Monday to Friday, one daily
Sunday)
Bus 78 to Akureyri (Ikr1750, 55 minutes, three daily Monday to Friday, one daily
Sunday). Runs via Dalvík.
Dalvík
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Sleepy Dalvík found a snug, scenic spot between breezy Eyjafjörður and the rolling hills
of Svarfaðardalur. Most tourists come here to catch the Grímsey ferry, but if you've got
some time there are plenty of reasons to linger, including great activities in the area, plus
interesting museums and superb accommodation.
There's a helpful tourist information point ( 846 4908; www.dalvikurbyggd.is ;Goðab-
raut; 10am-6pm Mon-Fri, 1-5pm Sat) at Menningarhúsið Berg, the modern cultural centre
that houses the library and a cafe. Staff can help with information on the activities in the
region, including horse riding, skiing, golf, canoeing, guided hiking and birdwatching.
Sights & Activities
Byggðasafnið Hvoll MUSEUM
( www.dalvik.is/byggdasafn ; Karlsbraut;adult/child Ikr700/free; 11am-6pm Jun-Aug)
Dalvík's quality folk museum is high on oddball factor. Skip the usual taxidermic charac-
ters (yes, another polar bear!) and find the rooms dedicated to the poignant story of local
giant Jóhan Pétursson. At 2.34m (almost 7ft 7in), Jóhan was Iceland's tallest man.
Birdland Exhibition MUSEUM
( www.birdland.is ; adult/child Ikr800/400; noon-5pm Jun-Aug; )
Outside town, 5km on Rte 805, this sweet-natured, kid-friendly museum showcases quirky
avian facts beside a wetland reserve beloved by birdwatchers. There is camping and a
well-regarded hostel out here, plus activities; see the website www.husabakki.is .
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