Visit Vestmannaeyjar

Visit Vestmannaeyjar Vestmannaeyjar are the name of a group of islands located about 10 km off the south coast of Iceland.
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The islands are known for its beautiful nature which includes exotic landscape and magnificent birdlife. The island Heimaey is the only inhabited island in the group and probably most famous for the volcanic eruption in 1973 or perhaps for accommodating the world most famous Orca, Keiko, before he was released from captivity. The islanders which are usually referred to as “Eyjamenn”, meaning in f

act islanders, are well known for their hospitality and good humor. In Vestmannaeyjar town you can find a variety of tourist activities and without a doubt you will find something that fits your needs. Vestmannaeyjar town is known for being a family-friendly town, with good restaurants and accommodations that fits your price range. When you plan your trip to Vestmannaeyjar we recommend that you stay at least two days so you can enjoy our food, learn about our culture and history and enjoy nature and wildlife by hiking, biking, riding and boating.

06/09/2026

Our favourite time of the year is just starting, beautiful weather, slower tempo, less crowds, last puffins around.

It’s a magical time to visit 📍 Vestmannaeyjar.

Maybe this is your sign to see the Puffins in 📍 Vestmannaeyjar before they leave :) go on some hikes and eat some delici...
22/08/2026

Maybe this is your sign to see the Puffins in 📍 Vestmannaeyjar before they leave :) go on some hikes and eat some delicious food in town 🐟

What do you think? Did you know this?

📸: Asa Steinars

August is an amazing month to see the Puffins in 📍 Vestmannaeyjar. They don’t leave until the end of the month and soon ...
10/08/2026

August is an amazing month to see the Puffins in 📍 Vestmannaeyjar. They don’t leave until the end of the month and soon their little Pufflings will start leaving their burrows and head out to sea 🌊 they actually stick around the longest here. Most puffins in the East will leave Iceland earlier.

The locals will even help the pufflings with navigating out to sea, but we will tell you more about that in the coming days.

Every year, on the first Monday in August, Iceland celebrates Verslunarmannahelgin, a public holiday that marks one of t...
02/08/2026

Every year, on the first Monday in August, Iceland celebrates Verslunarmannahelgin, a public holiday that marks one of the biggest travel weekends of the year. While festivals and gatherings take place across the country, for many Icelanders there’s one destination that stands above the rest: 📍 Vestmannaeyjar.

This is where “Þjóðhátíð” has been celebrated since 1874. What began as a local gathering has grown into one of Iceland’s most cherished traditions, drawing generations of families and friends back to the islands year after year.

For one long weekend, the natural amphitheatre of Herjólfsdalur transforms into a sea of tents, music and celebration. Days are spent exploring volcanic landscapes, dramatic sea cliffs and one of the world’s largest puffin colonies, while evenings bring live concerts, bonfires and the unforgettable tradition of thousands of people singing together beneath the Icelandic summer sky.

For many Icelanders, Þjóðhátíð is a reunion, a homecoming and a tradition woven into childhood memories and family history. It’s where old friends meet again, new memories are made and the unique spirit of Vestmannaeyjar takes centre stage.

Have you heard about this tradition? 🇮🇸

28/07/2026

If you’re planning to do only one hike in iceland, then let it be a volcano 🌋 ! This is 📍 Eldfell, our youngest volcano, that erupted in 1974. The name means hill of fire in Icelandic.

The whole island had to be evacuated when it erupted without a warning and you can touch the fresh lava.

21/07/2026

Summer is in full swing, the beautiful summer evenings are not over yet, the best is yet to come 🥹🐧

12/07/2026

You’ve probably seen this house somewhere online before.

The internet calls it the “loneliest house in the world,” and over the years people have claimed it belongs to everyone from a billionaire to Björk. None of that is true.

The house sits on the island of Elliðaey and belongs to 📍 Vestmannaeyjar, just off Iceland’s south coast. The island has no permanent residents, and today the house is used by a local hunting association.

But one can dream, of living here in silence… it’s definitely one of the most iconic views in Iceland.

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