Ísafjörður Cruise Port Guide
Photos: Byggðasafn Vestfjarða, Diana Braat, Cristian Razvan Baloc, Giacomo Carlo Avanzini, Amelia Magitteri · via Google Maps
- Country:
- Iceland
- Region:
- Iceland
- Coordinates:
- 66.0738° N, 23.1417° W
About Ísafjörður
Ísafjörður is a town in the northwest of Iceland, making it an ideal port of call for cruise passengers seeking authentic Icelandic culture and natural attractions. The compact town centre puts several notable sights within easy reach, perfect for those wanting to make the most of their time ashore.
The Westfjords Heritage Museum sits just 0.9 km from the port and offers insight into the region's history, with a 4.5-star rating from 309 reviews. Even closer at 0.4 km is the Ísafjörður Guide, rated 4.9 stars by 63 reviewers, providing local expertise for your visit. Those interested in natural beauty should head to Bunárfoss, a tourist attraction 3.2 km away with a 4.6-star rating from 129 reviews.
Nearby ports
Ísafjörður forms part of Iceland's cruise circuit. Other ports on Iceland cruises include Akureyri and Reykjavík, allowing you to explore different regions of this remarkable island.
Ísafjörður is a town in the northwest of Iceland.
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Things to do in Ísafjörður on a port day
Top-rated sights within reach of the cruise terminal. Ratings, hours and reviews from Google — check opening times before you go.
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Photo: Byggðasafn Vestfjarða · via Google Maps Museum
Westfjords Heritage Museum
4.5 (309) 0.9 km from port
Near: Tjöruhúsið (14 m) · Ísafjörður Tourist Information Center (40 m)
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Good for children
- Toilets
Opening hours
- Monday: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Tuesday: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Wednesday: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Thursday: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Friday: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Saturday: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Sunday: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
- 5 · “Interesting maritime museum in a restored 18th century building. The curator was very pleasant.” — Patricia Schorr
- 5 · “A nice museum that's well worth the visit. You pay in the smaller building that also gives you the history…” — duncan thomson
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Photo: Marc-André Bugnon · via Google Maps Tourist attraction
Bunárfoss
4.6 (129) 3.2 km from port
- Good for children
Opening hours
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
- 5 · “If you’re trying to find the trail/parking — use the “Bunárfoss Trailhead” location search. To the top of the falls…” — Angie Ryden
- 5 · “Quite possibly the coolest hike I've ever done. We were able to walk all the way from our ship....for the…” — Mark Snelling
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Photo: Ísafjörður Guide · via Google Maps Tourist attraction
Ísafjörður Guide
4.9 (63) 0.4 km from port
Near: Flóðvarnarveggur (150 m)
- Good for children
Opening hours
- Monday: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Tuesday: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Wednesday: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Thursday: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Friday: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Saturday: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Sunday: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
- 5 · “Such an amazing day. This is my second time having a tour with Helga. I would definitely do it again.…” — michele Peacock
- 5 · “We had a wonderful walking tour of Isafjorder with Tobias. He met us at the cruise terminal and we spent…” — Nicolle Lalonde
Map of Ísafjörður and nearby attractions
Cruises calling at Ísafjörður
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