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Museum · Húsavík, Northeastern Region
Hvalasafnið á Húsavík
Museum dedicated to whales, with information about species and the relationship between cetaceans and the Icelandic sea.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
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About Hvalasafnið á Húsavík
The Hvalasafnið á Húsavík presents whales and other aspects of the marine environment. The exhibition allows visitors to recognize differences between species, understand the scale of the animals, and learn about topics related to life in the North Atlantic.
Objects, exhibits and information at the museum help prepare for or complement a boat trip. Visiting is independent of sightings: learning about cetaceans through the exhibition does not require that sailing conditions allow a trip on the same day.
The building is near Húsavík's harbor area. Set aside time to view the exhibition at a relaxed pace, especially if you want to relate the content to what was observed at sea. Before leaving the base, check opening hours and the information resources available to international visitors.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
One and a half to two hours in the exhibitions.
Best time
Before a boat trip to recognize species, or afterward to contextualize the observation.
How to get there
On foot from Húsavík's center and harbor.
Tip
Use the museum to learn species differences before or after a sea excursion.
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Frequently asked questions about Hvalasafnið á Húsavík
How much time to allow for Hvalasafnið á Húsavík?
One and a half to two hours in the exhibitions.
How to arrange access to Hvalasafnið á Húsavík?
On foot from Húsavík's center and harbor.
What to consider when visiting Hvalasafnið á Húsavík?
Use the museum to learn species differences before or after a sea excursion.