Travel Blog

East Iceland is home to a wonderful variety of places to eat. Whether you're craving fresh seafood, locally sourced ingredients, or homemade Icelandic specialties, every stop offers something unique. Many of these restaurants combine delicious food with spectacular scenery, making the journey as memorable as the meal itself. Here are some of the places worth saving for your trip. This summer, take your time, explore the region, and eat your way through East Iceland one great restaurant at a time.

Tucked inside Norðfjörður and surrounded by towering mountains, colourful cliffs and the open sea, Neskaupstaður is one of Austurland's (East Iceland's) most dramatic and distinctive communities. Known as Iceland's easternmost town, it offers a chance to experience a quieter side of the Eastfjords, where nature, local history, maritime traditions and everyday life come together.

You might already know this, but in Iceland, we get pretty excited about summer!

The East Fjords hide a quiet treasure along Neskaupstaður's rocky coast. Paskahellir, known as Easter Cave, tells a story written in stone. Ancient lava buried forests here. Later, ocean waves carved the rock into one of Iceland's most striking sea caves.

Discover the magic of winter in East Iceland, where snow covered mountains, charming fishing villages and peaceful landscapes create unforgettable experiences. From geothermal bathing and skiing to northern lights, wild reindeer and scenic coastal drives, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Stay flexible, embrace the season and let each day bring a new adventure.

Outside Reykjavik, there are few places of a significant size anywhere in Iceland. In Austurland, the largest place is Egilsstaðir, which has a population of less than 3000 inhabitants. Scattered across the region are a plethora of small and ever so charming villages; whether you stumble upon them accidentally or make firm plans to visit, here are some of those you’ll be glad to have experienced first-hand.