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Gamlabúð

East Iceland, IcelandLocal heritage museum
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Gamlabúð

East Iceland, IcelandLocal heritage museum

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Check live· From Reykjavík to the foss
Drive: Good·Visit now·30 min stop
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Free
No fees
Entry: Free
Parking: Free
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Entry feeFree
ParkingFree
BookingNot needed
Getting thereCar recommended
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Cars & campers

−15%exclusive discountFree cancellationKEF airport pickup 24/74.8
Dacia Duster 4x4
SUV

Dacia Duster 4x4

Cheapest real 4WD in the fleet — gravel, the Westfjords and easy summer F-roads without truck prices.

TransmissionManual
FuelPetrol/diesel
Seats5
Drive4WD
From
5,355 kr6,300 kr/day
Reserve −15%
VW Caravelle
9-seater

VW Caravelle

Whole family or friend group in one car — gear in the back, room to stretch.

TransmissionAutomatic
FuelDiesel
Seats9
Drive2WD
From
12,750 kr15,000 kr/day
Reserve −15%
Key Camper Wild Duo
Camper

Key Camper Wild Duo

Sleep right by the trailhead, wake up at the falls — F-road ready from mid-June.

TransmissionManual
FuelPetrol
Sleeps2
Drive4WD
From
5,304 kr6,240 kr/day
Reserve −15%

Tours near Gamlabúð

Free cancellationSmall groups
Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon
Glacier lagoon

Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon

Floating icebergs at Jökulsárlón plus the best of South Iceland on the way.

Duration14 hours
PickupReykjavík
HighlightsSouth Iceland
StopsHot springs
From
27.990 kr
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Glacier & Golden Circle
Adventure

Glacier & Golden Circle

Snowmobile across a glacier, then hit the Golden Circle classics.

Duration10 hours
PickupReykjavík
ActivitySnowmobile
VehicleSuper Jeep
From
49.990 kr
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Daily conditions for your trip

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Nearby

Waterfalls

#1.Bleiksárfoss
1.2 km·~1 min drive

A waterfall in East Iceland. One of many cascades that make Iceland a waterfall paradise.

#2.Hengifoss
8.4 km·~10 min drive

A waterfall in Iceland.

Hengifoss
#3.Búðarárfoss
9.3 km·~11 min drive

A waterfall in East Iceland. One of many cascades that make Iceland a waterfall paradise.

#4.Klifbrekkufossar
12 km·~15 min drive

A waterfall in East Iceland. One of many cascades that make Iceland a waterfall paradise.

Klifbrekkufossar
4 waterfalls near East Iceland

Hot Springs

#1.Natural hot pot near Eskifjörður
1.1 km·~1 min drive

Natural hot pot. Coordinates only - verify before visiting.

#2.Geothermal hot spring near Fáskrúðsfjörður
16 km·~19 min drive

Wild hot spring. Water temp varies but usually comfortable. Best with few people.

#3.Geothermal hot spring near Neskaupstaður
17 km·~21 min drive

Natural pool. Surrounded by Icelandic landscape. Check conditions before going.

#4.Laugavallalaug
26 km·~31 min drive

Geothermal spot

4 hot springs near East Iceland

Campsites

#1.Tjaldsvæðið við Bleiksána
950 m

East Iceland campsite in the remote and beautiful Eastfjords. Fewer tourists means better…

#2.CampEast - Eskifjörður
950 m

The camp site is by the river Bleiksá by the entrance into the village. It is surrounded…

#3.CampEast - Reyðarfjörður
11 km·~14 min drive

The camp site is located next to the small pond at the entrance of town.

#4.CampEast - Fáskrúðsfjörður
15 km·~18 min drive

The camp site is in a peaceful area close to a small pond in the village.

4 campsites near East Iceland

Supermarkets

#1.Kjörbúðin
200 m

Supermarket — supplies

#2.Krónan
11 km·~13 min drive

Krónan supermarket — supplies

#3.Nesbakki
18 km·~22 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

#4.Nettó
28 km·~33 min drive

Nettó supermarket — supplies

4 supermarkets near East Iceland

Gas stations

#1.Eskifjörður
500 m

Orkan · 308.6 kr/L petrol

#2.Reyðarfjörður
11 km·~13 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#3.Fáskrúðsfjörður
15 km·~19 min drive

Orkan · 308.6 kr/L petrol

#4.Neskaupstaður
17 km·~20 min drive

Orkan · 308.6 kr/L petrol

4 gas stations near East Iceland

Tours

#1.Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon
14 hours·Pickup Reykjavík

Floating icebergs at Jökulsárlón plus the best of South Iceland on the way.

from 21,990 krView tour →
#2.Glacier & Golden Circle
10 hours·Pickup Reykjavík

Snowmobile across a glacier, then hit the Golden Circle classics.

from 32,990 krView tour →
2 tours near East Iceland

Frequently
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Where is Gamlabúð?
Gamlabúð is in East Iceland, Iceland. Use the map and directions on this page to plan your drive — check live road conditions first, especially outside summer.
Is there an entry fee at Gamlabúð?
We don't have a confirmed entry fee for Gamlabúð. Many smaller Icelandic museums charge a modest fee and keep seasonal hours — check the museum's website before you go.
What are the opening hours of Gamlabúð?
Opening hours for Gamlabúð vary by season and aren't confirmed here. Many smaller Icelandic museums open only in summer or by arrangement — check the museum's website or call ahead before you go.
Is Gamlabúð wheelchair accessible?
We don't have confirmed accessibility information for Gamlabúð. Many historic and turf-built Icelandic museums have steps or uneven ground — contact them directly if you have specific access needs.

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