Port overview
Port of Akureyri at a glance
North Iceland's capital.
Our AIS tracking recorded 25 cruise ship calls at Port of Akureyri since Jul 2026, about 1.8 a week, from 12 cruise lines. The busiest lines are Viking Ocean Cruises, Norwegian Cruise Line, Celebrity Cruises.
- In port now
- 0
- Ship calls, since Jul 2026
- 25
- Ships seen
- 14
- Cruise lines seen
- 12
- Port type
- Port of Call
- Time zone
- Greenwich Mean Time
- Terminals
- 1
- Annual passengers
- 150,000
- Max ship length
- 300 m
- UN/LOCODE
- ISAKU
Facilities
- Hotels Nearby
- Taxi Available
Cruises
Cruises Visiting Port of Akureyri
Port of Akureyri is a port of call, not a departure port. Cruises do not embark here, but many itineraries include a stop.
Live data
Ships at Port of Akureyri now
No recent ship observations are available near Port of Akureyri. This does not confirm the port is empty.
Ship calls, since Jul 2026
Who calls here most
Ships
- Norwegian StarNorwegian Cruise Line4 calls in the since Jul 2026
- Celebrity SilhouetteCelebrity Cruises4 calls in the since Jul 2026
- Viking MarsViking Ocean Cruises3 calls in the since Jul 2026
- MSC PreziosaMSC Cruises2 calls in the since Jul 2026
- RotterdamHolland America Line2 calls in the since Jul 2026
- Viking SaturnViking Ocean Cruises2 calls in the since Jul 2026
- Valiant LadyVirgin Voyages1 call in the since Jul 2026
- Viking MiraViking Ocean Cruises1 call in the since Jul 2026
Shore excursions
Things to do in Akureyri
Tours and activities near Port of Akureyri, bookable ahead of your port day.
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Where to stay
Hotels near Port of Akureyri
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Hotels & Accommodations Near Port of Akureyri
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FAQ
Questions about Port of Akureyri
What cruise ships visit Port of Akureyri?
Port of Akureyri is visited by cruise ships from major cruise lines throughout the year. You can see which ships are currently near Port of Akureyri and recent arrivals on the port's live tracking page at /ports/akureyri.
Where is Port of Akureyri located?
Port of Akureyri is located in Akureyri, Iceland.
What is the best time to visit Port of Akureyri?
The best time to visit Port of Akureyri varies by season. Check the port's seasonality page for detailed month-by-month cruise ship visit data.
What shore excursions are available at Port of Akureyri?
Port of Akureyri offers a variety of shore excursions including guided tours, cultural experiences, and outdoor adventures. Popular activities in Akureyri include sightseeing, local cuisine tours, and historical site visits. You can also book excursions independently through platforms like Klook and Viator.
How do I get from Port of Akureyri to Akureyri?
From Port of Akureyri, you can reach Akureyri by taxi, public transport, or shuttle services. Taxi services operate from the cruise terminal. Many cruise lines also offer shuttle services into town.
