In the library you will also find a photographic collection and the Regional Archives. Please feel free to sit down with a good book, magazine or newspaper - or you could make use of our wireless internet access and internet cafe. Service provided Libraries,

Service provided Tourist Information Centres,

The museum preserves a comprehensive collection of exhibits from former times, bearing witness to farming, housekeeping and social conditions in and around Akranes. Among the exhibits on display are boats and ships, as well as a selection of other items connected with seafaring and fishing, such as trawl-wire cutters from the so-called Cod Wars with the British, instruments used by doctors and midwives, old cars and a smithy. The museum also offers information on sports in Iceland, Iceland’s Mineral Kingdom and an exhibition from the National Land Survey of Iceland.
Service provided Museums,

At Bjarteyjarsandur in Hvalfjörður, the main activities are sheep farming and tourist services. Guest accommodation is in well constructed summer chalets. situated on the hillside above the farm. The Álfhóll Gallery is to be found in the silage pit and facilities for receiving guests are in the old hayloft. Guided tours of chosen areas around Hvalfjörður are also available. At Bjarteyjarsandur, emphasis is placed on the environment, culture and information. School groups of all ages are particularly welcome.
Service provided Cottages, Farm Holidays, Farming, For the children, Hiking Tours,

The outside swimming pool at Hlaðir is located in the community centre of that name, which is situated about half way along the Hvalfjörður fiord. There is also a children’s pool and hotpots. A camping site is close by. Service provided Hiking Tours, Swimming Pools,

Glymur Resort is a boutique hotel with 22 executive rooms and 3 superior luxury suites. Spectacular views. Fully equipped conference facilities. Restaurant, bar, outdoor hot tubs. Special art collection. Unique design and environment. Souvenir shop. Service provided Dinners & Resturants, Hotels,

In Akranes you will find especially good facilities for swimming, in the Jaðarsbakkar pool, as there is an old tradition of swimming at Skagi and many of Iceland's most famous swimmers have come from there. Service provided Swimming Pools,

Service provided Camping,

Service provided Exhibitions,

Comfortable private accommodation in beautiful surroundings, only 5 minutes drive from Akranes. Accommodation for up to 20 persons in made-up beds with access to bath and kitchen facilities. Service provided Bed & Breakfast, Cottages, Sleeping bag accommodations,