We had heard through friends that this was a garden not to be missed. We were skeptical. Very skeptical. I mean, arctic does not normally engender thoughts of profuse blooms. I mean, it's not Keukenhof, or Kew, or any number of other internationally knows gardens. However, it was surprisingly lovely. Granted, we were there during the best possible time (end... More

This is opened all day but in winter they don't clear the snow so you can't get in anyway. There's nothing to see really, leafless trees and a steep climb is all that awaits you.

They said the garden is open 365 days a year but I was there in November and they don't plow the paths. I couldn't walk through the garden. I'm sure it's very nice in the summer.

If you love gardens, this one is a must when you visit Akureyri. Filled with color and gorgeous plantings, it is an unexpected delight only 60 miles south of the Arctic circle. There is a really lovely cafe on the grounds as well.

A beautiful garden in the autumn with many trees and plants. But also an oasis to sit down and relax with yourself or others. Children are welcome and entrance free. Hidden in the garden was excellent and inexpensive restaurant for light lunch called Cafe Björk.

A short walk up hill from the pleasant town of Akureyri. You pass the town's main church on the way - it was closed unfortunatley for a private funeral when we passed. The botanical gardens can easily be seen in less than an hour. Plenty of well marked plants, shrubs and trees. Lots of colour considering the harsh climate here.... More

If you like gardens this is well worth a visit. Allow 30 minutes or more depending on you level of interest. Free to go in.

just above the church in Akureyri. Its a cute garden full of icelandic species. most of the flowers were in bloom so it was very colorful. they were still working on the cafe which had a design of a small lodge.

Wonderful selection and truly surprisingly good considering how close to the Arctic Circle. The colors of the blooms were really intense and my Mom the gardener said they are brighter where it is cooler. Amazed there was no entrance fee. I would highly recommend stopping here and the church too. We spent about an hour and could have spent a... More