The Viking Town
About This Museum
Forget dusty glass cases; this place feels less like a museum and more like stepping through a portal. You're walking on the actual ground where Norse settlers built their longhouses over a thousand years ago, the wild Icelandic wind whipping off the water just as it did for them. The genius of Herjólfstown is how it brings that daily struggle and triumph to life right under your feet. It’s a raw, tangible connection to a world usually reserved for saga books.
Collection Highlights
The star of the show is the excavated foundation of the original longhouse itself, its outline marked in the earth—you can truly grasp its scale. Then there are the quiet, personal artifacts: a humble spindle whorl, well-worn gaming pieces, and fragile animal bones that whisper stories of meals and survival.
Visitor Information
Wear sturdy shoes because you'll be exploring an archaeological site, not a polished gallery. It's compact but powerful, so you can have a deeply satisfying experience without needing to dedicate your whole day.
Architecture & Building
The main exhibition space is housed in a modern, turf-covered building that beautifully mimics the Viking-age structures, blending seamlessly into the hillside of Herjólfsdalur valley.
Contact & Location
Address: Herjólfsdalur, Vestmannaeyjabær, Suðurland, 900, Ísland
Phone: +354 852 6939
Website: Visit Website
