Akureyri Botanical Garden, Lystigardurinn, is a public garden in the town of Akureyri in North Iceland. It is open to the public in the summer season. It sits within walking distance of the centre of Akureyri.
A garden in the north
The Akureyri Botanical Garden, Lystigardurinn, is one of the northernmost botanical gardens in the world. The garden is a quiet green space in the town.
Plants that grow near the Arctic
The garden holds a collection of Icelandic plants alongside many foreign species that can survive so far north. The garden shows that a wide range of plants can grow this close to the Arctic Circle, thanks to the sheltered setting. It has lawns, paths, flower beds, and trees.
Visiting the garden and North Iceland tours
There is a cafe in the garden. You can compare North Iceland tours to see the current options.
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