Skriðuklaustur Centre of Culture & History

Built in 1939, it is one of Iceland’s most historic buildings, bequeathed to the nation by the writer in 1948. The museum is about Gunnar and the monastic times. It features exhibitions, virtual reality and events of various kind concerning local culture and nature. Personal guidance is guaranteed. Lunch and cake buffet

Gunnarsstofnun, Skriðuklaustur, 701 Egilsstaðir +354 471 2990 www.skriduklaustur.is klaustur@skriduklaustur.is available every day during the summer at the Klausturkaffi restaurant, with local specialties.

Opening hours:

Apr-May: Daily 11am-5pm.

June-Aug: Daily 10am-6pm.

Sept 1-Oct 15: Daily 11am-5pm.

Oct 15-Mar 31: Contact for opening hours. Admission: Museum: ISK 1,200, free for 16 and under.