1238 The Battle of Iceland — Attraction in undefined

I recently visited the 1238 Battle of Iceland Museum and was thoroughly impressed by the experience. The museum focuses on the Icelandic Civil War, a pivotal period in the nation's history, and presents it in an engaging and educational manner.

One of the standout features of the museum is its use of virtual reality. This immersive technology allows visitors to step back in time and witness the events of the civil war firsthand. The VR experience is exceptionally well-executed, providing a vivid and realistic portrayal of the battles and daily life during this tumultuous period.

In addition to the virtual reality component, the museum offers a wealth of information through traditional exhibits. These displays are informative and well-organized, making it easy to follow the historical narrative. I found myself learning a great deal about Iceland's past and the complexities of the civil war.

Overall, the 1238 Battle of Iceland Museum is a remarkable blend of education and innovation. The use of cutting-edge technology, combined with thorough historical research, makes it a must-visit for anyone interested in Icelandic history or looking for a unique museum experience. Highly...

This is a small museum separated into three parts:

One room with detailed information about the Sturlurs and what lead to the battle of 1238. The texts were in Icelandic and English and the design and display was very modern. Also this part featured some interactive elements (a game where you re-lived the naval battle and a 360° TV but that was broken) and remaked from historic garments and tools.

The second part had four displays of armour and weapon remakes a warrior of that time would be equipped with.

The last part was the main attraction of the museum: The VR experience where you could relive the battle of Örlygsstaðir and help retrieve the legendary spear. The staff there was super helpful and kind while setting up the equipment for you.

Overall this is a very modern and stylish museum! But it will only take you about 1,5h to see everything, the exhibits were not genuine historic (only remakes) and entrance fee for one adult is 3.450 ISK (about 25€) which for my taste is a little too much for...

A great stop for anyone interested in Icelandic history!

We visited 1238: The Battle of Iceland as part of our trip with historical focus last year. It is a modern and well-made museum. You can read about the events, see interactive displays, and even try on some medieval gear.

At the end, there is a virtual reality experience where you participate in the battle in a fun way.

Of course both the items on display and the gear you can try on are replicas. if you’re interested in original artifacts, you’d need to visit the museums in Reykjavík.

The museum is a great addition if you are visiting the actual battlefield nearby. It gives you good background and context.

Also, the café is very nice. We had great coffee and snacks there after the visit.

We highly recommend this place for anyone who wants to learn more about Iceland’s past in an engaging and modern way.

Hope we come...