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The Icelandic Emigration Center

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Recommended sightseeing time:2-3 hours
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Kvosin, Hofsos 566 IcelandMap
Phone: +354 453 7935
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  • Peter O
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    Interesting part of Icelandic history

    Stopped here by coincidence and were pleasantly surprised how the stories that were told captured our attention. It is hard to read all the stories but pick some and you get the idea.

    Reviewed on Aug 8, 2021
  • StefanieH443
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    Great museum

    We enjoyed our stop at the Emigration Center in Hofsos. There are three buildings you can visit, and there is free parking right next door. It was so interesting to see the detailed stories of the Ice...

    Reviewed on Jul 12, 2021
  • hanna718
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    Worthwhile glimpse into Iceland's [non-Viking] history

    Well put together museum, tells the story of Iceland's emigrants. I think roughly 16,000 who left for Canada, the U.S., and (surprisingly) Brazil between the late 1800s to early 1900s (Considering the...

    Reviewed on Jul 8, 2021
  • 836anneliesb
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    Unique museum, wonderful display

    I am very happy that I decided to visit this musuem! This is unique and has a different perspective. Certainly the first building with all the testimonials and letters was an eyeopener. And waw, what...

    Reviewed on Sep 27, 2020
  • Paul B
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    The apartment here is a hidden secret!

    The original Emigration Officers Apartment is available for guests. We stayed one night and wish we could have stayed longer. 2 bedrooms, bath, dining room, living room, and outdoor deck. Overlooki...

    Reviewed on Sep 6, 2019

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