Experience the thrill of Icelandic history and the captivating Egils Saga exhibition at the Settlement Center. Discover the first settlers and immerse yourself in the ancient sagas brought to life through multimedia and theatrical techniques.
- The Settlement Center - An entertaining and educational, audio guided, exhibition that tells the story of the first settlers, and the story of Iceland’s most important saga
- Egils Saga. Egill Skalla-Grimson was a famous Viking and poet.
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- All fees and taxes included
The Settlement Center is an extensive source of knowledge, offering invaluable insights into the history of Iceland. It helps visitors understand the country’s history in relation to their visit. The exhibits bring to life the captivating drama of the sagas and the inception of this island country. Particularly, they highlight one of Iceland’s most significant cultural assets, the Egils Saga.
The showcased items in the Settlement Center describe the tale of the first inhabitants and the principal saga of Iceland, the Egils Saga.
Egill Skalla-Grimson, a renowned Viking and poet, and his father were among the first settlers. Their family resided near Borgarnes at Borg.
The Center’s mission is to ensure the ancient sagas are understood by individuals of all age groups.
To make the experience memorable for visitors, the Center uses multi-media and theatrical methods, enabling them to sense the thrill of embarking on a journey across the vast sea to unexplored territories.
The audio narration programs designed to tell these stories are available in 15 different languages.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.