Museum of Witchcraft and Sorcery in Iceland

Iceland has a long and incredibly interesting history linked with witchcraft and sorcery. From witch-hunts, folklore and practices the museum is full of stories and records that date back to around the time of the Vikings! The Museum is a non-profit organisation that aims to display exhibitions, publications and artefacts from throughout the centuries. Learn all about the people that were accused of witchcraft and how they were punished or visit the Sorcerers Cottage, a 17th Century turf house and the only of its kind in Iceland!

Where can I learn about Iceland's mystical history?

Step into the magical world of sorcery and learn all about the dark history of Iceland's witch-hunts at the Museum of Icelandic Sorcery and Witchcraft!

With a whole host of things to see and learn, this is a great activity to do with friends or family to learn about the gruesome and magical history of Iceland. Visit the small town of Holmavik which is right on the coast in West Iceland. Make the most out of the trip by browsing through the shop and having a bite to eat in the Galdur Restaurant. If you want to learn all about the mystical history of Iceland’s witches, then add the Museum of Icelandic Sorcery and Witchcraft to your Stack today!

  • Adult | 1100 ISK
  • Student | 900 ISK
  • Children (up to 14 years) | Free
  • Summer | Monday – Sunday (10:00 – 18:00)
  • Winter | Monday – Friday (12:00 – 18:00) | Saturday and Sunday (13:00 – 18:00)