experience Iceland’s

Most unique food traditions

Where Icelandic history, shark tasting, and local food come together

Reopening April 2027 · Contact us for bookings

Shark Museum

Discover Icelandic history, Greenland shark traditions, and authentic local culture at one of Iceland’s most unique museums.

About The Museum

Bookings open for summer 2027

Bistro

Enjoy homemade Icelandic dishes, warm soups, baked goods, and local specialties in a cozy countryside setting.

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FAQs

Fermented shark, known as hákarl, is a traditional Icelandic food made from Greenland shark using centuries-old curing methods.

Most visitors spend around 30–60 minutes exploring the museum and tasting experience..

Yes — visitors can enjoy traditional Icelandic food and homemade refreshments at Bjarnarhöfn Bistro from June-August.

Walk-ins are welcome, but group visits are recommended to book ahead.

Visitors can explore traditional curing sheds, historical artifacts, fishing culture, and learn about the Greenland shark and Icelandic food traditions

The museum is located on Snæfellsnes Peninsula in West Iceland, about 25 minutes from Stykkishólmur.

The Entrance fee is 2200 ISK for Adults. Free for children under 15 year old.

Our shark fin soup is inspired by Chinese culinary tradition and given an Icelandic twist. It is made with Icelandic shark fin—a by-product of traditional shark processing—along with vegetables in a rich, flavourful broth. No shark is caught solely for its fins.

Location

Bjarnarhöfn,

Snælfellsnes Peninsula

Iceland

Contact Us

Opening hours

Museum – 10 AM – 5PM / 10:00-17:00

Closed from 19. October – spring

Entrance fee: 2200 ISK

Bistro – Closed for the season!

Phone

+354 4381581

Email

bjarnarhofn(at)simnet.is

bjarnar

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