Name: Skálholt
Address: Bláskógabyggð, 8, IS
Telephone: +354 486 8801

Skálholt Cathedral is open every day from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm - Mass is held every Sunday at 11:00 am

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A spring of music in Skálholt!

The spring and music make a perfect pairing—and in Skálholt Cathedral, that harmony truly comes alive in the weeks ahead. A rich and varied concert programme is on the horizon, featuring choirs, ensembles, and artists of many kinds performing in one of Iceland’s most beautiful and acoustically remarkable churches. The programme ranges from children’s choirs to powerful male voice choirs, string ensembles, and international gospel performances. This is a unique opportunity to

Apr 19

Is there a parking fee at Skálholt?

Is there a parking fee at Skálholt? The short answer is no, but guests can donate to Skálholt by scanning a QR code on signs by the parking lots in front of the church. Skálholt is a national heritage site of Iceland and one of the country’s most important historical and religious places. The Board of Skálholt has decided not to introduce admission or facility fees, but instead to invite visitors to make donations upon visiting the site. Visitors can pay by scanning a QR code

Apr 19

Church closed due to recordings

Temporary Closure of Skálholt Cathedral – November 28th and 29th Skálholt Cathedral will be closed to visitors from 3:00 PM on Friday, November 28, and throughout Saturday, November 29. The temporary closure is due to a professional recording session by the vocal ensemble Cantores Islandiae, who will be recording the Þorlákstíðir music in the cathedral. We sincerely apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding. Þorláksbúð will remain open f

Nov 25, 2025

Sat, May 02
Vortónleikar Karlakórs Selfoss
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May 02, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Skálholtsdómkirkja - Skálholt Cathedral, Skálholt, Ísland
Karlakór Selfoss heldur árlega vortónleika sína laugardaginn 2. maí kl 17:00 Þema tónleikanna eru Íslensk fjöll og lög í útsetningu eftir Skarphéðinn Þór stjórnanda kórsins. Undirleikari er Jón Bjarnason Aðgangseyrir 5000 kr.
Tue, May 05
Sunnlenskar raddir í Skálholtsdómkirkju
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May 05, 2026, 8:00 PM – May 06, 2026, 9:00 PM
Skálholtsdómkirkja - Skálholt Cathedral, Skálholt, Ísland
Sunnlenskar raddir munu vera með tónleika þriðjudaginn 5. maí í Skálholtskirkju kl 20:00. Sungin verða bæði klassík lög og íslensk dægurlög. Stjórnandi er Stefán Þorleifsson. Frítt verður inn á tónleikana. Veitingastaðurinn Hvönn í Skálholti er opinn og tilvalið að fá sér veitingar þar.
Sun, May 10
Barnamenningardagur í Skálholti
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May 10, 2026, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Skálholt, Skálholt, 806, Ísland
Barnamenningardagur verður haldinn í Skálholti sunnudaignn 10. maí frá kl 11:00 - 15:00. Boðið verður upp á fjölbreytta dagskrá sem hentar börnum og fjölskyldum þeirra. Veitingastaðurinn Hvönn verður opinn og þar verða ilmandi nýbakaðar vöfflur.
Thu, May 14
Vortónleikar Jórukórsins
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May 14, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Skálholtsdómkirkja - Skálholt Cathedral, Skálholt, Ísland
Vortónleikar Jórukórsins 2026 verða fimmtudaginn 14. maí kl 16:00 í Skálholtsdómkirkju Þema tónleikanna er allt frá heimstónlist til vestræns popps með snert af íslenskum þjóðlagaarfi. Miðaverð: 5.000 kr Frítt fyrir börn 14 ára og yngri Miðasala fer fram á: www.jorukorinn.is
Sat, May 30
Sønderborg Gospel Choir
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May 30, 2026, 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Skálholtsdómkirkja - Skálholt Cathedral, Skálholt, Ísland
Sønderborg Gospel Choir heldur tónleika í Skálholtskirkju laugardaginn 30. maí nk kl 20:00. Kórinn er blandaður kór u.þ,b 35 manns, sem syngja gospel tónlist undir stjórn Johanna Løhde Nielsen í Sønderborg í Danmörku. Á tónleikunum mun kóinn flytja röð þekktra verka úr gospel heiminum.
Sat, Jul 18
Skálholtshátíð 2026
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Jul 18, 2026, 11:00 AM – Jul 19, 2026, 5:00 PM
Skálholtsdómkirkja - Skálholt Cathedral, Skálholt, Ísland
Skálholtshátíð er haldin hátíðleg í Skálholti helgina nálægt 20. júlí sem er Þorláksmessa á sumar. Í ár kemur Skálholtshátíðin upp helgina 18 - 19 júlí. Dagskrá er vönduð og menningarleg en henni er stýrt af Solveigu Láru Guðmundsdóttur. Verið hjartanlega velkomin á Skálholtshátíð!

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Visit Skálholt

Skálholt is one of Iceland's greatest historical sites and a bishop's seat since 1056. In the basement of the church there is an exhibition with artifacts and fragments of history. You can book guided tours for groups of 10 or more people throughout the year with a guided tour.

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Restaurant

The restaurant Hvönn in Skálholt is a great place to stop for a meal on the Golden Circle. At Hvönn, the emphasis is on a pleasant environment in a beautiful historical place. Traditional meals are offered with modern accents.

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Accommodation

Hotel Skálholt offers varied and comfortable accommodation in the middle of the Golden Circle. It is short in all directions and ideal for day trips from Skálholt.

Stay in one of the most historic places in the country in beautiful surroundings.

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Skálholt Cathedral

Skálholt Cathedral is open every day of the year from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and masses are every Sunday morning at 11:00 a.m.

Skálholt Cathedral was consecrated in 1963 and is the tenth church that stands there in the same place. The first one was built shortly after the year 1000 when Icelanders converted to Christianity.

You are welcome to visit Skálholt during opening hours.

Important dates

1000

Icelanders became a Christian nation this year and soon after the first church was built in Skálholt

1193

St Thorlak Thorhallsson died this year. He was a bishop in Skálholt from 1147. He was declared the patron saint of Iceland in 1984.

1550

Jón Arason and his sons executed in Skáholt. The event marked the beginning of the Reformation in Iceland.

1948

This year, the first draft of Skálholt restoration was made. New Skálholt Cathedral was inaugurated 16 years later.

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Skálholt

Skálholt School

Skálholti, 806 Selfoss

+354 486 8801

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Contact

Visiting hours are by agreement.

Priest: Kristín Þórunn Tómasdóttir
kristin.tomasdottir@kirkjan.is S. 862 4164

Organist: Jón Bjarnason
jon@skalholt.is S. 691 8321

Guided tour

Book a guided tour around Skálholt!

The tour takes around 30 minutes and will give you an insight into Skálholt significant history.

Price:
2- 5 persons – 3500 ISK per person (25 USD - 24 EUR pr pers)
6 - 9 persons – 2500 ISK per person (21 USD - 20 EUR pr pers)
10 + persons - 1500 ISK per person (11 USD - 10 EUR per pers)

Available tours from 9am to 5pm.

Book your tour by sending an email to skalholt@skalholt.is.

Opening hours

Skálholtskirkja and Thorlaks booth is open every day 9:00 - 18:00