Lace up those walking shoes and embark on a two-hour walking tour, expertly guided by a local through the streets of Isafjordur - Westfjord's largest town. Exploring on foot is the best way to learn about this tiny community of just 3,000 inhabitants and to take in the magnificent surrounding scenery. The colorful old houses that you will see are unique to Iceland, and the town's history makes for fascinating stories. Your guide will highlight key points of interest. Bring your camera because, although the town is small, it's culturally rich. Snap a photo of the fisherman's monument located in front of City Hall. Window shop, stop at the local bakery or visit a museum. There are things to do despite the town's size.

The town of Ísafjördur is the municipal center of the West Fjords peninsula. The West Fjords are Iceland's least populated region, with 9,600 inhabitants in the area of 9,520 km. Isafjördur (population 3,500) formerly one of Iceland's main trading posts, was granted municipal status in 1886. Some of Iceland's oldest and best-preserved buildings, dating from the 18th century, are located in Ísafjördur. The town is still predominantly a fishing center. A vigorous and varied cultural and artistic scene flourishes in the town as well. Mountains surround Ísafjördur on the three sides and the sea on the other. The ancient settlement site of Eyri downtown is enclosed by the narrow Skutulsfjördur fjord, which shelters the harbor in all weathers.