Golf Club Isafjordur was established in 1943.  Its first golf course was on the Skipeyri spit until the area was claimed for the airport construction in 1960.  The club was inactive until it was reestablised on May 6th 1978.  It was issued land for a three hole golf course in Hnifsdalur and had to move once before its permanent location was found in Valley Tungudalur.

Isafjordur is the capital of the Westfjords. The town is known for its flourishing art and cultural life and many prominent musicians and composers come from here or reside here. Frequent art exhibitions are held throughout the year, attracting many visitors.