Best places in Iceland

Loðmundarfjörður is a fjord in the northern part of the East Fjords of Iceland. Learn more about this area on a tour of the Eastfjords in Iceland. Photo from Wikimedia, Creative Commons, by Micha

The stratovolcano Bardarbunga is Iceland’s second-highest mountain and lies under the icecap of Vatnajokull, Europe’s largest glacier. Explore this area while on a self drive tour in Iceland or discover a wide range of mountain tours. Bardarbunga lies on the glacier’s northwest side and rises to a height of 2009 meters. It is Iceland’s largest volcanic system, around 200 km long and up to 25 km wide. Bardarbunga’s caldera measures 70 km2, up to 700 m deep and 10 km wide. The base is on average about 1100 meters but the surrounding edges may rise as high as 1850 meters. Overall, the volcan

Bjarnarfoss waterfall is a 262-foot (80-meter) waterfall located in the southern part of the Snaefellsness Peninsula.  Due to its location in Snaefellsness, there are a lot of tours travelers can join where they can see this beautiful waterfall. Those tours include the Small Group Tour of Snaefellsnes Peninsula and the 2-in-1 Northern Lights Win

Simply Café – A Cozy coffee house with Breathtaking Views in Snæfellsnes. Nestled in the heart of Hellnar, Simply Café is more than just a place to enjoy delicious food and drinks—it’s an experience. Surrounded by the raw beauty of Snæfellsnes, our café offers one of the most stunning views in the

Garðabær is a municipality in the Capital Region of Iceland, located between the districts of Kópavogur and Hafnarfjörður.  Browse a wide range of tours of Reykjavik or explore this area on a self-drive tour in Iceland. Establishment & History   Formerly known as Garðahreppur, the town of Garðab

Ellidaey Island, spelled Elliðaey in Icelandic, is an uninhabited island off the South Coast of Iceland. It's part of the Vestmannaeyjar archipelago, also known as the Westman Islands. Ellidaey is the third largest and northeasternmost island in the Westman Islands, and it's famous for being home to the "world’s loneliest house." It is not possible to visit Ellidaey Island without the permission of the landowners. However, it is often the first island you will pass if you book a ferry to the Westman Islands. You can also see it on many tours from the Westman Islands. This two-hour s

Heinabergslón is a little-known glacial lagoon in the South of Iceland. It can be found within Vatnajökull National Park, located on the South Coast. The glacial lagoon’s outlet glacier is Heinabergsjökull, itself a part of Vatnajökull. Discover this location on a self drive tour. Location of Hein

The Capital Region refers to Reykjavík and its bordering towns. It holds well over half of the country’s population, in spite of taking up less than 1% of the country’s landmass. Explore a wide ran

The Jökulsá á Fjöllum is the second longest river in Iceland, best known for the waterfalls within it. See this impressive river while on a self drive tour in Iceland. Geography of the Jökulsá á Fjöllum The Jökulsá á Fjöllum is 206 kilometres (128 miles) long, stretching from its sources in Eur

Úlfarsfell is a mountain about twelve kilometres (seven miles) Reykjavík. It stands at 296 metres (971 feet) tall. Visit this mountain while on a self drive tour in Iceland. Úlfarsfell is a popular recreational area; located just outside of Mosfellsbӕr (a town in the Greater Reykjavík Area), it is easy to reach from the capital by bus, car or b

Hnifsdalur is a small village of around 250 people in a valley of the same name and is positioned between Bolungarvik and Isafjordur. The mouth of the valley is marked by the mountains Budarhyrna and Bakkahyrna, each named after a farm near its roots. The river Hnifsdalsa runs through the valley.

Hopsnes, spelled Hópsnes in Icelandic, is a peninsula near Grindavik village, Southwest Iceland. It was an old fishing village during the 19th century and is now protected for its historical and cultural heritage Like visiting the Hallgrimskirkja church, the Viking Village, or the Jon Sigurdsson Mu

Bolafjall is a mountain peak you can drive up in Bolungarvik in the Westfjords, offering incredible views across Isafjardardjup fjord and its surrounding mountain ranges. Enjoy the freedom of a customizable Westfjords summer self-drive tour and include a visit to Bolafjall mountain. Check out this eight-day tour covering the Westfjords and Snaefel

Fjardara is a small, picture-perfect lake in Seydisfjordur, in the beautiful Eastfjords. It's a fantastic spot for strolls and serene moments at the water's edge. The Fjardara lake, or "Fjaðrará" in Icelandic, is surrounded by lush landscapes and towering peaks, with the charming town of Se

Kirkjubolsdalur is a valley in the Westfjords. The river Kirkjubolsa runs through the valley. The valley is a good hiking or biking trail, as it offers a great view of the majestic surrounding moun

Nyidalur (a.k.a. Jokuldalur) is a valley in the Icelandic Highlands, south of the glacier Tungnafellsjokull and north of Hofsjokull glacier. It is a frequent stop for travellers of the highlands, as h

Flogufoss waterfall, spelled Flögufoss in Icelandic, is a beautiful East Iceland attraction located in Breiddalur valley.  East Iceland's Flogufoss waterfall is found in the beautiful Eastfjords. For a visit, you can stay in accommodation in Breiddalsvik, the closest village, or include it as part of a Breiddalsvik valley tour, such as this 

Álftavatn is a beautiful lake in the southern Icelandic highlands, renowned for its beautiful birdlife. Browse a wide range of tours of the Highlands of Iceland. Photo by Wikimedia, Creative Commons, by Chmee2/Valtameri. No edits made. Álftavatn is located in a remote location, on the Laugave