Best places in Iceland

Budardalur is a village of around 650 inhabitants in the fjord Hvammsfjordur, innermost off Breidafjordur. It is the service center for the area. Explore this area while on a self drive tour in Icel

The Strytur in are giant submarine geothermal silica cones that rise like towers from the seafloor at Ystuvik and Arnarnes in the fjord Eyjafjordur in North Iceland. Ystuvikurstrytur are the deeper and its heat is about 72 degrees. The area of Arnarnesstrytur is shallower but wider. The water at

The mighty Langjokull, also known as the “Long Glacier,” is the second-largest glacier in Iceland. Langjokull Glacier offers breathtaking landscapes and thrilling activities — here’s everything you need to know to plan your trip. Langjokull is the second largest glacier in Iceland, located 93 miles (150 kilometers) from Reykjavik. There are m

Kristnitökuhraun is a lava field to the west of Hellisheiði plateau in southwest Iceland. The lava field formed during an eruption in the year 1000, when Icelanders were debating the christening of the nation at national parliament Alþingi at Þingvellir. The story goes that when the eruption sta

Downstream of Dettifoss, Europe's most powerful waterfall, is another major waterfall, the thunderous Hafragilsfoss. Like Dettifoss, Hafragilsfoss is a part of the glacier river Jokulsa a Fjollum in North Iceland. Hafragilsfoss drops at 27 meters into Jokulsargljufur canyon. Why You Can Trust Our ContentGuide to Iceland is the most trusted trav

Grímsey is an island off the north coast of Iceland, nestled across the Arctic Circle. It is, therefore, the only part of Iceland that is truly in the Arctic, and many visitors come to have their passport stamped in recognition of its high latitude. It is part of the Akureyri municipality, with

Vatnsdalsholar Hills or “Vatnsdalshólar,” is a one-of-a-kind field of grassy mounds at the mouth of North Iceland’s Vatnsdalur Valley. Spanning over five square kilometers, these surreal hills, forme

There are waterfalls in Iceland that make headlines. Then there’s Reykjafoss, the one that quietly impresses without the fanfare. It doesn’t draw tour buses or selfie-stick crowds. It offers something far better: calm, solitude, and the unmistakable sense that you’ve found something truly special i

Visit Hnjotur Museum (Hnjótur Minjasafn), a one-of-a-kind heritage site in the remote Westfjords of Iceland. It offers a deep dive into the country’s rich maritime, farming, and aviation history, preserved in the windswept village of Orlygshofn. The museum was founded by Egill Olafsson, a local co

Located on a hillside overlooking the village of Vík, the Víkurkirkja (Vík í Mýrdal Church) stands as one of Iceland’s most photographed landmarks. Its red roof and white walls stand out sharply against the dark volcanic landscape, offering a striking visual contrast that captures the raw beauty of

Sugandisey Island is a small natural landmark that feels more like a scenic lookout than a traditional island. It's attached to the harbor town of Stykkisholmur in West Iceland and offers one of the most accessible panoramic spots in the region. Originally a separate basalt formation, the island

Highland Base is a remote, year-round adventure resort in the Kerlingafjoll Mountains, in Iceland’s central highlands. They have a range of accommodations, tours and experiences to explore the region. Read on for more. Highland Base is located within the Asgardur Valley of the Kerlingarfjoll Mountain Range. Established in July 2023, it serves as a hospitality hub and a gateway to the surrounding geothermal and volcanic landscapes. This highland resort began as a ski training camp in the 1960s. Today, it has become a sustainable base for explorers, offering cozy accommodations, hot meals, an

Sudurnamur Mountain is a prominent feature of Iceland's Fjallabak Nature Reserve, situated within the famed Landmannalaugar Region. Best known for its breathtaking panoramas of rainbow-colored rh

Onundarfjordur Pier is a quiet, wooden pier in a small village in the Westfjords of Iceland. It stretches into a beautiful fjord (a long, deep sea inlet between mountains). In Icelandic, it’s called "Önundarfjörður."  This pier is not crowded and is perfect for relaxing, taking photos, and enjoyin

Stykkisholmskirkja Church is one of Iceland’s most striking churches, located in West Iceland. Its futuristic curves and clean white silhouette offer sweeping views over Breidafjordur Bay. This landmark is more than a place of worship—it’s an architectural icon and a peaceful stop on the Snaefellsn

Image Credit: Skaftfellingur and trade at Skaftaros. Photo courtesy of Eldsveitir.is. If you're visiting the town of Vik in South Iceland, don’t miss the Skaftfellingur Museum. This small but special museum is all about an old wooden ship that once sailed the rough waters along Iceland’s southern coast. It's a great stop if you want to learn about Iceland's sea history and the lives of people who lived by the ocean.Why You Can Trust Our ContentGuide to Iceland is the most trusted travel platform in Iceland, helping millions of visitors each year. All our content is written and reviewed by l

Malarrif Lighthouse (Malarrifsviti) is a rocket-shaped landmark located on the westernmost tip of the Snaefellsnes Peninsula in Iceland, within the Snaefellsjokull National Park. The offbeat shape of the lighthouse stands out to first-time visitors, but the scenic setting facing the Atlantic Ocean