Best places in Iceland

Fnjoskadalur is a valley in South-Thingeyjarsysla county in North Iceland. It is home to Vaglaskogur, the country's largest birch forest. The best way to visit this area is on a relaxed self drive tour. One of the best options for doing so is this 7-day Arctic Coast Way self drive, available

 Holmsheidi is a nature area nestled between the urban edge of Reykjavik and the Heidmork Nature Reserve. Holmsheidi is fast becoming known for its scenic walking trails, forest plantations, mossy lava fields, and peaceful outdoor spaces. Uncover everything you need to know before visiting this hidd

Fláajökull ("Sloping Glacier") is a small glacier tongue found on the east side of Breiðabunga volcano, stretching down from Iceland's largest ice cap, Vatnajökull.  Explore this area while on a self drive tour in Iceland. Photo from Wikimedia, Creative Commons, by Unukorno. No edits made. In the past, the glacier has been referred to as Hólmsárjökull, Mýrájökull and Hólsárjökull. In the last century, Fláajökull has receded two kilometres, causing growing concern amongst locals that climate change will continue to melt and destroy Iceland's glaciers in the upcoming decades.  T

Svartsengi Power Station is a geothermal power plant on the Reykjanes peninsula. The station's excess water is used to fill the renowned Blue Lagoon. Photo from Pixabay, by neanet. No edits made. Svartsengi Power Station is located in the southwest of Iceland, near the town of Grindavik and 

Thjorsarver is a wetlands area and natural reserve in the mid highlands of Iceland and became listed as a RAMSAR site in 1990, mainly as it the world's largest breeding ground for pink-footed ge

Eldvorp is a crater row of scoria and spatter cones located northwest of Grindavik on the Reykjanes peninsula in Southwest Iceland. The area has extensive geothermal activity, emanating steam of about 280 degrees Celcius. The lava from the crater row is one of the most extensive Holocene lava fl

Englandshverir hot spring is a series of hidden hot spring pools in the geothermal area of West Iceland near Reykjavik. The geothermal pool is near Iceland’s capital but off-the-beaten-path. Travelers can reach it by renting a car and driving themselves, or as part of a self-drive tour, like this I

Eldey is a small island southwest of the tip of Reykjanes, and situated on the Mid-Atlantic Ridge (see continental drift). Another island was formed further out in the year 1783 by an eruption from the sea floor but was later washed away. Photo from Wikimedia, Creative Commons, by Dagur Brynjólf

Trölladyngja is Iceland's largest shield volcano, located in the north of Vatnajökull National Park in the highlands. Explore this area on a self drive tour in Iceland. Photo from Wikimedia, Creative Commons, by Heidi Soosalu. No edits made. At 1,468 metres (4,816 feet) tall, it is the tenth largest mountain in the country; it rises about 600 metres (1969 feet) from the surrounding Ódáðahraun lava fields and desert. Its diameter is even more impressive, as it is 10 kilometres wide. It has an oblong crater that is 1,500 metres (4921 feet) at its widest, and 100 metres (328 feet) deep

Flateyri is the largest settlement in the 2km deep fjord, Önundarfjörður, in the Westfjords of Iceland. Its population is still just under 200 people. Even by the Westfjords’ high standards, Önundarfjörður is known for its sublime beauty, tabletop mountains, and eccentric museums.  The best way to visit this town is by renting a car and making your own way there. History Historically, Flateyri was a trading centre dating back to 1792. In the upcoming centuries, the town became a large support base for Norwegian whalers and shark fisherman. Relic hunters can still visit the ruins of the whal

Located in the fjord of Eyjafjordur in Noth Iceland, Grundarkirkja is one of Iceland‘s most beautiful and distinct churches. It is unusual for an Icelandic church in that its architecture rather resembles a Russian one, particularly its spire. Photo from Wikimedia, Creative Commons, by Hansueli

Klettshellir is the largest and best-known cave in the Westman Islands. The cave lies innermost of sea rock Ystiklettur. It is quite high and has a deep-sea level. Brass concerts in the cave are popu

Breiðárlón is a gorgeous, yet often overlooked glacier lagoon, that can be found at the south end of  Vatnajökull glacier, just five minutes drive from its more famous counterpart, Jökulsárlón. Explore this location while on a self drive tour in Iceland. Photo from Wikimedia, Creative Commons,

Þingeyri is a village in the Westfjords of Iceland, found coastally on the Dýrafjörður fjord. Þingeyri has a population of around 250 people. Explore this area on a self drive tour in Iceland. Ph

Heidarvatn lake in South Iceland is a tranquil fishing destination surrounded by rugged landscapes, offering anglers a serene retreat amidst nature's beauty. Heidarvatn is an idyllic lake just north of Vik village in South Iceland. It's an easy side trip from the Ring Road for those seeking

The Fljotsdalsherad district in East Iceland, home to East Iceland's main town, Egilsstadir, is particularly attractive and features an abundance of sites of natural, historical and cultural interest, some of which are listed below. Browse a wide range of Eastfjords tours. Notable natural at

The Hellulaug hot spring is a small, secluded geothermal pool in the Westfjords region of Iceland.  You can visit the Hellulaug hot pot on a self-drive tour of Iceland that visits the Westfjords. This 13-day budget self-drive tour will take you around the country's highlights and lets you explore at your own pace. If you're short on time,

Haenubrekkufoss waterfall, spelled Hænubrekkufoss in Icelandic, is a beautiful roadside attraction in East Iceland that flows into the Berufjardara river. Many of Iceland’s waterfalls are off-the-beaten-track, but fortunately, that’s not the case for all. Travelers can conveniently see Haenubrekkuf