Best places in Iceland

Hjalteyri is a community of around 40 people, located on the western shores of Eyjafjordur in North Iceland. Until the early 20th century it was one of the centres for the herring industry in Iceland. The best way to visit this area is on a relaxed self drive tour. One of the best options for do

Húsey is a farm in east Iceland, renowned for its picturesque nature, abundant wildlife and hiking opportunities. Visiting Husey Húsey is located just inland from Héraðsflói, one of the bays of t

Dyrfjöll is a series of mountains within a great mountain range that rests between fjord Borgarfjörður Eystri and the municipality Fljótsdalshérað in East Iceland.  The mountains get their name from their most famous feature; a large gap called Dyr which translates to “door”.   Why You Can Trust

Eyjabakkajökull is a northeastern glacial tongue of the great Vatnajökull glacier, the largest ice cap in Iceland. Explore this area of Iceland on a self drive tour.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 local experts who are deeply familiar with Iceland. You can count on us for accurate, up-to-date, and trustworthy travel advice. Photo from Wikimedia, Creative Commons, by NASA. No edits made. Eyjabakkajökull stretches down the Devil’s Pass to the mu

The beautiful Litlaa is a fresh water river in the Kelduhverfi district by Oxafjordur in North Iceland and is one of Iceland‘s greatest trout rivers. The best way to visit this area is on a relaxe

Reyðarfjörður is a town of 1,102 people in the Eastfjords of Iceland.  Browse a wide range of tours of the Eastfjords.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

Laekjargata is a street in the heart of central Reykjavik. The street has some of Reykjavik's oldest houses and features several cafés, restaurants shops, and stores, making it a must-visit on any to

Vopnafjordur, spelled Vopnafjörður in Icelandic, is a village and municipality situated on a wide fjord by the same name in the Northeast of Iceland.  The fjord separates the headlands of Digranes and Kollumúli and joins the two great bays of Bakkafloi and Heradsfloi on each side. In the middle of

Breidbakur, in the Icelandic Highlands, is a mountain west of Langisjor lake and near Vatnajokull glacier. The scenery in this area is magnificent. Along with Breidbakur, the Fogrufjoll mountains (

Hvannfell Mountain is a volcanic peak in North Iceland, best known as the landmark near the famous Lofthellir Ice Cave. The area around Hvannfell is popular with hikers and adventure travelers, especially those joining a guided tour to Lofthellir Cave, which is hidden beneath the lava nearby.

Hrutfjallstindar is a mountain with four peaks in Vatnajokull National Park.  The Hrutfjallstindar mountain (spelled Hrútfjallstindar in Icelandic) stands tall between the Svinafellsjokull and Skaft

Flokalundur village is called Flókalundur in Icelandic and is a small village with a lot of heart that makes a great stopping point in the Westfjords.  You must stop by if you’re driving the Westfjo

Seljalandsdalur is a valley to the west of Isafjordur in the Westfjords. The valley is ideal for taking a nice walk among stunning landscape and in the winter it is popular for skiing. Explore this area of Iceland on a self drive tour.Why You Can Trust Our ContentGuide to Iceland is the most tru

Discover the Sudavik Arctic Fox Center, a one-of-a-kind wildlife sanctuary in the Westfjords of Iceland. The center is fully dedicated to the Arctic fox, the only land mammal native to Iceland. You’ll learn about these elusive animals through rescued fox encounters, interactive exhibits, and scientific storytelling. Nestled in the Westfjords village of Sudavik, the sanctuary lies just a 20-minute drive from Isafjordur. The center delivers an experience that combines wildlife education, environmental stewardship, and rich insights. Open annually from May 1 to September 30, the Arctic Fox Cent

Miðnesheiði is a heath on the Reykjanes peninsula. Keflavik airport is located on this heath, as well as the abandoned American military base. In 1951 the Icelandic government made a treaty with t

Gjastykki is a beautiful and rugged rift valley to the north of the caldera Krafla, in the North of Iceland. Gjastykki was literally blown apart by the eruption of Krafla during the years 1975-1984. Two of the three areas that were active during that time are still warm.Why You Can Trust Our Con

As one of the largest green areas in Reykjavik and one of the lush forests in Iceland, Ellidaardalur Valley, also known as "Elliðaárdalur" in Icelandic, is a true local favorite that often flies under the radar for tourists.  The valley is full of natural life, with salmon in the river, birds in