Laugardalsholl Sport Center, also known as Laugardalshollin, is a multi-purpose indoor arena located in the capital of Iceland, Reykjavik. Travelers can see Laugardalshollin when joining tours in Reykjavik. For example, you can make a quick stop at the arena if you visit nearby attractions such as

Frikirkjan Church, also known as the Free Church, is a religious institution in the heart of Reykjavik, Iceland. You can visit the Frikirkjan Church on a self-drive tour of Iceland. Simply spend a few days in Reykjavik, and you'll have plenty of time to discover more about the city's food

Sigurgeir's Bird Museum at Lake Myvatn is a small museum about birdlife in the Myvatn area, with exhibits of birds, nests, and eggs. Travelers can visit Sigurgeir's Bird Museum during a private or self-drive tour covering the Myvatn area. This 12-day summer self-drive tour and this seven-da

Skessuhorn is a prominent mountain in West Iceland, offering spectacular climbing opportunities and excellent views. Travelers can marvel at Skessuhorn's splendor during a self-drive tour, includ

The Seal Circle driving route takes visitors on a scenic journey around the Vatnsnes Peninsula in North Iceland, covering seal hotspots, incredible natural landscapes, and areas of cultural and historical significance. The Seal Circle driving route is a welcome detour for Ring Road travelers in Nor

The Herring Era Museum is the largest maritime museum in Iceland, which details the country's rich history of herring fishery and processing. Visit this Icelandic museum when taking a self-drive

Draugasetrid, also known as the Ghost Center in Stokkseyri, is one of the most interesting museums in Iceland dedicated to folklore and ghost stories. Travelers can visit the museum by joining customizable and private tours on the South Coast, where Stokkseyri village is located. For example, this

Hellisgerdi is a small public park in the town of Hafnarfjordur, known for its lava formations, lush vegetation, connection to folklore, and festivities during Christmas. Hafnarfjordur is part of the Capital Region and is just a 20-minute drive with a rental car from central Reykjavik or a 30-minut

The Mid-Atlantic Ridge, where the Eurasian and North American tectonic plates separate, goes directly across Iceland and can be visited at Thingvellir National Park or the Reykjanes peninsula.  Visit

The Viking Village in Hafnarfjordur is a themed hotel and restaurant which recreates a Viking settlement. You can visit the Viking Village in Hafnarfjordur as part of a self-drive summer tour of Iceland. Hafnarfjordur is in the Capital Region, about 8.5 miles (14 kilometers) from the Icelandic capi

  Photo from Wikimedia Commons, by Akigka No edits made Sundholl Reykjavikur, Sundhöllin in Icelandic, is an indoor public swimming pool in the middle of Iceland’s capital city, Reykjavik. Since it opened its doors in 1937, the pool has become a popular destination for locals and tourists. Su

The Gerdarsafn Art Museum is a modern art gallery in Kopavogur town in Iceland. You can visit the Gerdarsafn Art Museum as part of a self-drive tour of Iceland. The museum is close to Reykjavik, so you can easily reach it while staying in the Icelandic capital. The Gerdarsafn Art Museum was built

Established in 1909, Skrudur, spelled Skrúður in Icelandic, is the oldest botanical garden in Iceland. It was built by Rev. Sigtryggur Gudlaugsson, a teacher and Protestant pastor living in Nupur, a boarding school in the Westfjords. Like the Akureyri botanical gardens, Petra’s Stone Museum, and the Hljomskalagardurinn park, Skrudur boasts an extensive collection of plants, flowers, and trees. The garden also attracts visitors looking for a peaceful and refreshing atmosphere. It can be visited by those on self-drive packages that visit the Westfjords, such as on this eight-day summer hol

Opened in 1988, the Osvor Maritime Museum, spelled Ósvör in Icelandic, is an impressive replica of a 19th-century Icelandic fishing station in the Westfjords region. The museum attempts to recreate what life was like for Icelandic fishermen in Iceland's past. Like other unique Westfjords de

The Icelandic Textile Center is a cultural institution in Blonduos, Northwest Iceland that promotes textile art and culture through exhibitions, workshops, and events. You can visit the Icelandic T

Astjorn, spelled Ástjörn in Icelandic, is a small lake in the beautiful port town of Hafnarfjordur, famous for birdwatching and strolling activities. Travelers staying in Hafnarfjordur accommodations

Photo from Wikimedia Commons, by Touristlink No Edits made. The Hafnarborg Center of Culture and Fine Art, spelled “Hafnarfjörður” in Icelandic, is a public museum that serves as the center of Hafnarfjordur’s art scene. The museum opened its doors in 1983 and has become a hub for leading Icelan