Best places in Iceland

Located in the East of Iceland, Atlavík is a small cove in Hallormsstaðarskógur forest, on the shores of the lake Lagarfljót. A once-popular meeting place for locals and visitors, today Atlavík is a p

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. Between Hnifsdalur and Isafjordur lies the mountain Eyrarfjall. There have been avalanches in this area, a large one occurred there in 1910 resulting in a great loss of life. Explore this area on a self drive tour in Iceland.  

Súðavík is a fishing village and municipality in the Westfjords of Iceland, positioned just off the West Coast of Álftafjörður. Súðavík is only a couple of minutes drive to Ísafjörður, and the two s

Hallmundarhraun is a lava field of the pahoehoe type (i.e. smooth unbroken basaltic lava with a smooth, billowy, undulating, or ropy surface) located slightly west of Langjokull glacier. Hallmundar

Surtshellir, named after the fire giant of Norse mythology is the longest and most renowned lava cave in Iceland. Explore this area while on a self drive tour in Iceland. Photo above from Wikimedia, Creative Commons, by Dave Bunnell. No edits made. Surtshellir is located in the Hallmundarhra

Reykjavík Airport refers to the predominantly domestic airport within Iceland’s capital, often shortened to RVK or BIRK. Browse a wide range of Reykjavik tours. While Keflavík International Airport deals with flights abroad, planes from Reykjavík Domestic Airport only fly to select towns around

Berufjörður is a fjord in east Iceland. Geography of Berufjörður Berufjörður is located in the south of the Eastfjords of Iceland; it is 20 kilometres long, and five kilometres wide at its widest. The fjord is most notable for being home to the village of Djúpivogur. Though home to less than 500

Hverfell is a dramatic explosion crater in North Iceland. It is also called Hverfjall; both spellings and pronunciations are correct. 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 in the s

The Skansinn fort on Heimaey Island invites exploration of its historical features and scenic surroundings, offering a glimpse into its fascinating past. The fort is in a picturesque bayside area and boasts stunning vistas. It's steeped in history and a testament to the island's resilience.

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

Laugavegur is the main shopping street in Reykjavík, renowned for its boutiques, restaurants, and bars. Laugavegur Street is Reykjavik's main shopping and cultural artery, bustling with activit

Photo by Regína Hrönn Ragnarsdóttir Borgarvirki is a volcanic plug in North Iceland that historically has been used as a fortress. The best way to visit Borgarvirki is on a relaxed self drive tour.

Seltjarnarnes is a township in the Reykjavik district. It has a population of about 4600 people and land-wise it is the smallest township in the country (2 km²). It is situated at the tip of the peninsula of the same name.  While in the area, learn more about Reykjavik on a city tour. The area a

The Westfjords are the westernmost part of Iceland and an unspoilt region of incredible beauty. They are home to some of the country’s most dramatic natural gems and, being off-the-beaten-track attr

Krýsuvíkurbjarg is a bird cliff on the Reykjanes Peninsula. It can be spelt Krísuvíkurbjarg, Krísuvíkurberg, or Krýsuvíkurberg. Explore this area while on a self drive tour in Iceland. Photo abov

The Nordic House (Est. 1968) is a cultural institution and exhibition space in Reykjavík which aims to nurture cultural connectivity between Iceland and Scandinavia. Visit this Scandinavia-inspire

The Wilderness Center, or "Óbyggðasetrið" in Icelandic, is a highland adventure hub in East Iceland. This travel center and accommodation caters to those with a passion for the surrounding wild natu

The vast Eldhraun lava field (“Fire Lava“), in the south of the Icelandic highlands, was created during the Lakagigar crater eruption. It's one of the greatest eruptions in recorded history and