Best places in Iceland

Laugaland, also known as Varmaland, is a geothermal area with hot springs hidden in the beautiful region of West Iceland.  Few tours pass by Laugaland, but this shouldn't stop you from exploring the area. Travelers can add Laugaland during their private tours, such as the Tour of West Iceland from Reykjavik, Sightseeing Tour of West Iceland from Reykjavik, or this West Iceland and Ice Cave Tour.  Photo from Wikimedia, Creative Commons, by Helgi Halldorsson. No edits made.  Laugaland lies in West Iceland, at Borgarfjordur, a district and a large geothermal area in Iceland. The hot spri

Hvitserkur waterfall is a charming waterfall in West Iceland, just 22 miles (36 kilometers) north of Thingvellir National Park. The waterfall’s off-the-beaten-path location makes it ideal for travelers who want to avoid tourist crowds. Likewise, its proximity to some popular Icelandic attractions l

The Lambafellsgja fissure is an exposed narrow fissure located on a small hill in the Lambafell nature preserve on the Southern peninsula. Travelers looking for a family-friendly adventure off the to

The Gardar BA 64 is Iceland’s oldest steel ship, a former whaling and fishing vessel, now lying on the Patreksfjordur fjord shoreline in the Westfjords. Travelers wishing to see the shipwreck can tak

Graenalon glacier lagoon in Iceland, spelled Grænalón in Icelandic, is a shrinking glacier lagoon in South Iceland.  Located near Skaftafell Nature Reserve, Graenalon glacier lagoon is an excellent a

  Reydarfjordur village is a charming little village on the longest fjord of East Iceland,  known for its beautiful landscapes and rich history. Visit this beautiful Icelandic attraction on an Eastfjords tour or a self-drive adventure like this 11-Day Ring Road and Eastfjords Tour. The village is

Gluggafoss waterfall is a two-tiered waterfall located in South Iceland and is part of a series of waterfalls flowing from the Merkja river.  Travelers who love waterfalls should not miss the view of

Einhyrningur, which translates to Unicorn mountain, is an exceptional inactive volcano in the Southern Highlands of Iceland.  For those interested in hiking, photography, and sightseeing, traveling t

Yoda Cave, called Gígjagjá in Icelandic, is a natural wonder nestled in the heart of black sands and lava fields along Iceland's South Coast. The feature is named after the unusual resemblance its entrance has to Yoda from Star Wars. Yoda Cave is open all year round and is free to enter. Duri

Djupavogskorin, spelled Djúpavogskörin in Icelandic, is a lesser-known hot spring in East Iceland that’s fantastic for hot spring bathing with a middle-of-nowhere feel.  Close to the famous Ring Ro

Irafoss waterfall (spelled Íráfoss in Icelandic) is a South Iceland hidden gem that few tourists take the time to visit.  Some local horseback tours swing by the falls, or you can add an Irafoss wate

Rjukandi waterfall is one of the tallest waterfalls in Iceland, easily accessible from the Ring Road. Explore this breathtaking attraction by taking a self-drive tour in Northeast Iceland. Travelers can add a quick stop at the waterfall on this 11-Day Self-Drive Tour of the Ring Road and Eastfjords

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 Westfjords. Hotel Flokalundur welcomes all visitors and makes a great place to hang your hat and kick up your feet while exploring the region. Check out this customizable eight-day summer self-drive tour and add a stop-off in Flokalundur village. Flokalundur village is small yet has a few attractions that anyone would be lucky to enjoy, including genuine Icelandic fare and hospitality. It’s close to the

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

Grimsfjall hot spring is an off-the-beaten-track bathing area near the Grimsvotn volcano in the Vatnajokull National Park.  Intrepid travelers with hiking experience can visit the bathing area indepe

Svortuloft, spelled Svörtuloft in Icelandic, is a 2.5-mile (4-kilometer) long pitch-black coastal cliff with a bright orange lighthouse situated at the western tip of the Snaefellsnes Peninsula in W

Bolafjall is a mountain peak you can drive up in Bolungarvik in the Westfjords, offering incredible views across Isafjardardjup fjord and its surrounding mountain ranges. Enjoy the freedom of a custo

Blahylur lake, spelled Bláhylur in Icelandic and also known as Hnausapollur, is a stunning crater lake in the Southern Highlands. Blahylur was formed during an immense volcanic eruption in 871, just