Things to do in Iceland, Iceland: The Best Points of Interest & Landmarks

April 20, 2022 Nobuko Falco

Iceland (/ˈaɪslənd/ ( listen); Icelandic: Ísland, pronounced [ˈistlant]) is a Nordic island country in the North Atlantic, with a population of 348,580 and an area of 103,000 km (40,000 sq mi), making it the most sparsely populated country in Europe. The capital and largest city is Reykjavík. Reykjavík and the surrounding areas in the southwest of the country are home to over two-thirds of the population.
Restaurants in Iceland

1. Fellsfjara

Diamond Head Drive Glacier Lagoon Jokulsarlon, Jokulsarlon Iceland
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5.0 based on 713 reviews

Fellsfjara

Reviewed By 420jessicah - London, United Kingdom

I was so looking forward to this, and it certainly did not disappoint. Beautiful beach with gorgeous icebergs and black sand. Quite busy at the main part, but as soon as you start walking down the beach you're alone.

2. Perlan

Varmahlid 1 Oskjuhlid, Reykjavik 105 Iceland +354 566 9000 [email protected] http://www.perlan.is/
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4.5 based on 2,446 reviews

Perlan

Perlan is a must-visit landmark and Nature Exploratorium. In our Wonders of Iceland exhibitions, you learn all about Icelandic nature in interactive and fun ways. Natural wonders come alive at your fingertips – volcanoes, northern lights, glaciers, ocean-life, seabirds, and so much more. You explore a real ice cave, sit back in a first-class Planetarium, have fun with interactive displays, and enjoy views all over Reykjavík city. You can catch our Áróra Planetarium show on the half hour in the English language and on the full hour in Icelandic from 10:30 AM until 5:30 PM, every day! On Perlan’s top floor, there is a café and fantastic views. (Free parking).

Reviewed By 539BarbaraS539

Visited on a free evening in Reykjavik, great planetarium show, also interesting exhibitions about Icelandic flora and fauna, geology and an ice cave, estaurant and bar at the top of the dome giving great views over the city, restaurant revolves so get a 360 degree view, worth visiting, interesting for children, lots of engaging activities

3. Dyrholaey

Vik Iceland +354 487 1480
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4.5 based on 1,876 reviews

Dyrholaey

Peninsula of volcanic origin.

Reviewed By bjnomads - Beijing, China

Worth the drive up the top, especially on sunny days, for great views of Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach and the sea stacks which are directly to the west of the promontory.

4. Eiriksstadir

Eiriksstadir, Budardalur 371 Iceland +354 899 7111 [email protected] http://www.eiriksstadir.is/
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4.5 based on 96 reviews

Eiriksstadir

In Eiríksstadir you can travel a thousand years back in history, hear a story by the long fire and see how people lived in the times of Eric the Red.

Reviewed By 152sigridurs - Reykjavik, Iceland

We vere so very lucky to be able to visit this historical place recently. We got a private tour since they have not officially opened for this summer because of Covid-19. I am icelandic but still had not been here before. This place being the home of the icelandic Vikings, Eiríkur rauði and Leifur Eiríksson is a living museum. The longhouse restored to show us how the Vikings lived. I found it interesting that the beds were small but apparently people slept in a sitting position during these times. Our guide dressed in linien clothes and wool was very knowledgeable both regarding the history and how the Vikings lived. I totally recommend that you visit Eiríksstaðir, their location is just a short distance from Búðardalur and well marked from the main road.

5. Laugavegur

Reykjavik Iceland +354 551 3600 http://www.rvk.is
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4.5 based on 2,681 reviews

Laugavegur

Reviewed By X5484EJdons

A great street to walk and visit all of the shops, restaurants, cafes, and bars. Many souvenir shops, but also grocery stores and there is a great hardware store if that is of interest.

6. Tre Og List

Forsaeti 5, Selfoss 801 Iceland +354 486 3335 [email protected] http://www.treoglist.is
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Tre Og List

Wood&Art is an active workshop and gallery that is both preserving and adding to the history of craftsmansship and inventions on an ongoing basis. The gallery is an old barn that the couple Olafur and Bergthora remodeled in their spare time. The process from idea to finish took about four years.In Wood&Art you will find various pieces of art but also an old workshop with tools, machines and invent

7. Hveradalir

Hellisheidarvirkjun, Hveragerdi Iceland http://www.nat.is/travelguideeng/plofin_valleys_hveradalir.htm
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Hveradalir

8. Londrangar Basalt Cliffs

Roadnumber 574, Hellissandur, Snaefellsbaer 360 Iceland http://www.west.is/SeeDo/ViewAttraction/londrangar-basalt-cliffs
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Londrangar Basalt Cliffs

Reviewed By Allkuans - Singapore, Singapore

Most people would recommend this hike in one direction or the other. The most useful advice I found was parking at Malarrif and then do a return hike, ie, Malarrif-Londragar-Malarrif. However, I modified this slightly and this is my suggestion (if you are driving from Arnapstapi): 1. Park at Londrangar, walk to the viewing platform to see the basalt cliffs. 2. Drive a short distance further on to Malarrif, visit the excellent Tourist Information Centre. The toilet is open 24 hours. 3. Walk towards Londrangar as far as you wish to view the basalt cliffs, depending on your time availability. 4. Do a walk along the Malarrif beach as well. We

9. Akranes Lighthouse

Breioin, Akranes Iceland +354 894 3010 http://www.facebook.com/Akranesviti
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4.5 based on 131 reviews

Akranes Lighthouse

Reviewed By Ethelred_3

We were very lucky to be the first visitors of the day (Saturday morning, despite tripadvisor said it was closed..) We had a private tour by the friendly guardian, who came to open the gate and went on accompanying us up to the top describing the “musical” features of the lighthouse, its history and the sights. The unique construction of the lighthouse makes it perfect to propagate sounds and it’s used for in promptu concerts . Worth a try of your vocal cords!

10. Viti Crater

Road 863, Lake Myvatn Iceland http://www.visitmyvatn.is/is/ahugaverdir-stadir/viti
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Viti Crater

Reviewed By skyisblu - Montreal, Canada

An easy hike around the lip of the Viti crater, with its beautiful blue crater lake and steaming geothermal pipelines nearby. Don't be surprised if you suddenly feel like you are in the middle of a spy movie, seeking out the villain's lair! Take note: the trail will likely be muddy - REALLY muddy - so don't wear your good shoes. They will be caked in mud by the end of the hike! This is a good hike for all ages and skill levels, with no steep climbs or difficult terrain to navigate. Just follow the trampled path around the crater and back to the parking lot. Note that there are no services provided at this site.

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