About Reykjavik
Reykjavik is a compact, creative capital with a lively cultural scene and café culture. But the true magic lies beyond the city: the Golden Circle's geysers and waterfalls, the Blue Lagoon's geothermal waters, black sand beaches, and glacial valleys. Ice caves glow blue in winter. The northern lights dance overhead in darkness. Waterfalls thunder with power. Hot springs steam in the wilderness. Iceland feels otherworldly, a place where the Earth's raw forces are visible and visceral.
Gallery
Highlights
- 01Blue Lagoon
- 02Golden Circle
- 03Geysir Geothermal Area
- 04Gullfoss Waterfall
- 05Northern Lights
Location
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Quick Info
Best time to visit
September–March (northern lights) or June–August (midnight sun)
- Avg Temp
- 0°C / 32°F
- Language
- Icelandic
- Currency
- Icelandic Króna (ISK)
- Timezone
- UTC+0
Travel Tips
Rent a 4WD vehicle
for winter driving
Book Blue Lagoon tickets
in advance
Dress in warm, waterproof
layers
Drive carefully, conditions change
rapidly
