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Iceland is popularly known as the island of fire and ice. At present, it’s one of the world’s topmost travel destinations, where tourists can experience thrill and adventure. Despite the seismic activities like volcanoes which reshaped several parts of the country, it has turned mayhem to its advantage. You’ll discover geysers, ice fields, fjords, glaciers, and hot springs mostly.
But before you put it on your travel bucket list to explore more of Iceland, here are the top tourist attractions in Iceland that are a must-watch. Let’s see what are those best of Iceland which every tourist should never miss.
Blue Lagoon is a large geothermal pool which is located in the Reykjanes peninsula of Iceland. The pool got supplied excess water from the Svartsengi power plant. The water is full of minerals like Silica and Sulphur which are good for your skin. That’s what makes Blue Lagoon so popular.
Best route- approx. 20km from Keflavik International Airport
Self-drive- take Highway 41 to Highway 43
Price-53000 Icelandic crowns for 2
Things to see and do
Go under waterfall
Visit relaxation area
Visit steam cave
Try local food at Moss or Lava restaurants
It’s a route between 3 major attractions, namely, Thingvellir National Park, Gullfoss Waterfall, and Geysir. The Golden Circle is within reach and it takes only a day to do the whole tour. In addition to this, you get to visit and see loads of interesting sites that build your curiosity for this place.
Best time to visit: Spring and fall
Things to do and see:
Visit Pingvellir National Park
Visit Geysir Goethermal Area
Visit Gullfoss Waterfall
Iceland’s South Shore is beautiful enough to attract millions of tourists each year. The South Shore is linked with various remarkable and magical destinations. It includes bright picturesque waterfalls, the black beach, glaciers, and sand beaches.
Best time to visit: July and August
Things to do and see:
Reykjavik
The blue lagoon
Thingvellir National Park
Kerio Crater Lake
The glimmering northern lights over Lake Myvatn have been attracting and mesmerizing tourists for a long time. It’s also known as Aurora Borealis that appears due to the collision of electrically charged particles coming from the sun with the highest air particles. However, the only thing to keep in mind is that this phenomenon will occur when the conditions are right.
Best time to visit: between October to March
Things to do and see:
Cross-country skiing
Husky safari
Gazing wonderment of nature
Porsmork is a mountain ridge that is located in the southern part of Iceland. It translates to “Thor’s Woods” which is kept in the name of “Norse God Thor” This beautiful place combines with other characteristics of Iceland like black sand, lush woodlands, and Icelandic Highlands. Hence, it’s a true paradise for hikers.
Best time to visit: summer
Things to do and see:
Hiking
Trekking
Jeep day tour
Downtown Reykjavik may not be a metropolis but it's certainly a charm of Iceland. Travels often describe it as a quirky and cool place for food lovers. If you are traveling to explore Iceland’s gorgeous nature, then don’t forget to wander in this city. You will find there are plenty of things to do and see in this awe-inspiring city.
Best time to visit: June to August
Things to do and see:
Laugardalur Park
Videy Island
Lake Tjornin
Goethermal area Krysuvik
Nautholsvik Goethermal Beach
It’s a tourist route that lies in the northern part of Iceland. It is connected with the 3 most beautiful attractions, namely, Lake Myvatn, Asbyrgi Canyon, and Dettifoss Waterfall. The diamond circle is 190 miles long, so you have to either self-drive or take a day tour service to get there. Once you reach here, you are free to explore the mesmerizing beauty of the main attractions.
Best time to visit- summer
Things to do and see:
Goðafoss waterfall - the Waterfall of the Gods.
Lake Mývatn
Mt. Námafjall and the boiling mud pools
Jökulsárgljúfur canyon - Dettifoss waterfall
The village of Vik lies in the southernmost part of Iceland that is 180 km from Reykjavik. Vik beach is considered one among top most beautiful beaches in the world by “Islands Magazine” The western cliff acts as a home to many seabird species like puffins. Since it gets stormy and wild sometimes, you need to take extra care while visiting the beach.
Best time to visit: summer and winter
Things to do and see:
Reynisfjara Beach
Black sand beach
Myrdalsjokull Glacier
It’s a preservation area that’s an essential part of Vatnajokull National Park. The area is best known for its sunny summer days and mild climate days. Tourists usually visit Skaftafell for camping and hiking. It would be interesting to see the famous waterfall (Black Fall) and hearing the melody of birds when you arrive in this region. Other than this, you will see wild mammals like mink, Arctic fox living here.
Best time to visit: July, August, and June
Things to do and see:
Svinafell Glacier
Svartifoss Waterfall
Lac Polaire
Flaajokull Glacier
Akureyri is the second-most populous city in Iceland and a hotspot for tourists. It’s an important Icelandic fishing center and port. The climate here is relatively mild and ice-free. Undoubtedly, the city has a rich and bright culture. That’s what makes it a host of several festivals.
Best time to visit: Mid-May to August
Things to do and see:
Visit the Laufas Turf Houses
Go Horseback Riding
Go Whale Watching
Go to Arctic Botanical
These are some of the best places to visit in Iceland.