What to do in Reykjahlíð

Activities, attractions and tours

Reykjahlíð
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Myvatn featuring mist or fog
Myvatn showing a lake or waterhole and tranquil scenes

Places to Visit in Reykjahlíð

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Top places to visit

1. Lake Myvatn

Discover a lunar-like landscape of craters, geothermal caves, bubbling mud pools, sulphur springs and twisted rock formations when you explore the area around Lake Myvatn. This large body of fresh water was formed more than 2,000 years ago by a massive eruption, and the surroundings are still volcanically active.
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Myvatn showing a sunset and a lake or waterhole

2. Myvatn Nature Baths

Mývatn Nature Baths consists of a lagoon fed by natural hot springs amid picturesque terrain. Feel rising jets of vapor engulf you in the steam room, before you relax in the warm waters of the vast pool. The baths draw hot water from a depth of 8,200 feet (2,500 meters) below the ground.
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Myvatn Nature Baths showing a hot spring and a luxury hotel or resort as well as a small group of people

3. Godafoss

One of Iceland’s most famous attractions, Godafoss is a glorious arch of falls with a width of 98 feet (30 meters). The roar of the line of water smashing through the river surface below is as loud as the waterfall is picturesque. Clamber over precarious rocks for a view from above the falls.
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Godafoss which includes a cascade and mist or fog

4. Namafjall

The steamy jets and barren hills of Námafjall are reminiscent of an apocalyptic scene from a movie. Some compare the experience to walking on a distant planet, due to its strong smell of sulfur and lack of any vegetation. Spot the many fumaroles and bubbling mud pits that give this region its otherworldly character.
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Get used to the overpowering odor of sulfur in this unearthly place, where steam hisses, mud bubbles and hot water accumulates.

5. Dimmuborgir

The lava fields of Dimmuborgir are known for their otherworldly shapes and formations. Since its volcanic caves resemble collapsed human ruins, the site was given the Icelandic name for “Dark Forts.” It is a unique structure in the world, as the only known site with this type of landmass.
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Dimmuborgir showing caves

6. Krafla Volcano

Krafla Volcano is a type of collapsed volcano, known as a caldera. See the hardened lava, stemming from one of Iceland’s most remarkable and active volcanoes, stretching across 12 miles (19 kilometers) of spectacular terrain. Its highest peak reaches a height of 2,683 feet (818 meters) and its depth sinks to 1.2 miles (2 kilometers).
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Krafla Volcano featuring a hot spring and snow

What to do in Reykjahlíð

Discover the most popular places to visit in Reykjahlíð

Myvatn showing a sunset and a lake or waterhole

Lake Myvatn

Explore the caves, craters, lava fields and curiously shaped rock formations at this volcanic wonderland in the north of Iceland.

Lake Myvatn
Myvatn Nature Baths showing a hot spring and a luxury hotel or resort as well as a small group of people

Myvatn Nature Baths

Relax with a massage in the geothermal pools and enjoy a bath over natural steam jets in this scenic site.

Myvatn Nature Baths
Namafjall

Namafjall

Get used to the overpowering odor of sulfur in this unearthly place, where steam hisses, mud bubbles and hot water accumulates.

Namafjall
Dimmuborgir showing caves

Dimmuborgir

Make your way around this strange world of bubbles and hollow castles formed millennia ago by lava beside a lake.

Dimmuborgir
Hverfjall Crater

Hverfjall Crater

Explore the great outdoors at Hverfjall Crater, a lovely green space in Skutustadir. Wander the area's lakeside or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Hverfjall Crater
Grotagja Cave

Grotagja Cave

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Grotagja Cave during your travels in Reykjahlíð. Stroll along the area's lakeside or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.

Grotagja Cave

Hverarondor Hverir

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Hverarondor Hverir during your travels in Myvatn. Wander the area's lakeside or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Hverarondor Hverir

Pseudo Craters

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Pseudo Craters during your travels in Skutustadir. Stroll along the area's lakeside or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Pseudo Craters

 

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Day trip destinations from Reykjahlíð

Myvatn Nature Baths showing a hot spring and a luxury hotel or resort as well as a small group of people

Myvatn

Frequently asked questions

Is Reykjahlíð worth visiting?
Renowned for its camping and nature, discovering awesome things to do in Reykjahlíð is a cinch. Make sure to add Hverarondor Hverir to your itinerary when here.
How do I spend a day in Reykjahlíð?
Krafla and Grotagja Cave are two great places to kick-start your sightseeing adventures. Be sure to explore the dining and retail options in Reykjahlíð while you're there too.
What is the top tourist attraction in Reykjahlíð?
Don't leave without exploring Hverarondor Hverir, rated the top tourist attraction in Reykjahlíð.
Is three days enough to stay in Reykjahlíð?
You can easily enjoy popular attractions like Hverarondor Hverir, Krafla and Grotagja Cave with a three-day trip to Reykjahlíð. On average, many travellers book two days here. There's plenty to see and do nearby too, so stay a while longer and venture to Myvatn.
What are some activities to do in Reykjahlíð with kids?
If you are after activities and sights for all of your group, have a look at these fantastic ideas for what to do in Reykjahlíð with kids.

What to do in Reykjahlíð for adults?
Adults of all ages will have lots of things to do in Reykjahlíð. Whether you're into culture, outdoor pursuits or just love discovering new places, there's something here for everyone.
Are there free things to do in Reykjahlíð?
From relaxing in parks to wandering around exciting neighbourhoods, it's easy to find free things to do in Reykjahlíð. If you're looking for inspiration, ask a local tour guide for recommendations. Hverarondor Hverir is a must for anyone wanting to save on their travel adventures.