Visit Iceland's main attractions
No matter the time of year, there's something for everyone in Iceland. To experience the best of Iceland's tourist attractions, it's ideal to do a road trip or guided small group tour around the entire country. On a journey of 10 days or longer around the famous Ring Road (Route 1) you can experience dramatically shifting landscapes, from mossy lava fields and rocky sea cliffs to volcanic black sand beaches and moonlike geothermal areas.
Here are the types of attractions you can experience in each region of Iceland:
- South Iceland is famous for its "fire and ice" attractions, including Þingvellir National Park, Vatnajökull glacier, the Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon, the gorgeous coastline near Vík and numerous waterfalls including Seljalandsfoss, Gullfoss and Skógafoss.
- East Iceland is characterised by tranquil fjord scenery, herds of wild reindeer and colourful fishing villages, including the artsy town of Seyðisfjörður.
- North Iceland is best known for its charming town of Akureyri, the whale watching village of Húsavík and the volcanic craters and steaming hot springs near Lake Mývatn.
- West Iceland is quiet and mountainous, with the focal point being the landscapes of Snæfellsjökull National Park on the Snæfellsnes peninsula. You'll soon find out why it is nicknamed Iceland in miniature.
- The West Fjords is Iceland's most remote region, with small fishing villages, quirky museums, wonderful bird watching cliffs and narrow, fjord-hugging roads.
To visit Iceland's main attractions at your own pace, as well as discover some hidden gems along the way, we recommend a self-drive tour. However, it's possible to experience many of Iceland's most famous sights, including the Blue Lagoon and Golden Circle route, during a short break in Reykjavík or on a guided tour.
Guided excursions from the capital city are available year-round, even at Christmastime. Within Reykjavík itself there are numerous things to see and do, including thermal pools, whale watching cruises, northern lights tours, interactive museums and more.
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