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Lake Myvatn featuring general coastal views
Reykjahlíð featuring mist or fog and tranquil scenes
Reykjahlíð showing tranquil scenes and a lake or waterhole
Myvatn featuring mist or fog
Myvatn which includes tranquil scenes and a lake or waterhole

Reykjahlíð Attractions

It's easy to find exciting things to see and do in Reykjahlíð. Educate yourself on the local history and check out the top tourist attractions in this delightful city. Sort out your travel itinerary now so you're raring to go once you arrive.

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Reykjahlíð must see attractions

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 lake or waterhole and a sunset

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 featuring 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 featuring a cascade and mist or fog

4. 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

5. 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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Namafjall which includes a hot spring and mist or fog

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 showing a hot spring and snow

What to do in Reykjahlíð

Free Things to Do in Reykjahlíð

Leave your purse in the hotel room. It's a snap to have fun in Reykjahlíð without handing over a cent.

Lake Myvatn - Slow things down and enjoy a little time out near the water.

Grotagja Cave - Be treated to vistas that'll amaze you at this natural landscape.

Things to Do in Reykjahlíð with Kids

You'll find plenty of fun activities to do with the kids in and around Reykjahlíð. Keep the gang happy with our family friendly experiences.

 

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Myvatn showing a lake or waterhole and a sunset

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 featuring 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
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
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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
Namafjall which includes a hot spring and mist or fog

Namafjall

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

Namafjall
Sunrise in Placencia. It's been about 17 years or so since I've been there, and Placencia has gotten a lot bigger. Much has changed

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 savor 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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Frequently asked questions

Is Reykjahlíð worth visiting?
With a blend of camping and nature, there are many things to do in Reykjahlíð. When you're here, visit Krafla, a top attraction in the area.
How do I spend a day in Reykjahlíð?
Start your day with a visit to Krafla and Grotagja Cave. Then, check out other areas of Reykjahlíð for a quick bite and a little retail therapy.
What is the top tourist attraction in Reykjahlíð?
Krafla is one of the top tourist attractions in Reykjahlíð and should feature high on every itinerary of the area.
Is three days enough to stay in Reykjahlíð?
You can easily tick off top attractions like Krafla, Hverarondor Hverir and Grotagja Cave with a three-day trip to Reykjahlíð. On average, most travelers book two days here. There's plenty to experience nearby too, so stick around longer and venture to Myvatn.
What are some activities to do in Reykjahlíð with kids?
Whether you're traveling with tiny adventurers or hard-to-please teens, an itinerary filled with fun activities makes a big difference. Check out our recommendations for what to do in Reykjahlíð with kids.

What to do in Reykjahlíð for adults?
From fantastic food and cultural gems to thrilling adventures and one-of-a-kind experiences, there are plenty of fun things to do in Reykjahlíð for adults.
Are there free things to do in Reykjahlíð?
From relaxing in parks to wandering around hip neighborhoods, it's a breeze to discover free things to do in Reykjahlíð. If you're looking for inspiration, ask for recommendations from a local tour guide. Krafla is a great spot for anyone planning to save on their sightseeing activities.

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