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Myvatn featuring mist or fog
Dimmuborgir featuring fall colors and tranquil scenes
Myvatn Nature Baths featuring a hot spring and a luxury hotel or resort as well as a small group of people
Dimmuborgir featuring tranquil scenes
Dimmuborgir

Skutustadir Attractions

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Skutustadir 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. Dettifoss

Dettifoss is a powerful tour de force with an extraordinary rush of foamy water spiraling down a cliff. The roaring waterfall drops a distance of 147 feet (45 meters) and has a width of 328 feet (100 meters). Hike around the picturesque region to reach the waterfall and admire its vastness.
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Dettifoss which includes a cascade

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. 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

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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
Hverfjall, Iceland Heavy wind and snowing force the sand and dust into the len of my camera. Still able to get a decent picture of it. #landscape #nature #nationalpark #hiking #adventure #travel #red

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

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Lake Myvatn featuring general coastal views

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Frequently asked questions

Is Skutustadir worth visiting?
Skutustadir offers an interesting mix of local charm, attractions and culture. Whether you're into history, nature or regional cuisine, there's a lot you'll find here.
How do I spend a day in Skutustadir?
Krafla and Grotagja Cave are two awesome places to begin your adventures. Be sure to explore the dining and shopping options in Skutustadir while you're here too.
What is the top tourist attraction in Skutustadir?
The top tourist attraction in Skutustadir is Krafla, so don't forget to put it on your sightseeing list.
Is three days enough to stay in Skutustadir?
Three days will be enough time to check out some popular city highlights, such as Krafla, Hverarondor Hverir and Grotagja Cave. The average stay in Skutustadir is two days. If you have the time to extend your break, Myvatn isn't far away.
What are some activities to do in Skutustadir with kids?
Whether you're vacationing with young explorers or adventure-seeking teens, a fun-filled itinerary makes all the difference. Check out our recommendations for what to do in Skutustadir with kids.

What to do in Skutustadir for adults?
Adults of all ages will have lots of things to do in Skutustadir. Whether you're into history, art, adventure or just love exploring new destinations, there's something here for everyone.
Are there free things to do in Skutustadir?
From relaxing in parks to strolling around vibrant neighborhoods, it's a breeze to find free things to do in Skutustadir. If you need new ideas, ask a local tour guide for some tips. Krafla is a must for anyone planning to save on their traveling adventures.

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