Nature adventures
Head out among glaciers, volcanic ground and waterfalls that change the scale of everything around you.
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Reykjavik
Your guide to Reykjavik
A small capital, enormous nature.
Reykjavik is the perfect base for Iceland. From here you can reach waterfalls, black beaches and geothermal baths, while always staying close to a really good café.
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Geothermal baths
Let your body unwind in warm, mineral-rich water after a day out in Iceland's nature.
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Whale watching
Meet the giants of the sea on a boat trip from Reykjavik, with a chance to see whales and seabirds.
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Best June–August
8–15 °CCool and changeable all year. Dress in layers and expect wind.
Current currency
kr
Icelandic króna
1 ISK to SEKThe rate is updated every hour. Always check the current rate before you travel.
Don't miss
See Iceland's classic trio: Thingvellir, the mighty Gullfoss waterfall and the geysers at Geysir.
Bathe in milky-blue geothermal water surrounded by black lava rock and steaming landscapes.
Follow the forecast out of the city lights and look for green veils across the Icelandic night.
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The big and the small
Five sights
you won't want to miss.
Hallgrímskirkja
Reykjavik's striking church towers over the city, with views from the top.
Harpa
A shimmering harbourside concert hall with a façade inspired by basalt crystals.
Sun Voyager
A waterfront steel sculpture that catches the morning light against the outline of Mount Esja.
Perlan
A domed museum with an observation deck and exhibitions on Iceland's nature.
The Old Harbour
A lively harbour with cafés, restaurants and boats heading out into the bay.