These are my personal Iceland picks, everything from breathtaking sights to simple, satisfying stops.
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Nature
Hotels
Rental Car
Activities
Restaurants
Check out these restaurants if you're visiting Iceland!
Perfect spot to unwind after a day at the Blue Lagoon. A bit pricey, but with one Michelin star, it’s an experience worth having
Moss Restaurant
Charming coffee shop that’s in a school bus! If you’re visiting Vik and need a morning cup of coffee make sure you stop by!
SKOOL BEANS. The original Skool bus cafe & micro roaster… & sometimes a cat! LOCATED IN VIK!
Perfect spot after exploring Vik’s black sand beach. The soup is incredible and you get a free refill!
The Soup Company
Cozy café perfect for a quick break
Kaffi Kyrrð – The Coffee Shop
Perfect pit stop for a quick bite grab a burger and fries before you hit the road again
Grill 66 (@grill66.is)
Charming little shack serving delicious crepes. The Nutella Banana and Prince Polo were our favorites and the setting is picture-perfect.
Crepes.is | Vík
Nature
Check out these scenic points if you're visiting Iceland!
Absolutely breathtaking. This Icelandic waterfall lets you walk behind it, an experience you won’t forget.
The spectacular Skógafoss Waterfall in South-Iceland and the Legend of ...
Highly recommend this tour for anyone wanting to see puffins. Family-run with a knowledgeable, friendly guide. The experience includes a drive through sandy dunes and a walk to the cliffs, where puffins rest and soar overhead.
Ingólfshöfði Puffin Tour
Stunning waterfall worth the stop
Gullfoss Waterfall Travel Guide
A famous beachside landmark that’s even more impressive in person. If the tide is low, you can walk right up to it for a closer look.
Hvitserkur Rock Travel Guide
Beautiful waterfall to stop at on your way around Iceland
Glanni Waterfall in Nordura river
Scenic waterfall worth visiting
Kolugljúfur Canyon - Iceland Travel Guide
Hotels
Check out these hotels if you're visiting Iceland!
Beautiful hotel just a short walk from the Blue Lagoon. A bit pricey, but the room was excellent and guests get access to a private lagoon separate from the main Blue Lagoon.
Book Your Room at Silica Hotel
One of the most beautiful hotels I’ve stayed at. The views were phenomenal, the room and staff were fantastic, and there’s even an outdoor hot tub for guests.
Siglo Hotel
Great hotel option in Vik. Affordable, just a short drive from the city center and black sand beach, with a breakfast buffet included for guests.
Hotel Katla – Vik i Myrdal
Cozy hotel tucked away in the middle of nowhere. Reached via a dirt road, it offers a sauna, bar, and morning breakfast in the lobby.
Tindasel Lodge
Rental Car
We used Blue Car Rental for our trip around the island. Pickup and drop-off were simple, as they’re within walking distance of the airport and provide clear instructions. A great add-on I highly recommend is their 5G portable hotspot, we had Wi-Fi ac...
Blue Car Rental Iceland
Activities
Great spot to unwind. Multiple geothermal baths at varying temperatures, plus a sauna, steam room, and cold plunge. Highly recommend.
Krauma
This place needs no introduction. A must visit stop for anyone traveling to Iceland.
