If you're planning a trip to Iceland (I went in March 2025 and I highly recommend), here are some food spots, attractions, shops, and nature attractions to visit in the land of fire and ice!
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Nature
Attractions
Food Spots
Shopping
Nature
Must-see nature sights in Iceland
An epic and breathtaking sight
Skógafoss Waterfall
Home of Iceland's famous black sand and basalt columns
Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach
This sculpture represents Iceland's rich Viking history
Sun Voyager
Naturally occuring geothermal geyser that erupts about every 10 minutes
Strokkur Geyser
Go camping or drive through the countryside for the chance to catch the beautiful Northern Lights
Northern Lights
Take an ice cave tour through this famous glacial lagoon for a once in a lifetime experience
Jokulsarlon Glacier
You could spend the whole day here taking in the beautiful nature of Iceland
Vatnajökull National Park
This scenic lake surrounds a naturally-occurring volcanic crater, unique to the geography of Iceland
Kerið Crater
Attractions
Destinations you HAVE to visit on your trip to Iceland
Such a cool and immersive experience, you could spend the whole day here
Perlan Museum
Once in a lifetime opportunity to see real lava right in front of you
Lava Show
Definitely do the 7 step ritual for the best spa experience ever
Sky Lagoon
The best lagoon for the aesthetic pictures
Blue Lagoon
The most iconic sight to see in the city of Reykjavik
Hallgrimskirkja
Enjoy a drink at this bar completely made out of ice
Magic Ice Reykjavík - Ice Bar & Gallery
Food Spots
Some of the best food / restaurant recs in Iceland!
The Most Unique Ice Cream Combos
Omnom Chocolate Ice Cream Shop
High quality meals and cocktails with large, shareable portions
Sümac Grill + Drinks
Come here in the mornings for pastries and in the night for pizza and wine
BakaBaka - Reykjavík's Premier Bakery
Their fish and chips live up to the namesake - some of the best I've ever had!
Fish & Chips Reykjavik
Here you'll find the best cinnamon rolls you'll ever have
Brauð & Co
Clean and healthy sandwich and wrap options
Lemon Suðurlandsbraut
The best lamb you will ever have in your life, I swear
Potturinn og Pannan
Classic Icelandic ice cream with a wide variety of flavors
ÍSBÚD HUPPU, Reykjavik
Pub vibes with a wide variety of appetizers and bar drinks / items
Forréttabarinn
Try the famous Icelandic hot dogs!
Bæjarins Beztu Pylsur
Shopping
High-quality, luxury, nourishing skin and beauty products
Blue Lagoon Skincare
Chain grocery store with unique Icelandic groceries + snacks
Krónan
Affordable groceries, essentials, and snacks and candies unique to Iceland
Bónus Supermarket
Locally-made skincare products with natural and herbal ingredients
Herbal Apothecary
A huge mall with lots of different stores and food spots
