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Planning a trip to Iceland

How many days are enough for a trip around Iceland? Depending on how many days you‘re planning, what travel type you are, whom you are traveling with as well as the season you are traveling in, you might need some ideas.  

Somebody Feed Phil Foodtrail in Iceland

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LGBT+ Travel in Iceland

Volcanic eruption on the Reykjanes Peninsula

16 places of Character and Charm to eat for Every Corner of Iceland

How to Get to Iceland

It’s snow outside: Winter activities for beginners and pros 

Minibreak North Iceland

Reykjavík on the Rocks - Five geosites in the Capital Region

Nature's Alchemy: Exploring Iceland's geosites

Iceland for lovebirds

How to capture the Northern lights with a smartphone

6 Unforgettable riding tours in Iceland

The Reykjavík Triangle of Hot Resorts

Volcanoes of Iceland

What to wear in Iceland

New destinations in 2024

Mapping the best places for food and drink in Reykjavik

How to practice your hobby in Iceland

A day-trip from Reykjavík: Discover the Whale Fjord

Key Locations for Viking History in Iceland

Iceland's Three UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Incredible travel experiences money can indeed buy

Around Iceland in 14 days

Sustainability travel tips

Dalvík and Around: Ride Fjords and Moutains In Every Season

Safe travel in Iceland

Arctic Coast Way

The Diamond Circle

Vatnajökull National Park

Famous film sights in Iceland

VOLCANIC ACTIVITY ON THE REYKJANES PENINSULA

Since 2021, the Reykjanes Peninsula has witnessed a surge in seismic activity, including several volcanic eruptions. Despite this, Iceland has remained a safe and open destination for travelers. For a detailed look into the recent volcanic activities and their safety implications, the Icelandic Meteorological Office offers insights through this informative video.

Embark on the journey of a lifetime in Iceland!

With our new interactive map feature, you can easily plan every step of your adventure. From cozy accommodations to unforgettable activities, the possibilities are endless. Dream big, plan smart, and chart your path with our personalized itinerary feature. Make the most of every moment in Iceland!

Take the Icelandic Pledge

Are you visiting Iceland? Be a responsible tourist and take the Icelandic pledge. Encourage your friends to do the same!

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Regions of Iceland

Iceland is typically divided into 7 different geographical regions. Each region differs slightly in respect to culture and landscapes, but are uniquely Icelandic. Find your favorite part of Iceland.

Iceland is a popular travel destination. Sometimes, certain places can be busier than others. Skip the hectic tourist traffic at the most popular destinations and plan your trip to make the most of your time in Iceland. Use our tourist counter to see peak visitor times and plan accordingly. 

Appreciate our towns & villages

Did you know that there are over 100 towns and villages to explore throughout Iceland? We encourage you to stop and look into these charming, beautiful, and often quirky places. History, art, nature, local cuisine, and year-round swimming pools abound. You might be surprised at what you find!

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New Visit Iceland website

The Icelandic Tourist Board and Business Iceland, with support from the Ministry of Industry and the Ministry of Innovation, have been working on the restoration of VisitIceland.com in recent months. The website was introduced in connection with the Vestnorden travel conference that took place in Reykjanes this week. The site's content has been reorganized considerably, and information to tourists has been greatly improved, with increased material. The collaborative project on renewing the website is for three years, and the opening of the new page is just the beginning of that process. Continuous changes and improvements to the website may be expected in the coming years.

Changes on the web

Among the changes on the web is a newly added carbon calculator that enables tourists to calculate the carbon footprint in connection with the trip to Iceland and then to equalize their carbon footprint using the assistance of companies that specialize in it. The newly added feature can be seen, by clicking here . In addition, visitor numbers of popular tourist sites can be seen, making it easier for tourists to plan their trip and distribute visits better. It enhances the sustainability of destinations and improves the overall tourist experience. The visitor numbers can be seen here .

To support the project, the Icelandic Tourist Board hired four individuals to work in content creation, all over the country in jobs without a location. They will continue to build and improve the web in collaboration with other stakeholders. Articles from the web can be read below:

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Welcome to Iceland

There are currently no travel restrictions due to COVID-19 in Iceland, neither domestically nor at the border.

Finally the time has come that all travel restrictions have been lifted in Iceland, both domestically and at the border. Thereby all rules regarding limitations on social gatherings and school operations as well as the quarantine requirement for those infected by COVID-19 are removed.

Additionally, no disease prevention measures will be in place at the border, regardless of whether individuals are vaccinated or unvaccinated.

For further information please read the full  Government‘s press release . Information about testing due to symptoms .

Please note that visa requirements may apply.

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Vatnajökull National Park

Vast, varied and spectacular, Vatnajökull National Park was founded in 2008, when authorities created a megapark by joining the 8300-sq-km Vatnajökull ice…

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Snæfellsnes Peninsula

Snæfellsjökull National Park encompasses much of the western tip of Snæfellsnes Peninsula, and wraps around the rugged slopes of the glacier…

Hornstrandir Nature Reserve

The Westfjords

Craggy mountains, precarious sea cliffs and plunging waterfalls make up Hornstrandir, one of Europe’s last true wilderness areas, covering some of the…

Tumbling in a broad sweep over a 100m-rocky scarp at the head of Dynjandivogur bay, Dynjandi is the most dramatic waterfall in the Westfjords. The bumpy…

The Golden Circle

One of Iceland’s most famous tourist attractions, Geysir (gay-zeer; literally ‘gusher’) is the original hot-water spout after which all other geysers are…

Þingvellir National Park

The world’s oldest parliament, Althingi (pronounced ál-thingk-ee; also called Alþing) was uniquely situated at this monumental site where two tectonic…

Alþingi Site

Near the dramatic Almannagjá fault and fronted by a boardwalk is the Lögberg (Law Rock), where the Alþingi (Parliament) convened annually. This was where…

Tectonic Plates

The Þingvellir plain is situated on a tectonic-plate boundary where North America and Europe are tearing away from each other at a rate of 1mm to 18mm per…

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Eiríksstaðir Reconstruction

West Iceland

The farm Eiríksstaðir was home to Eiríkur Rauðe (Erik the Red), father of Leifur Eiríksson, the first European to visit America. Although only a faint…

North Iceland

The tiny rocky islet of Drangey (drown-gay), in the middle of Skagafjörður, is a dramatic flat-topped mass of volcanic tuff with 180m-high sheer…

Arctic Henge

The striking stone arches of Arctic Henge are the darling of many a brochure, and in real life they live up to the exalted mood. The massive stone circle…

Borgarbyggð

The Langjökull ice cap is the second largest glacier in Iceland, and the closest major glacier to Reykjavík. It's accessed from the 4WD Kaldidalur or…

More than 400 buildings lie buried under lava from the 1973 eruption, and on the edge of the flow ‘Pompeii of the North’ is a museum revolving around one…

Hekla Volcano

One of Iceland's most active volcanoes, Hekla stands at 1491m, and has erupted 20 times since 874, most recently in the year 2000. In a 4x4, it's possible…

Aurora Reykjavík

Learn about the classical tales explaining the Northern Lights, and the scientific explanation, then watch a 35-minute surround-sound panoramic high…

Dimmuborgir

Mývatn Region

The giant jagged lava field at Dimmuborgir (literally ‘Dark Castles’) is one of the most fascinating flows in the country. A series of nontaxing, colour…

Perlan's mirrored dome, designed by Ingimundur Sveinsson, covers huge geothermal-water tanks some 2km from the city centre. Inside, the Wonders of Iceland…

Hótel Rangá

Just south of the Ring Road, 8km east of Hella, Hótel Rangá, with its stuffed polar bear in the lobby, looks like a log cabin but caters to Iceland’s high…

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When traveling in Iceland, pay attention to its place names, you may even recognise one from the Icelandic sagas. Read on to find out how to learn more.

Things to Know

Plan the perfect visit to Iceland with these top tips on packing, the environment and local etiquette.

Transportation

It may be small but Iceland can be mightily difficult to get around. The scale and savagery of the landscape make traveling tricky – here's how to do it.

Visa Requirements

It depends on your citizenship. Read on to find out if you need a visa to visit Iceland, and more information if you do (and even if you don’t).

Money and Costs

Make your krónur go further in Iceland with these budget tips.

Best Road Trips

Experience Iceland's incredible landscape and stunning small towns on one of our favorite Icelandic road trips.

Traveling with Kids

Don't let Iceland's wild terrain fool you – there are lots of amazing attractions here for kids of all ages. Here's how to plan a family trip to Iceland.

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Volcanic activity and earthquakes in Reykjanes

Travelers are advised to show caution and check information for safety., april 18-19, 2024: risk of avalanche.

Considerable – very high avalanche danger in mountains in Tröllaskagi peninsula. High risk that people traveling in steep terrain will trigger large avalanches. Outdoor enthusiasts are asked to be careful and not to travel where the snow conditions are unsafe. Monitor conditions on https://en.vedur.is/avalanches/forecast

April 2024: Eruption north of Grindavík

Roads to Grindavík are closed for all traffic except for inhabitants in the town, employees of companies and response units. Others are kindly asked to respect the closures, and stay away from the area.

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Eruptions and earthquakes in Reykjanes peninsula

Fagradalsfjall eruption area eruption area close to grindavík, good preparation is the key to successful travel.

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