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A red cliff and cave in Krýsuvík

A Guide to Krýsuvík, Iceland

Discover Krýsuvík, from Seltún’s bubbling mud pools to Lake Kleifarvatn, volcanic hiking trails and historic lava fields.

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An aerial view of Svöðufoss with greenery all around

Guide to Svöðufoss Waterfall

Fall in love with Svöðufoss Waterfall on the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, from the stunning basalt column cliff to the majestic Snæfellsjökull glacier in the background.

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Dyrhóley during sunset with blue ocean

Guide to Dyrhólaey Iceland

Explore Dyrhólaey on the south coast of Iceland, famous for its sea arch, lighthouse, puffins, and black sand beaches. Get tips on how to visit and when to go.

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the lava formation at Vatnshellir Cave

Vatnshellir Cave

Discover Vatnshellir Cave on Iceland’s Snæfellsnes Peninsula. Learn how this 8,000-year-old lava tube formed and explore its spiral staircases.

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Gerðuberg cliffs on a calm ocean

Gerðuberg Cliffs

Explore the Gerðuberg basalt cliffs on Iceland’s Snæfellsnes Peninsula. Learn how they formed, how to visit, and nearby attractions.

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the end of Snæfellsnes Peninsula by the ocean

Snæfellsnes Peninsula Itinerary

This is the perfect 2-day Snæfellsnes Peninsula itinerary. Explore black sand beaches, Kirkjufell Mountain, fishing villages, and volcanic landscapes.

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Snæfellsnes Peninsula with Snæfellsjökull in the backgroun

Guide to the Snæfellsnes Peninsula

Discover the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, or “Iceland in miniature,” from the iconic Kirkjufell to black sand beaches, lava fields, and myth-filled basalt cliffs.

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Kirkjufell mountain in the fall with greenery

Kirkjufell Mountain

Visit Kirkjufell Mountain on Iceland’s Snæfellsnes Peninsula. Discover its waterfall, Game of Thrones fame, and learn about its geology at Perlan in Reykjavík.

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a mom and daughter watching the northern lights show in Reykjavík

The best indoor northern light show in Reykjavík

Experience Iceland’s aurora culture indoors. Discover the top northern lights theatre in Reykjavík, explore aurora science, and visit Perlan’s immersive Northern Lights Show.

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Búrfell mountain in the summer with red and green tint

Guide to Búrfell Mountain Iceland

Discover Búrfell, Iceland’s flat-topped mountain above Þjórsárdalur Valley. Learn its geology, energy history, and explore related exhibits at Perlan.

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Reykjavík with Bláfjöll mountains in the background during sunset

Bláfjöll Mountains

Discover Bláfjöll, Iceland’s Blue Mountains. Explore volcanic landscapes, ski slopes, and lava fields just 30 minutes from Reykjavík, near Perlan.

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Hvannadalshnúkur with snow rushing off the peak

Guide to Hvannadalshnúkur

Learn about Hvannadalshnúkur, Iceland’s highest mountain. Discover season, route basics, weather, and glacier safety, then explore glacier science at Perlan.

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Þórólfsfell in iceland in the summer, the whole hill

Þórólfsfell Iceland

Discover Þórólfsfell, a hidden volcanic hill in Iceland’s southern highlands. Learn its geology, nearby volcanoes, and explore related exhibits at Perlan.

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Vatnafjöll volcano system iceland

Vatnafjöll Volcano

Vatnafjöll is a hidden volcanic system near Hekla. Discover lava fields, craters, and learn about Iceland’s volcanoes at Perlan in Reykjavík.

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orest Lagoon view

Your Guide to Forest Lagoon in Iceland

Immerse yourself in the secluded Forest Lagoon, nestled amidst lush Icelandic woodlands. This tranquil spot offers thermal relaxation in a stunning natural setting.

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Active volcanoes aren't the same thing as active eruptions. A volcano can be considered active even when it is not ejecting ash, rock, gases and magma, so which are active in Iceland in 2026?

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Discover the best places to see the Northern Lights in Iceland, from Jökulsárlón and Kirkjufell to Reykjavík, Þingvellir and North Iceland.

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Ice Caves From Reykjavik

Planning an ice cave trip from Reykjavik? Compare Katla, Langjökull and Vatnajökull, travel times, seasons and Perlan’s ice cave in the city.