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10 Things To Do In Reykjavik

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The 10 most popular things to do in and around Reykjavik. Day trips, geothermal spas, whale watching and aurora hunts, all within reach of the capital.

10 Things To Do In Reykjavik

Reykjavik: Golden Circle Full-Day Tour with Kerid Crater

Reykjavik: Golden Circle Full-Day Tour with Kerid Crater - Getting Oriented Fast in Reykjavik: Pickup vs. Meeting Point

1.Reykjavik: Golden Circle Full-Day Tour with Kerid Crater

Most Popular★ 4.8

Reykjavik Golden Circle day trip with Geysir, Gullfoss, Þingvellir, and Kerið crater. English guide, timed stops, great value.

“The trip was excellent. The guide Jessica was fun and her stories were so interesting about each place we stopped and general interesting facts of Iceland. I would add at least 15 minutes more in each stop. It was all so beautiful. Our driver was awesome Lukas. Thanks so much.”

24,485 reviews7 - 8.5 hoursFrom $82by BusTravel Iceland

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Iceland: Northern Lights Bus Tour from Reykjavik

Iceland: Northern Lights Bus Tour from Reykjavik - From Reykjavik Brightness to Dark Skies: How Stops Help

2.Iceland: Northern Lights Bus Tour from Reykjavik

★ 4.1

A 4-hour Reykjavik bus tour to chase the aurora borealis, with dark-sky stops and a free retry if you miss it.

“We unfortunately did not see the northern lights the first 2 nights but saw them the third! It was absolutely incredible! What a beautiful phenomenon. So pleased with the tour, especially giving a free ticket for the next day if you fail to see the lights on your initial booking.”

11,161 reviewsFrom $73by Northern Lights Bus

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Reykjavík: South Coast Waterfalls, Black Sand & Glacier Tour

Reykjavík: South Coast Waterfalls, Black Sand & Glacier Tour - Seljalandsfoss from the back side: when the spray is your souvenir

3.Reykjavík: South Coast Waterfalls, Black Sand & Glacier Tour

★ 4.8

A full-day South Coast tour from Reykjavík: waterfalls, black sand at Reynisfjara, and a close look at Sólheimajökull’s glacier snout.

“The tour was very relaxing. There’s so much to see from the bus, let alone the stops. Our guide, Andrea, was really lovely and very informative. She knew so much about Iceland and could answer any questions. Warm, friendly, and very approachable. We would’ve liked a little bit more time to have walked up to…”

11,030 reviews10 hoursFrom $126by BusTravel Iceland

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Reykjavík: Whale Watching and Marine Life Cruise

Reykjavík: Whale Watching and Marine Life Cruise - Species you should actually expect to spot

From Reykjavik: Golden Circle, Kerid, & Secret Lagoon Tour

From Reykjavik: Golden Circle, Kerid, & Secret Lagoon Tour - Secret Lagoon hot springs: the stop you’ll remember

5.From Reykjavik: Golden Circle, Kerid, & Secret Lagoon Tour

★ 4.8

Full-day Golden Circle bus from Reykjavik: Secret Lagoon swim, Strokkur geyser, Gullfoss, Þingvellir and Kerið crater for $132.

“It was amazing! Loved the secret lagoon. It was so nice to be able to nap on the bus and wake up at a new, beautiful view stress-free. It was a full day, with so many beautiful sights in Iceland! We loved our guide, Jessica. She was funny and kind, telling us about all the…”

6,009 reviews10 hoursFrom $132by BusTravel Iceland

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Iceland South Coast Full Day Small-Group Tour from Reykjavik

Iceland South Coast Full Day Small-Group Tour from Reykjavik - Your Sprinter Ride: Pickup, Wi‑Fi, and How Packed You’ll Feel

Small-Group Golden Circle, Blue Lagoon with Ticket & Kerid Crater

Small-Group Golden Circle, Blue Lagoon with Ticket & Kerid Crater - Price and What You’re Really Buying for $249

7.Small-Group Golden Circle, Blue Lagoon with Ticket & Kerid Crater

★ 5.0

Small-group Golden Circle plus Blue Lagoon Comfort with Kerid Crater entry and hotel pickup, all in an 11-hour day.

“A brilliant day out !! Our guide Laurie was a great guy, very helpful and informative. It’s a long day at nearly 12 hours but well worth it as you see and do so much. Blue Lagoon was very special. Highly recommend this tour”

5,631 reviews11 hours (approx.)From $249.00by Nicetravel ehf

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Golden Circle Classic Day Tour from Reykjavik

Golden Circle Classic Day Tour from Reykjavik - Thingvellir National Park: the rift valley where politics happened

8.Golden Circle Classic Day Tour from Reykjavik

★ 4.5

A guided Golden Circle day trip from Reykjavik to Thingvellir, Geysir, Strokkur, and Gullfoss with coach pickup, WiFi, and smart pacing.

“I booked this tour fresh off the flight and I'm glad I did. The tour guide Flosi was very kind and informative. He gave us ample time at each stop. The eruption of the hot water was awesome to see and the water falls were incredible. It is a must do tour.”

5,195 reviews6 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $73.86by Gray Line Iceland

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Reykjavík Small group Walking Tour – by CityWalk

Reykjavík Small group Walking Tour - by CityWalk - Start at Hallgrímkirkja, Then Get Oriented on the City’s Main Thread

Silfra: Snorkeling Between Tectonic Plates – Meet on Location

Silfra: Snorkeling Between Tectonic Plates - Meet on Location - Meeting point and the flow before you hit the water

10.Silfra: Snorkeling Between Tectonic Plates – Meet on Location

★ 5.0

Snorkel Silfra in Thingvellir, Iceland. Swim in clear glacial water between tectonic plates with a drysuit, guide coaching, and cocoa.

“It was FREEZING while getting ready.. but the water was NOT bad.. I was warmer in the water than when we were getting ready!”

5,001 reviews2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $154.00by DIVE.IS - The Sport Diving School of Iceland

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