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Óskar Guðmundsson

My Guide to Iceland

A big part of a "Iceland trip" is just driving and enjoying the beautfiful nature. But I have added some of the "must see" places of Iceland as well as some guided tours that I hope will help you on your upcoming Iceland trip.

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South Coast 🏔️

I recommend beginning the trip on the south coast, there are so many amazing places there to explore.

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Place
Skógafoss
Óskar:This is a very popular waterfall. It can be seen in the TV-series Vikings when Flóki arrives to Iceland.
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Place
Seljalandsfoss
Óskar:This is a beautful waterfall which has a cave behind so you can go behind it.
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Place
Gljúfrabúi
Image - Reynisdrangar
Place
Reynisdrangar
Óskar:This is a must see place in Iceland. This place can also be seen on Vikings when Flóki just arrived to Iceland.
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Place
Dyrhólaey
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$ 184
Experience
South Coast And Glacier Hike
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Place
Sólheimajökull
Óskar:You can park about 100m from the glacier and walk a bit onto it. But if you want to do a real hike you need proper equipment and knowledge.
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$ 148
Experience
Sólheimajökull Glacier Walk
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Place
Jökulsárlón
Óskar:The famous Glacier Lagoon.
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$ 50
Experience
Amphibian Boat Tour on Jökulsárlón Lagoon
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Place
Fjallsárlón
Óskar:The not so famous but equally beatiful glacier lagoon.
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$ 192
Experience
Blue Ice Experience And Fjallsárlón Iceberg Lagoon
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Snæfellsnes Peninsula 🗻

There are many beautiful places to see on the Snæfellsnes Peninsula. It is fairly close to Reykjavík but not as many tourists go there (compared to the south coast).

Image - Kirkjufell mountain
Place
Kirkjufell
Óskar:Kirkjufell is the most photographed mountain of Iceland, it is also known as the Game of Thrones mountain.
Image - Kirkjufellsfoss
Place
Kirkjufellsfoss
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Place
Snæfellsjökull
Óskar:A glacier
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Place
Arnarstapi
Óskar:Here are some amazing rock formations in the sea.
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Place
Djúpalónssandur

Westfjords 🏔️

A big part of exploring the Westfjords is just driving and enjoying att the fjords and mountains. It is recommended to have a good car, preferable a 4x4 jeep.

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Place
Dynjandi
Óskar:This is an epic massive waterfall.
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$ 235
Experience
Seal Watching Rauðasandur - Sensational Experience
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Place
Rauðasandur
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Place
Látrabjarg
Óskar:The westernmost part of Europe. Here you can see a lot of puffins.
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$ 228
Experience
The Wonder World of Látrabjarg - Hiking
Image - Hornstrandir Nature Reserve
Place
Hornstrandir Nature Reserve

Day tours from Reykjavík 🚗

These are day trips you can do while staying in Reykjavík

Lopapeysa

The Icelandic lopapeysa (knitted wool sweater) is so warm and comfortable in the Icelandic unpredictable weather.

Drinks & Nightlife

Local beers, fancy cocktails or clubs

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Story
A Guide to the Reykjavik Nightlife
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Place
Paloma Club
Óskar:Techno club
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Place
Prikið ehf.
Óskar:Hip-hop club
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Place
Kaffibarinn
Óskar:Bar/Club
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Place
Austur
Óskar:Club
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$ 39
Experience
Eimverk Distillery Visit
Image - Guide To: Reykjavik Nightlife
Story
Guide To: Reykjavik Nightlife
Image - Húrra
Place
Húrra
Óskar:Club
Image - Grillið
Place
Grillið
Óskar:Restaurant
Image - Eimverk Distillery
Story
Whiskey Tasting in Reykjavik: Trying Iceland’s First Whiskey
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Place
Forettabarinn
Óskar:Restaurant
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Place
Lækjarbrekka
Óskar:Restaurant
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Story
5 Unique Icelandic Cocktails That Use Local Ingredients

Car Rentals and Airport Shuttles 🚗

Did you know that Keflavik International Airport is a 45 minute drive from Reykjavik? Here's everything you need to make this easy and seamless!

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Story
How to get from Keflavik Airport to Reykjavik
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Story
Airport Shuttle Service
Óskar:There are lots of options. The Airport Direct Premium will drop you off right at your doorstep in Reykjavik.

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  1. Skógafoss
  2. Seljalandsfoss
  3. Gljúfrabúi
  4. Reynisdrangar
  5. Dyrhólaey
  6. Sólheimajökull
  7. Jökulsárlón
  8. Fjallsárlón
  9. Kirkjufell
  10. Kirkjufellsfoss
  11. Snæfellsjökull
  12. Arnarstapi
  13. Djúpalónssandur
  14. Dynjandi
  15. Rauðasandur
  16. Látrabjarg
  17. Hornstrandir Nature Reserve
  18. Blue Lagoon
  19. Gullfoss Falls
  20. Snorkel Between Continents In Silfra | Free Photos
  21. Secret Lagoon Hot Spring
  22. Geysir
  23. Eldey
  24. Snowmobiling from Reykjavik - Express Activity Tour
  25. Kerid Crater
  26. Into the Glacier Classic Tour | Meet on Location
  27. Inside the Volcano Tour | Free Pickup from Reykjavik
  28. Best of Iceland Tour: Golden Circle, South Coast and Northern Lights
  29. The Handknitting Association of Iceland
  30. Paloma Club
  31. Prikið ehf.
  32. Kaffibarinn
  33. Austur
  34. Húrra
  35. Grillið
  36. Forettabarinn
  37. Lækjarbrekka

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