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Akureyri
Lake Myvatn
A lake that looks so unreal. Steam rising from the ground, bubbling water, lava fields stretching for miles. It’s got that classic Icelandic look, otherworldly and dramatic.
Lake
Höfn
Diamond Beach
A beach with chunks of icebergs wash up on shore. If you don't get to see any huge ones, there are plenty of little ones out there that are super pretty. Absolutely love that spot. It is really cool to see the contrast between the ice and then just the sheer black sand.
Beach
Grindavík
Blue Lagoon
A geothermal spa located in southwestern Iceland, in a lava field. The warm, mineral-rich waters are perfect for soaking.
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Skógar
Skógafoss
Skógafoss has been featured in many, many films, TV shows, all those types of things. But it’s epic. It’s absolutely epic. You don’t have to hike to get there either. You park in the parking lot, pay the fine to park, and then you just walk to the waterfall. The water isn’t very deep, so there’s quite a few people actually walking around in the water.
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Vík í Mýrdal
Vik
A remote seafront village in south Iceland. You can find lodging for the night and places to get something to eat.
Area
Kirkjubæjarklaustur
Svartifoss
A waterfall in Skaftafell in Vatnajökull National Park and one of the most popular sights there. This waterfall has these basalt columns hanging around it. It is beautiful. Really, really, really pretty. Really dramatic.
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Fjaðrárgljúfur
This canyon was a surprise end is amazing, like amazing. It’s the most beautiful place we have ever seen with our eyes. That being said, to get up there, it’s about a two to four hour hike. So we recommend going as far as you can because the viewpoints just get better and better.
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Reykjavík
Hallgrimskirkja
The iconic church in Reykjavik. Super tall, super unique, and inspired by Iceland’s basalt columns.
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Hvolsvöllur
Seljalandsfoss
This waterfall is absolutely epic. It's a cool spot. It's about an hour outside of Reykjavik and I don’t think anything can adequately prepare you for just how majestic it is. If it’s colder outside, definitely layer up and wear some waterproof clothing, otherwise you will get soaked.
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Goðafoss
A waterfall called the “Waterfall of the Gods.” It’s wide, dramatic, and just beautiful. Water cascading down in a perfect curve.
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Höfn
Mulagljufur Canyon
A canyon created by progressive erosion by flowing water from glaciers. There’s multiple places to stop along the route. The farther you go, the more you see. Yeah, it’s absolutely epic. There are multiple waterfalls and birds flying everywhere in the canyon. There aren’t very many people up there either.
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Akureyri
North Mountain View Suites
A quiet place to stay with mountain views. Super peaceful, super simple. Nothing crazy, but after a long day of exploring, it’s nice to have a spot to relax.
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Hella
American SchoolBus Cafe
A bright yellow school bus turned café, sitting unexpectedly along the road. It is adorable, making it a perfect stop on the way to Iceland’s waterfalls. Highly recommend, the coffee is delicious, and so are the pastries.
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Kópavogur
Sky Lagoon
Alright, so this is like the Blue Lagoon but quieter and with an infinity pool looking over the ocean. Warm water, fresh air, and just amazing views. And they have this whole seven-step ritual where you go from hot to cold. Super relaxing.
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Vík í Mýrdal
Víkurfjara Black Sand Beach
Another black sand beach near Vik. Looks a lot like Reynisfjara but with fewer people. The waves are still wild, the cliffs are still crazy, and it’s just an epic place to take in Iceland’s coastline.
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Hvolsvöllur
Gljufrabui
A small waterfall north of the larger falls of Seljalandsfoss in Iceland. It is less visible in the main one.
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Höfn
Jökulsárlón
A glacial lake with floating icebergs and wildlife sightings of seals and skuas. This place is beautiful.
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Vík í Mýrdal
Reynisfjara Beach
A beach better known as the Black Sand Beach. This place has been featured in several movies, the Game of Thrones TV show, and a few others. It’s a legitimate black sand beach, not black stones or pebbles. It is black sand, and it’s absolutely beautiful. There are epic columns and pillars out in the ocean.
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Höfn
Stokksnes
A headland on the southeastern Icelandic coast. Stokksnes is just so dramatic, so beautiful. The access to get into Stokksnes is the same access point to get to the Viking village and it is one of our favorite spots in all Iceland.
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Reykjavík
Skólavörðustígur Rainbow Street
The famous rainbow street in Reykjavik. Super colorful, super fun, and leading straight up to Hallgrimskirkja. One of the most photographed streets in the city, and for good reason.
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Fjaðrárgljúfur

This canyon was a surprise end is amazing, like amazing. It’s the most beautiful...

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Fjaðrárgljúfur

Address: 881, Iceland

This canyon was a surprise end is amazing, like amazing. It’s the most beautiful place we have ever seen with our eyes. That being said, to get up there, it’s about a two to four hour hike. So we recommend going as far as you can because the viewpoints just get better and better.

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A waterfall called the “Waterfall of the Gods.” It’s wide, dramatic, and just beautiful. Water cascading down in a perfect curve.

Mulagljufur Canyon

A canyon created by progressive erosion by flowing water from glaciers. There’s multiple places to stop along the route. The farther you go, the more you see. Yeah, it’s absolutely epic. There are multiple waterfalls and birds flying everywhere in the canyon. There aren’t very many people up there either.

A lake that looks so unreal. Steam rising from the ground, bubbling water, lava fields stretching for miles. It’s got that classic Icelandic look, otherworldly and dramatic.

A beach with chunks of icebergs wash up on shore. If you don't get to see any huge ones, there are plenty of little ones out there that are super pretty. Absolutely love that spot. It is really cool to see the contrast between the ice and then just the sheer black sand.

North Mountain View Suites

A quiet place to stay with mountain views. Super peaceful, super simple. Nothing crazy, but after a long day of exploring, it’s nice to have a spot to relax.

American SchoolBus Cafe

A bright yellow school bus turned café, sitting unexpectedly along the road. It is adorable, making it a perfect stop on the way to Iceland’s waterfalls. Highly recommend, the coffee is delicious, and so are the pastries.

A geothermal spa located in southwestern Iceland, in a lava field. The warm, mineral-rich waters are perfect for soaking.

Skógafoss has been featured in many, many films, TV shows, all those types of things. But it’s epic. It’s absolutely epic. You don’t have to hike to get there either. You park in the parking lot, pay the fine to park, and then you just walk to the waterfall. The water isn’t very deep, so there’s quite a few people actually walking around in the water.

A remote seafront village in south Iceland. You can find lodging for the night and places to get something to eat.

Alright, so this is like the Blue Lagoon but quieter and with an infinity pool looking over the ocean. Warm water, fresh air, and just amazing views. And they have this whole seven-step ritual where you go from hot to cold. Super relaxing.

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An elevated look over Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach, the basalt columns and the Reynisdrangar sea stacks. Most visitors head to Dyrhólaey for the panorama. Big coastline. Big drama. 🌊

This mountain pass is seriously epic. 🌲✨ Every curve reveals another jaw-dropping view of the surrounding peaks. There are plenty of photo spots, and the well-maintained roads make it easy to explore.

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We’re Jo and Evan, and we are obsessed with traveling. Whether it’s road-tripping through Iceland, wandering through the streets of Paris and Rome, or finding the coolest hidden gems, we’re here to share it all with you! If you’re a solo traveler, a couple, a family, or just someone looking for great spots you’re in the right place.