Activities

Things to do in Reykjavik

From the Golden Circle and northern lights to geothermal spas, ice caves and whale watching, Iceland offers experiences unlike anywhere else on Earth

Top experiences in Reykjavik

The most-loved activities by Reykjavik Trip readers — instant booking, free cancellation on most tours.

Þingvellir National Park, Geysir hot spring area and Gullfoss waterfall — Iceland's most iconic day trip route.

Chase the aurora borealis over Iceland's dark skies — best spots, guided tours and what to expect.

Blue Lagoon, Sky Lagoon, Secret Lagoon and hidden hot pools — bathing in Iceland's volcanic warmth.

Vatnajökull ice cave tours, Langjökull snowmobile adventures and glacier hikes on Sólheimajökull.

Humpback, minke and even blue whales spotted from Reykjavik harbour and Húsavík on Iceland's north coast.

Fagradalsfjall lava fields, Eyjafjallajökull hiking and the Reykjanes Peninsula's active volcanic landscape.

Seljalandsfoss, Skógafoss, black-sand Reynisfjara beach and Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon along the Ring Road.

Reykjavik's food halls, skyr, lamb soup, the Harpa concert hall and Iceland's rich Norse cultural heritage.