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1238: The Battle of Iceland - Pop-up Exhibit

1238: The Battle of Iceland - Pop-up Exhibit

1238 The Battle of Iceland is an immersive exhibition incorporating cutting-edge interactive technology that transports you into the past. You can tak
2Go Iceland Travel

2Go Iceland Travel

2Go Iceland Travel is your one-stop shop for all your travel needs in Iceland. Focusing on private tours, luxury vacations, and tailor-made experience
4x4 Adventures Iceland

4x4 Adventures Iceland

4x4 Adventures Iceland is located just a 5 min. drive from the Blue Lagoon and is specialized in receiving small and large groups of people. Just get
Airport Hotel Aurora Star

Airport Hotel Aurora Star

The hotel opened in 2012 and is within walking distance, only 100 metres, from the Keflavik Airport Terminal. The rooms are modern and spacious and of
Airport Taxi

Airport Taxi

Airport Taxi was created may 1st 2007 by former drivers of two taxi stations, Aðalbílar in Keflavík and BSH in Hafnarfjörður. Airport Taxi is owned by
Almenningur

Almenningur

Patch of lava field in Vatnsleysustrond county. Located between two lava fields Kapelluhraun and Afstappahraun. It came from Hrútárgjárdyngju that eru
Arctic Horses

Arctic Horses

Arctic Horses offers horseback rides to the best destinations of the otherwordly Reykjanes Peninsula in south western Iceland, and is the only stable
Arnarsetur

Arnarsetur

Arnarsetur is part of one remarkable geological formation of modern times and is mostly undisturbed. It is a short monogenetic volcanic fissure with s
Askur Yggdrasils

Askur Yggdrasils

Standing outside the Suðurnes Hospital is Askur Yggdrasils, a sculpture made by Erlingur Jónsson. Askur Yggdrasil serves as a symbol of the Tree of Li
Aurora Basecamp

Aurora Basecamp

Aurora Basecamp is a one-of-a-kind facility, offering guests the chance to experience a real-time, indoor simulation of the Northern Lights, in a warm
Álög (Spell)

Álög (Spell)

At the entrance of the town Sandgerði is a sculpture named Álög (Spell) made by Steinunn Þórarinsdóttir. The sculpture features a person standing in

BackyardIceland

Fjallagarpar ehf. is founded in 2010 by locals Íris Ósk Kristjánsdóttir and Guðmundur Helgi Önundarson. Our love of the outdoors and endless search fo
Basecamp Iceland

Basecamp Iceland

Basecamp Iceland is a boutique tour operator with more than a decade of experience providing the best in personalised services. Our select group of gu
Basendar

Basendar

An ancient fishing outfit and a trading post just south of Stafnes. It was one of the harbours of the Danish Trade Monopoly posts comprising Hafnir,
Blue Car Rental

Blue Car Rental

Blue Car Rental is a local family-owned business, founded in 2010. We at Blue Car Rental set out to provide travellers with the best service as possib
Brennisteinsfjöll

Brennisteinsfjöll

Brennisteinsfjöll, or Sulphur Mountains, are a ridge of late Ice Age hyaloclastite mountains. The highest point is the lava shield Kistufell. Brennist
Bridge Between Continents

Bridge Between Continents

Bridge between Europe and North America on Reykjanes Peninsula.   The lava-scarred Reykjanes peninsula lies on one of the world's major plate boundar
Brimketill

Brimketill

Brimketill is a small, naturally carved pool, by marine erosion, at the lava shore edge west of the town of Grindavík. The folklore relates that th
Bryggjan Grindavík

Bryggjan Grindavík

Bryggjan Restaurant is temporarily closed due to the eruptions surrounding Grindavík. Please follow up for opening updates. Bryggjan Grindavik is a Fi
Bus4u - Iceland

Bus4u - Iceland

@Bus4u Iceland you will find all the solution you will need to find when seeking ground transportation in every way, we handle all kinds of ground tra
Café Duus

Café Duus

This warm restaurant is located right by Keflavik’s marina, the very heart of the town. A lovely wooden building, in the post-card perfect location, o
Café Petite

Café Petite

Cafe Petite is a cosy coffee house in Keflavik. We emphasize on a relaxed, comfortable environment that makes you feel right at home. With comfortable
Church of Grindavík

Church of Grindavík

The Church in Grindavík was taken into use in 1982, but its preparation began in 1966, Ragnar Emilsson was the architect who designed the church. The
Courtyard by Marriott Reykjavik Keflavik Airport Hotel

Courtyard by Marriott Reykjavik Keflavik Airport Hotel

Courtyard by Marriott Reykjavik Keflavik Airport is a brand-new hotel, only a few minutes´ drive from KEF International Airport and is located inside
Cove Helguvik

Cove Helguvik

Helguvik is a small cove close to the freestanding rock Stakkur off Cliff Holmsberg, just north of Keflavik in the town Reykjanesbær.  Nowadays this c
Diamond Lounge and Bar

Diamond Lounge and Bar

Diamond Lounge & bar is a exquisite bar located in our Versace reception with a large selection of wines, whiskeys, beers and cocktails as well as you
Diamond Suites

Diamond Suites

Diamond Suites boutique hotel is the first 5-star hotel in Iceland and is located on the top floor of the already renowned Hotel Keflavik. Our main fo
DIVE.IS

DIVE.IS

DIVE.IS is a dive center formed in 1997 and offered various diving courses. In early 2000's the company started offering both diving and snorkelingtou
Djúpavatn, Spákonuvatn and Grænavatn

Djúpavatn, Spákonuvatn and Grænavatn

Three lakes in the hyaloclastite Ice Age ridges Vesturháls and Sveifluháls, contain groundwater. Djúpavatn is partly a crater lake, close to Djúpavatn
Drykkjarsteinn

Drykkjarsteinn

A rock with three holes, shape like bowls.  Most wanted stop for travellers that had to go to either to Grindavik or Krýsuvík. It is located were the
Duus Handverk (handmade)

Duus Handverk (handmade)

Duus Handverk is a little store of handmade gift products of wool, glass, and more beautiful things from a group of 20 local artists. A better selecti
Duus Museum - Cultural Center

Duus Museum - Cultural Center

Duus Museum is the Art and Cultural Center of Reykjanesbær where you can experience diverse exhibitions and cultural activities all year round. The mu
Eldborg at Höskuldarvellir

Eldborg at Höskuldarvellir

The grassy field Höskuldarvellir, northwest of Grænadyngja and Trölladyngja, is bordered in the northeast by a large monogenetic scoria and spatter co
Eldey

Eldey

A sheer 77 metre high rock protruding out of the sea. It is about 15 km to the south of the southwestern most tip of the Reykjanes peninsula.The stru
Eldvorp - Remnants of ancent settlement

Eldvorp - Remnants of ancent settlement

Shelters made of rock, ancient paths and stacked walls. They have been discoverd near Eldvörp, a row of scoria and spatter cones formed in the Reykja
Eldvörp

Eldvörp

Eldvörp is the name of scoria and spatter cones in off-set sections that form a row of ten kilometers, and it's surrounding lava covering 20 square ki
EV Travel

EV Travel

Welcome to EV Travel ehf, your leading provider of private, eco-friendly, and luxurious travel experiences in Iceland. At EV Travel ehf, we specialize
Festarfjall

Festarfjall

A eroded subglacial volcano. A section of a small hyaloclastite hill is exposed in the costal cliffs. A dyke named Festi(ladder), evidently the feeder

Fjallafjör / Selfoss Adventures

 
Folk Museum in Garður

Folk Museum in Garður

The municipal museum in Garðskagi is located in a natural paradise, which blends the beauty of the landscape with its rich animal and birdlife. The m
Four Winds

Four Winds

Located at the intersection of Heiðarbraut and Garðbraut stands the sculpture Fjórir vindar (e. Four Winds), created by Helgi Valdimarsson as a gift t
Fuglahúsið - The Bird House

Fuglahúsið - The Bird House

The sculpture Fuglahúsið (e. The Bird House) by the artist Sigurð Guðmundsson is located at the grass field by Fjölbrautskóla Suðurnesja (secondary sc
Gallow cliffs in Stafnes

Gallow cliffs in Stafnes

Place of execution according to an old folk story.  Cliffs, two of which are quite high, with an inlet several fathoms deep between them. A tree betw
Gallow Cliffs near Hagafell

Gallow Cliffs near Hagafell

Cliffs known as Gallows Cliffs or Hanging Rocks. The cliffs were used to execute thieves captured in Þorbjarnarfell according to an old folk story.
Gardskagi - campsite

Gardskagi - campsite

The campsite at Garðskagi is perfect for visitors seeking freedom and open views of the ocean. It is located at Garðskagi Point and is open all year l
Gardur

Gardur

Outdoor enthusiasts should not miss out on the chance of visiting the town of Garður if they are traveling through the Reykjanes peninsula.On Garðskag
Garðskagi

Garðskagi

Including: Garður, Garður Lighthouse, Sandgerði.  Time: Really depends on how long each to will be. Just the driving is estimated to be: Short versi
Garður - Kalmanstjörn - Birding trails

Garður - Kalmanstjörn - Birding trails

Garður - Kalmanstjörn Garður Travelling from Keflavík to the tip of the peninsula one can see Snow Buntings (Plectrophenax nivalis), Rock Ptarmigan
Garður Swimming pool

Garður Swimming pool

Opening hoursi: June 1 - August 31 Weekdays: 06:00 - 21:00 Weekends: 09:00 - 17:00 September 1 - May 31 Weekdays: 06:00 - 08:00 & 15:00 - 20:30 Wee
Geirfuglinn

Geirfuglinn

On the tip of the Reykjanes peninsula, below Valahnjúk, you can find the sculpture Geirfuglinn (The Great Auk) created by the American artist Todd McG
Geitahlid

Geitahlid

A table mountain just east of farm Krysuvik.  Geitahlíð is both a doleritie shield volcano and a table mountain. It is 386 metres high on the souther
Geldingadalir Valley

Geldingadalir Valley

GeoCamp Iceland

GeoCamp Iceland

GeoCamp Iceland is an educational institution and tour operator, established in 2006, with the objective to increase knowledge and understanding in Ea
Grindavik

Grindavik

As of October 2024, Grindavík is reopen to the public on Monday, October 21. Emergency personnel and the incident management team will maintain their
Grindavík Campsite

Grindavík Campsite

*Grindavik campsite is currently closed, however, plans are underway to reopen for summer 2025.Grindavík opened a brand new State of the Art campgroun
Grindavík Golf club

Grindavík Golf club

*Grindavik Golf course is currently closed, however, plans are underway to reopen in 2025.Golf course name:Number of holes:Par:Húsatóftavöllur1371

Grænadyngja

Grænadyngja is a steep hyaloclastite mountain west of the Sog-geosite. It has the same geolocical features as Trölladyngja mountain. It is a geotherma
Grænadyngja and Trolladyngja

Grænadyngja and Trolladyngja

Grænadyngja and Trölladyngja are steep hyaloclastite mountains west of the Sogin geosite. They are surrounded by young volcanic fissures, geothermal s
Grænavatn

Grænavatn

Two maar type explosion craters, probably over 6000 years old. The age difference between the craters is probably small. Both of the craters are lake
Guesthouse Keflavik

Guesthouse Keflavik

Guesthouse Keflavik is across the street from the renowned Hotel Keflavik where you can fully enjoy all the different services available to hotel gues
Guide to Iceland

Guide to Iceland

Uniting over 1500 Icelandic travel operators in a single community, Guide to Iceland remains the world's largest collaboration for Icelandic travel se
Gunnuhver

Gunnuhver

The mud pools and steam, vents in south-west Reykjanes. The area is close to Reykjanes lighthouse and is collectively named Gunnuhver after a female
Hafnaberg - Sea-cliffs

Hafnaberg - Sea-cliffs

Hafnaberg is a long line of sheer sea lava cliffs south of the old fishing hamlet of Hafnir. Hafnaberg is very popular among hikers and bird watchers
Hafnir

Hafnir

The town Hafnir owns the second most land in the Reykjanes peninsula and takes its name from two large farms Sandhöfn and Kirkjuhöfn which are now des
Hafurbjarnarstadir

Hafurbjarnarstadir

Hafurbjarnarstadir is a farm on Gardskagi. Next to the property is Skagagarður the great stone wall that was between Skagatá and Garðskagi and there
Háleyjabunga

Háleyjabunga

Háleyjarbunga is a small, flat lava shield with a large, 20 to 25 meter deep crater. The shield is at least 9,000 years old. It was formed during a h
Hjá Höllu

Hjá Höllu

Hjá Höllu is a health food restaurant that began in Grindavik and has since expanded to Keflavik Airport. After Grindavik was evacuated in late 2023,
Hjá Höllu

Hjá Höllu

Wood oven pizza restaurant at the airport. We are located at the C gates so we are close to all gates at the airport. Sit down for a pizza and a drink
Hljómahöll Conference Center

Hljómahöll Conference Center

Hljómahöll is a cultural and conference center in Reykjanesbær. An important forum has been created for conferences, meetings and all kinds of cultura
Holskefla

Holskefla

The sculpture Holskefla (e. Breaker), created by Sigurjón Ólafsson, is situated outside of Hljómahöllinn. This artwork was built in 1971 and consists
Hopsnes

Hopsnes

The spit on which you are standing is named Hópsnes on the west side and Þórkötlustaðanes on the east side. The spit is 2 km long and 1 km wide and wa
Hoskuldarvellir

Hoskuldarvellir

Hoskuldarvellir is a green spot in the lava field to the west of the shield volcano Trolladyngja on the Reykjanes Peninsula in Southwest Iceland. A st
Hotel Duus

Hotel Duus

A New Marine-Themed Hotel In Keflavik. Modern designs inspired by age-old Icelandic traditions. Conveniently situated within the hotel, Kaffi Duus off
Hotel Keflavik

Hotel Keflavik

Hotel Keflavik is a 4-star family-owned hotel that offers a variety of warm and cosy rooms and suites, many newly renovated. Our main focus is a comfo
Hotel Vogar

Hotel Vogar

Hotel Vogar is an excellent choice of accommodation for visitor who are leaving or entering the country as well as for longer stays because Keflavík i
Hólmsbergsviti

Hólmsbergsviti

The Lighthouse at Holmsberg was built in1956 and stands 9,3 m tall with a compartmenet for the light of 3,4 m tall. It has identical lighthouses in 6
Hótel Berg

Hótel Berg

Hotel Berg is a newly restored 36 bedroom hotel sitting above a small marina in the town of Keflavik, where most tourists visiting Iceland start and e
Hrafna-Flóki

Hrafna-Flóki

In front of Víkingheimar museum is a statue of the settler Hrafna-Flóki made by Mark J. Ebbert. The statue is carved in marble and was a gift from the
Hrafnagja

Hrafnagja

The normal fault and tension fracture, Hrafnagjá, is the longest of its kind at the Reykjanes peninsula. It is 12 km long and up to 30 m high. The set
Hraunsvík - Kleifarvatn - Birding trails

Hraunsvík - Kleifarvatn - Birding trails

Hraunsvík Hraunsvík is a bird cliff east of Grindavík. Kittiwakes and Fulmars breed on the cliff, but seabirds, ducks, and marine mammals often catch
Hrólfsvík - Xenolithes

Hrólfsvík - Xenolithes

A well known locality for xenolithes. Xenolithesa are gabbroic crystal aggregates related to the host magma. The source of the lava is not known nor
Hrútagjárdyngja (shield)

Hrútagjárdyngja (shield)

Hrútagjárdyngja is a 6,000 to 6,500 years old ava shield, plus a lava flow that covers 80-100 sq. km of land. That volume of lava is at least 3 cu. km
Húshólmi

Húshólmi

Ruins of farm partly covered by lava flow. The Húshólmi area is a so called „clearing“ over which the lava Ögmundarhraun didn´t flow during an erupt
Hvassahraunskatlar

Hvassahraunskatlar

Hvassahraunskatlar is a hornitos in the Hrútagjá lava shield flow. Hornitos usually form due to powerful degassing at crater edges. These ones, howeve
Hvirfill

Hvirfill

Standing at Austurgarð on the pier in Sandgerði is the artwork Hvirfill, created by Jón Þórisson. The installation commemorates 100 years of powered f
I-stay

I-stay

On the campsite is a servicehouse that contains a bathroom, showers, outdoor-sinks (hot and cold water), also possible to use a washer and a dryer. Ha
Iceland / Promote Iceland / Visit Iceland

Iceland / Promote Iceland / Visit Iceland

Promote Iceland is a public-private partnership established to market Iceland´s commercial interests abroad and to increase the country´s export reven
Iceland Car Rental

Iceland Car Rental

We are a family owned car rental in Iceland. Our main goal is to provide an excellent and personal service to all our clients. We have two rental stat
Iceland Moments

Iceland Moments

Iceland Moments is a family run travel agency focusing on private luxury travel. We believe true luxury is found in untouched nature, meaningful inter
Issi Fish & Chips

Issi Fish & Chips

Íslands Hrafnistumenn

Íslands Hrafnistumenn

The artwork Íslands Hrafnistumenn by Erlingur Jónsson was unveiled in 2008 at Stóra-Voga field. During the time of rowboats, Vatnsleysuströnd was one
Junkaragerdi

Junkaragerdi

Junkaragerdi was a farm just north of the Hafnarberg Cliffs.  Its name was probably derived from 12-18 foreigner, who lived there, and were called "Ju
Kalfatjorn

Kalfatjorn

Kalfatjörn is a former farm, parsonage and church site in the Vatnsleysa County.  It was a parsonage until 1907, when the parish was united with the G

Kalmanstjorn

Kalmanstjorn is an abandoned farm, a former mansion to the south of Lake Kalmanstjorn, where there are still some ruins reminding of the habitation, w
Kapelluhraun

Kapelluhraun

The rugged and barren Chapel Lava Field or the New Lava Field spreads between the town Hafnarfiord and Cove Straumsvik.  According to chronological re
Karlinn

Karlinn

Karlinn („The Man“) is a 50-60 m high seacliff, an eroded volcanic plug, which stands high and mighty just off the coast of Valahnúkur. Karlinn is pop
Katlahraun

Katlahraun

Katlahraun is lava that flowed about 2,000 years ago and entered the sea. Sudden damming at the shore caused a large, circular lava pond to form. Some
Kálfatjarnakirkja

Kálfatjarnakirkja

The first mention of a church on Kálfatjörn can be dated to the year 1200 but the current church in Kálfatjörn was consecrated in 1893 and was the lar
KEF Restaurant

KEF Restaurant

KEF has been a flagship restaurant in Keflavik for years and is popular with locals as well as travellers.  We welcome you to wine and dine in our bea
Keflavíkurkirkja / Keflavik Church

Keflavíkurkirkja / Keflavik Church

Keflavik Church was built in 1914 and designed by Rögnvaldur Ólafsson.  Opening hours:  Mondays - Thursdays: 10:00 - 12:00 & 13:00 - 15:00 Fridays: 10
Keilir

Keilir

Keilir is a hyaloclastite mountain. It was created during subglacial eruptions during the ice age. Its shape makes it distinctive; according to geolog

Keilisnes

Keilisnes is a spit of land between the coves Flekkuvik and Kalfatjorn. On the Cairn Mound near the old main road stands a cairn called Stefansvarda.
Kirkjubol

Kirkjubol

Kirkjubol was a farm at Gardskagi, often occupied by rich farmers and noblemen. In 1433, a group of men, escorting Bishop Jon Gerreksson of Skalholt u
Kirkjuvogur

Kirkjuvogur

Kirkjuvogur (Church Cove) was a mansion in Hafnir, an annexed church site of the Grindavik parish, which was long served by the reverends of Utskalar.
KLA Suites - Keflavík luxury apartments

KLA Suites - Keflavík luxury apartments

Beautiful luxury apartments in the heart of Keflavík, located next to the international airport. The apartments are bright and cozy with a high class
Kleifarvatn

Kleifarvatn

Lake between Sveifluháls and Vatnshlíð.  The lake Kleifarvatn is about 10 km². It is the largest of Reykjanes peninsula and the third largest of sout
KONVIN Car Rental

KONVIN Car Rental

KONVIN Car Rental offers a diverse range of vehicles suitable for both daily driving and adventure trips. Our fleet includes everything from compact c
Konvin Hotel

Konvin Hotel

The hotel has 125 spacious rooms with en-suite bathrooms, coffee and tea making facilities, free wi-fi in all areas and comfortable new beds, a workin
Kristinsson handmade

Kristinsson handmade

For many years Kristinsson has given homes charm with his high-quality interior and furniture made of unadulterated wood straight from nature. His sto
Krýsuvík

Krýsuvík

Popular recreational destination with many interesing hiking paths.  Columns of steam rise skywards, bubbling mud pools play their rhythmical symphon
Krýsuvík Church

Krýsuvík Church

Krýsuvík church was built in 1857 and is a typical Icelandic country church from the 19th century. The church was discontinued as a parish church in 1
Krýsuvíkurberg

Krýsuvíkurberg

Sea cliffs with colorful birdlife. Accessible and very interesting 15 km wide and 40 m high sea cliffs which attract over 57 thousand seabird couples
Kuagerdi

Kuagerdi

A green patch near a pond next to the old route at the southern edge of Afstapahraun which is a lava field up of Vatnsleysuvík. Reykjanesbraut (41) li
KuKu Campers

KuKu Campers

KuKu Campers offers the best and most affordable way to see Iceland. It’s not only economical, but also allows you freedom by putting you in the drive
KVIKAN - House of Culture and Natural Resources

KVIKAN - House of Culture and Natural Resources

Kvikan is the cultural house of Grindavík. Diverse cultural activities take place in Kvikan e.g., events, performances, lectures, choir rehearsals and
Kökulist bakery

Kökulist bakery

Freshly baked every day. Gourmet sandwiches and quality baked goods have delight townspeople for decades. In 2015 Jón Rúnar and Elín, the owners of Kö
Lambafellsgjá

Lambafellsgjá

An open fissure in an oval hyaloclastite mount named Lambafell. The fissure is up to 50 metres deep. It is possible to hike along the entire fissure i
Lava Car Rental

Lava Car Rental

LAVA Car Rental offers a wide selection of new and reliable rental cars in Iceland at the best price.  Founded in 2016, LAVA Car Rental is an Icelandi
Lava Hostel

Lava Hostel

Lava Hostel offers a low-price accommodation in Hafnarfjörður a town known for elves and Vikings. In this great atmosphere, we offer rooms for up to e
Lava restaurant at the Blue Lagoon

Lava restaurant at the Blue Lagoon

LAVA Restaurant at Blue Lagoon offers a unique dining experience. It is built into the cliff so it features a natural lava wall and the view overlooks
LiBRARY bistro / bar

LiBRARY bistro / bar

LiBRARY bistro/bar Keflavik is one of the coolest bistros in Iceland.  Trendy décor by the Italian company Dialma Brown puts the restaurant squarely o
Lighthouse Inn

Lighthouse Inn

Lighthouse-Inn is a new, family-run, log hotel located in Gardskagi in the small coastal town of Gardur, only a 10-minutes’ drive from Keflavík Inter
Little White Castle

Little White Castle

The Little White Castle offers two recently renovated Studio apartments in beautiful surroundings.  Short walking distance to the main restaurants and
Merki sjómanna (The sailors sign)

Merki sjómanna (The sailors sign)

There are many interesting things to explore in the immediate proximity. In the field, you can find other sculptures as well as relics from the Local
Méltunnuklif

Méltunnuklif

Lava pile between Grindavík and Krýsuvík. A good place to ,,read" the history of the peninsula.   Location: Short walk from road 427
Monument of Jón Þorkelsson

Monument of Jón Þorkelsson

Jón Thorkellius, born in Innri-Njarðvík in 1697, was a renowned scholar who fought for educational reforms in Iceland. He passed away in Copenhagen in
Moss Restaurant at the Blue Lagoon

Moss Restaurant at the Blue Lagoon

Awarded a Michelin star in 2023, Moss Restaurant transforms seasonal ingredients into timeless gourmet experiences. In an atmosphere of sophisticated
Mt Fagradalsfjall

Mt Fagradalsfjall

Mt Fagradalsfjall, the westernmost part of the mountain ridge of the Reykjanes Peninsula, is really a small plateau. Some hyalocaslite ridges protrude
Mt Stapafell

Mt Stapafell

Mt Stapafell is a hyaloclastite mountain on the Reykjanes Peninsula to the southeast of the village Hafnir. It is mostly made of pillow lava. Olivine,
Mt Thorbjorn

Mt Thorbjorn

A free standing, hyaloclastite mountain north of Grindavik. It offers great panoramic view over most of the Reykjanes Peninsula on fine days. The nor
Njarðvík Swimming pool

Njarðvík Swimming pool

Opening hoursFor opening hours, click here .  We offer: 16 meter indoor swimming pool Hot tubsSauna
Norðurflug Helicopter Tours

Norðurflug Helicopter Tours

We can show you nature like you have never experienced it before!   Nordurflug Helicopter Tours is the biggest and oldest helicopter company in Icelan
Northern Light Inn

Northern Light Inn

Northern Light Inn is a family-run hotel, wellness spa and restaurant near Iceland’s Blue Lagoon. • 42 lovely rooms, 24/7 honesty bar, fast wifi and f
Núpan Deluxe

Núpan Deluxe

What a great place to call home! We are determined to help our guests to enjoy all that Iceland has to offer. Restaurants, pubs, health centers and sw
Ocean Break Cabins

Ocean Break Cabins

Our cosy cottages are located only 10 minutes away from the Intl. airport. The Atlantic coastline is the setting for the cottages so you can expect a
Ocean Break Cabins

Ocean Break Cabins

Our cosy cottages are located only 10 minutes away from the Intl. airport. The Atlantic coastline is the setting for the cottages so you can expect a
Ogmundarhraun

Ogmundarhraun

A lava flow formed in an eruption in the year 1151 AD. In that year a 25 km long fissure opened obliquely acorss the Reykjanes peninsula. The lava fi
Olafur Thors

Olafur Thors

Ósar

Ósar

Inlet created because of a subsidence. Important for birdlife and marine biology.  Location: Near small village Hafnir - short walk from road 44
Paddy´s Beach Pub

Paddy´s Beach Pub

Paddy’s is a local favourite when you want to grab a drink, watch a sporting event or just play some beach volleyball. Events vary from local music, s
Papa´s Pizza

Papa´s Pizza

Friendly family restaurant where we also offer take away and home delivery. We specialise in fish'n'chips and pizza. We are located in the center of t
Park Inn by Radisson Reykjavik Keflavik Airport

Park Inn by Radisson Reykjavik Keflavik Airport

Stylish accommodation at Park Inn by Radisson Airport HotelSituated in Keflavik city center, just 5 kilometers from Keflavik International Airport (KE
Patterson

Patterson

Patterson Airport was built in 1942 by the usa navy. The airport was mainly used to maintain the aircrafts. Next to the airport can be found Subfossi
Play

Play

PLAY is a new Icelandic low-cost airline offering affordable flights between Europe and North America via Iceland. PLAY operates newer Airbus A320 air
Prime Tours

Prime Tours

The Team The Prime Tours team strives for customer satisfaction. We take great pride in introducing Iceland to visitors and our main goal is to make t

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Public deli

Public deli

Public deli's policy is to make life easier for customers with simple solutions and tasty food. Public deli is a new concept in Iceland where services
Public library Suðurnesjabær

Public library Suðurnesjabær

The Public library in Suðurnesjabær is located nex to the swimming pool in Sandgerði.
Raven´s Bed

Raven´s Bed

The Höskuldarkot Fjord in Njarðvík or The Fjord in Koti is a popular guesthouse in the vicinity (7km) to the airport (Keflavik International Airport).
Regnbogi (Rainbow)

Regnbogi (Rainbow)

In front of the terminal stands Regnboginn (e. the Rainbow) by the Icelandic artist Rúrí. The work leaves a strong impression on the environment as th
Reykjanes - Seakayak

Reykjanes - Seakayak

Reykjanes Seakayak offers guided tours on seakayaks in the vibrant and safe environment in Reykjanes bay in the period 1st of May- 30th of September,
Reykjanes Art Museum

Reykjanes Art Museum

Reykjanes Art Museum presents several new art exhibitions every year. The museum is located in Duus Museum, the Art and Cultural Center of Reykjanesbæ
Reykjanes Lighthouse

Reykjanes Lighthouse

The first lighthouse in Iceland was built on Valahnúkur in Reykjanes inthe year 1878. By 1905 earthquakes and surf had damaged Valahnúkurso much that
Reykjanes Museum of Heritage

Reykjanes Museum of Heritage

Reykjanesbær Heritage Museum - Where the past is reflected in the present Reykjanesbær Heritage Museum offers visitors the opportunity to explore the
Reykjanes Museum of Heritage - Stekkjarkot

Reykjanes Museum of Heritage - Stekkjarkot

Stekkjarkot is a classic example of the roughly built turf, stone and timber cottage-type houses once common on the Reykjanes peninsula and other coas
Reykjanes nature reserve

Reykjanes nature reserve

A large nature reserve ideal for recreation and to explore in the nature. The nature reserve is about 300 square kilometres and is by far the largest
Reykjanes Public Library

Reykjanes Public Library

The Reykjanesbær library is located at Tjarnagata 12, sharing the building with the Reykjanesbær town hall as well. The library’s opening hours are be

Reykjanes UNESCO Global Geopark

Reykjanesbaer

Reykjanesbaer

The Town of Reykjanes is a young and vibrant rapidly growing town on Reykjanes peninsula. There has been a significant increase in number of citizens
Reykjavik Excursions

Reykjavik Excursions

Reykjavik Excursions by Icelandia offers a wide variety of day tours, enabling travelers to visit and experience many of the most stunning and exotic
Rosmhvalanes

Rosmhvalanes

Flat point at the northwestern part of the Reykjanes Peninsula. It is from glacial periods and is between Ytri-Njarðvík and Kirkjuvog.  Rosmhvalur w
Sagnatröllin (Trolls)

Sagnatröllin (Trolls)

The trolls are stone figures that can be found around Reykjanesbær, and they make a big impression on the environment. Áki Gränz created the figures,
Salthúsið Restaurant

Salthúsið Restaurant

Enjoy Icelandic cuisine in a warm and inviting log house.  You can call it bacalao, salted cod or morue, the cod fish was once so important to Iceland
Sandfellshæð

Sandfellshæð

One of the oldest and largest lava shield on the Reykjanes peninsula. Formed in late glacial time, about 14.000 years ago, when sea level was about 30
Sandgerdi

Sandgerdi

Sandgerði is one of the country's major fishing communities. Rich fishing-grounds are found just off the coast of Sandgerði. There are interesting thi
Sandgerði Swimming pool

Sandgerði Swimming pool

Opening hours: September 1 - May 31: Weekdays: 07:00 - 20:30 Weekends: 10:00 - 16:00 Gym open at same hours June 1 - August 31 Weekdays: 07:00 – 2
Sandgerðiskirkja / Sandgerði Church

Sandgerðiskirkja / Sandgerði Church

The curch in Sandgerði was taken into use in 1998 and is ordained for all religious ceremonies. 
Sandvík - Grindavík - Birding trails

Sandvík - Grindavík - Birding trails

Sandvík - Grindavík Stóra-Sandvík Stóra-Sandvík is a small inlet with a big sandy beach, while on the inner part of the inlet is a large pond with b
Selatangar

Selatangar

Selatangar was a big fishing outfit between Grindavik and Krysuvik. It was abolished after 1880. Extended ruins of the abodes and other houses are st
Seltjörn

Seltjörn

A pond with good walking paths, picnic facilities and a barbecue. Next to Seltjörn is Sólbrekkuskógur, a small forest, but sheltered and lovely as it
Seltún

Seltún

An important high temperature geothermal area. Many study opportunities due to the great variety of features. A boardwalk leads through the area. Sel
Silica Hotel

Silica Hotel

Named for the Blue Lagoon’s iconic healing element and architected into a vast lava plain, Silica Hotel is a sanctuary of relaxation and rejuvenation.
Sjávarsetrið

Sjávarsetrið

Sjávarsetrið is a new restaurant by the Sandgerði harbour.  Warm and cosy interior grabs as soon as you walk inside, here everyone should feel good. S
Skagagarður, the Great Wall

Skagagarður, the Great Wall

A protective wall that lay from Kirkjuból to Útskálar.  The village of Garður at the north tip of the peninsula was named after the wall.  The wall
Skálafell

Skálafell

Earthquake fissures in a shield that built up in several eruptions.        In a narrow fissure system. Can find there small caves. It is most common
Skynjun (e. Sensation)

Skynjun (e. Sensation)

Snorrastaðatjarnir /Háibjalli

Snorrastaðatjarnir /Háibjalli

A popular recreational area.  Pounds, rich of vegetation and important resting place for migration birds. Next to the pounds is Háibjalli, a 10 m hi
Sogasel

Sogasel

Ruins of a shieling(hut), used for cattles during the summer time. The shieling was located in a crater.   Location: Short walk from road 428 (only
Sogin

Sogin

A depression in a hyaloclastite ridge. The area is colourful due to intese high temperature alternation and a few mud pools and solfataras.  Locatio
Sossa

Sossa

Sossa is an Icelandic painter and Fulbright Scholar. She’s a graduate from the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts as well as a Master of Fine Arts from
Southwest Iceland Nature Research Centre

Southwest Iceland Nature Research Centre

Southwest Iceland Nature Research Centre is a regional institute of natural research and is based in Sandgerði. It was established in the year 2000 an
Stadarborg

Stadarborg

A sheep shelter, round in shape and constructed skilfully from lava rocks. Situated 2-3 km from the former parsonage Kalfatjorn in a direct line from

Stadur

Stadur is a former parsonage and a church site a short distance to the west of the town Grindavik. It was a parsonage until in the beginning of the 20
Stafnes

Stafnes

Stafnes was a mansion in the past.  There were many fishing outfits on the property and many people lived there during the fishing seasons.  Royal fis
Stakksfjordur

Stakksfjordur

This is a deep southern inlet of the big Faxi Bay between spit Keilisnes in the east and the Stakkur Peak of the Holmur Cliff in the west.  The Stakku
Stampar

Stampar

Two volcanic fissures lie from the sea onto land on the western side of Reykjanes and form a series of craters. These crater series have been named St
START Hostel

START Hostel

Start Hostel is a spacious hostel located on Lindarbraut 637 in Ásbrú, Reykjanes, just an 8-minute drive from the International airport in Keflavik. T
Stori-Holmur

Stori-Holmur

Stori Holmur was a mansion in the Leira County.  Probably Steinunn the Old, an aunt of Ingolfur Arnarson, the first Norwegian settler, lived there.  O
Stóra-Eldborg next to Geitahlíð

Stóra-Eldborg next to Geitahlíð

Eldborg is by far the highest of five craters lying along a volcanic fissure in the slopes of Geitafell, and is often called Stóra-Eldborg (Big-Eldbor
Stóra-Sandvík

Stóra-Sandvík

Stóra-Sandvík is a beautiful cove with black sand beach and grassy dunes. Located close to Bridge between Continents, it is the perfect stop while exp
Strandarheidi

Strandarheidi

The Strandarheidi is also called Vatnsleysustrandarheidi. This area comprises of barren lava fields inland from the Vatnsleysa Coast. Originally it of
Ströndin vestan Grindavíkur

Ströndin vestan Grindavíkur

Protected coastline because of birdlife, marine biology and rifts.  Location is west of Grindavik by road 425.
Sudurnes Science and Learning Center

Sudurnes Science and Learning Center

If you are interested in the Icelandic nature and wildlife, sea creatures, research related to the area and art, the Sudurnes Science and Learning Cen
Suðurnes Golf club

Suðurnes Golf club

The annual national Icelandic Stroke Play Championship will be held at Leira golf course on July 21st - July 24th. Twenty women and over one hundred m
Suðurnesjabær

Suðurnesjabær

On June 10th, 2018, a new municipality, Suðurnesjabær was created from the merger of Sandgerði and Garður. Residents voted on their new town’s name an
Sundhnúksröðin

Sundhnúksröðin

A crater row formed in eruption 2.350 years ago. It created natural harbour condtions in the town Grindavík. Sundahnúkur was used as a landmark for t
Svartsengi

Svartsengi

One of the five major high temperature areas of the Reykjanes Peninsula. It supplies all of the communities of the Reykjanes Area with hot water for
Sveifluhals

Sveifluhals

A lava flow formed in an eruption in the year 1151 AD. In that year a 25 km long fissure opened obliquely across the Reykjanes peninsula. The lava fi
Take Off Bistro

Take Off Bistro

Take Off Bistro is a cosy and friendly bistro with quality burgers, steak, fish, hot wings, salad and more. Have a glass of wine or beer on Happy Hour
The Blue Lagoon

The Blue Lagoon

The Blue Lagoon is  a health and geothermal spa on the Reykjanes Peninsula. A visit to the Blue Lagoon Iceland geothermal spa is an important part of
The Church at Hvalsnes

The Church at Hvalsnes

The church at Hvalsnes was consecrated in 1887. Ketill Ketilsson farmer and ship owner at Kotvogur, who then owned the land at Hvalsnes financed the b
The Church at Útskálar

The Church at Útskálar

Einar Jónsson from Brúarhraun (1818-1891) built the foundation of the church which was consegrated in 1863. The interior of the church was painted and
The Church in Innri-Njarðvík

The Church in Innri-Njarðvík

By the initiative of Ásbjörn Ólafsson, a farmer in Innri-Njarðvík, a church was built on the location. The church was consegrated in 1886 and is made
The Church in Ytri-Njarðvík

The Church in Ytri-Njarðvík

The Church in Ytri-Njarðvík was opened on April 19th, 1979. The church was designed by two architects, Ormar Þór Guðmundsson and Örnólfur Hall. The ch
The cod war at Básendar and Grindavík

The cod war at Básendar and Grindavík

The Giganta in the cave

The Giganta in the cave

The  Giganta  in  the  mountain  moved  to  the  Town  of  Reykjanes during the family and cultural festival Night of Lights in 2008 and is now locate
The Giganta in the cave

The Giganta in the cave

Giganta in the mountain moved to Reykjanesbær during the family and cultural festival the Night of Lights in 2008 and is now located in Black Cave at
The Icelandic Museum of Rock ´n´ Roll

The Icelandic Museum of Rock ´n´ Roll

The Icelandic Museum of Rock ‘n’ Roll (Rokksafn Íslands) is a new museum about the history of popular music in Iceland. The museum was opened in 2014
The Lighthouse on Gardskagi

The Lighthouse on Gardskagi

On Garðskagi you can find two lighthouses, the older one and also the smaller of the two was once regarded as one of the best lighthouses in Iceland b
The Old Church in Grindavík

The Old Church in Grindavík

The old church in Grindavík was consecrated in 1909 and was in use until 12th of september in 1982 when it was desecrated. From 1989 to 2001 the curch
The Planets on Reykjanes

The Planets on Reykjanes

Simulations of the planets of the solar system have been placed at relatively correct distances from the sun. Starting from the sun, which is not poss
The Retreat at the Blue Lagoon

The Retreat at the Blue Lagoon

Built into the volcanic frontier and encircled by the Blue Lagoon’s mineral-rich waters, the Retreat Hotel is a five-star suite only wellness hotel fo
Thorshofn

Thorshofn

During the 19th century ships started frequenting this harbour again.  The merchants of Keflavik often unloaded salt, timber and heavy merchandize the
Thrainsskjoldur

Thrainsskjoldur

Thrainsskjoldur is an extensive lava mound north of Mt Fagradalsfjall. There are no resent remains of volcanic activity on its top, but vast lava area
Tjarnir á Vatnsleysuströnd

Tjarnir á Vatnsleysuströnd

Seaweed-coverd rocks which are part of the Þráinsskjöldur Lava Flow. They were formed about 10,000 years ago. Due to the pourous roks that form the
Tyrkjaránið (The Turkish invasion)

Tyrkjaránið (The Turkish invasion)

A glass artwork that depicts the Tyrkjaránið (The Turks invasion) By Einar Lárusson is located at Grindavík Church.  The artwork depicts the time when
Uppspretta

Uppspretta

In 2013 an old run down water tank was turned into a piece of art by the art movement Toyisim, 28 people helped with the transformation including 3 lo
Urta Islandica

Urta Islandica

Urta Islandica’s Gourmet Local Products Family company that produces delightful teas, syrups, salts, and jams. Urta Islandica is a family-run business
Valahnúkamöl

Valahnúkamöl

High boulder ridge composed of well rounded stones.  The ridge is about 420 m long, 80 m wide and 10 m high. The rounded stones are 1-3 feet thick.
Valahnúkur

Valahnúkur

VALAHNÚKUR MOUNTAIN Valahnúkur is composed of tuff layers, pillow lava and breccia. The mountain was formed in a single eruption and shows evidence o
Vatnsleysa

Vatnsleysa

Farms Smaller and Big Vatnsleysa were formerly manors and big fishing outfits in the County of the Vatnsleysa County.  They stood on the western shore
Vatnsleysustrond

Vatnsleysustrond

An area at the south side of Faxaflói, from inside of Hvassahraun to Vogastapi, often called "Ströndin" (the coast) by locals. In all Vatnsleysuströnd
Vatnsleysuströnd - Reykjanesbær - Birding trails

Vatnsleysuströnd - Reykjanesbær - Birding trails

Vatnsleysuströnd - Reykjanesbær Vatnsleysuströnd is one of few vegetative places on the Reykjanes Peninsula. It is a coastal area from Vatnsleysuvík
Vigdísarvellir

Vigdísarvellir

Ruins of the old farms Bali and Vigdísarvellir. Camping site sorrounded by beautiful scenery.  Location: Road 428 closed on winter time. 
VIGT

VIGT

VIGT is an interior design studio formed by a mother and three daughters. Our common interest is derived from our experience in the interior furnishin
Viking World

Viking World

Vikingaheimar is the home of the Viking Ship Íslendingur (the Icelander). Built in 1996, Icelander is an exact replica of the famous Gokstadship, a re

Visit Reykjanes

Reykjanes Marketing Office The Marketing Office of Reykjanes peninsula in South-West Iceland is responsible for the regional Tourist Infmormation Cent
Vogar

Vogar

In the Town of Vogar you will find various services and can enjoy a walk along the sea, watch the birdlife by Vogatjörn pond and the monument Íslands
Vogar Campsite

Vogar Campsite

The camping site is located by the SportsCenter in Vogar. It has good facilities for guests including, kitchen, showers, and Free Wifi. It is open all
Vogar Swimming pool

Vogar Swimming pool

The name of the town Vogar in Vatnsleysuströnd in Reykjanes Peninsula can be translated to “Vogar in beach without water”. There is however plenty of
Vogastapi

Vogastapi

Vogastapi was named "The Heifer Cove Cliff", later "The Cove Cliff" and sometimes just "The Cliff" by the inhabitants of the area. It is an 80 m. high
Vonin (Hope)

Vonin (Hope)

Vonin. Monument dedicated to men from Grindavík who have drowned.   In January 1952, a tragic sea accident occurred where the ship Grindvíkingur GK 39
Waterworld

Waterworld

Waterworld is an indoor water park for the whole family. The park includes a heated activity pool for the youngest generation. There is also a 25 m lo
Your Friend In Reykjavík

Your Friend In Reykjavík

Your Friend in Reykjavik offers walking tours and experiences in downtown Reykjavik as well as driver-guided tours in and out of Reykjavik. Our primar
Þotuhreiður (The Jet Nest)

Þotuhreiður (The Jet Nest)

Standing on the north side of the terminal building is Magnús Tómasson's artwork Þotuhreiðrið, also known as Jet Nest. This artwork won an airport com