Reykjanes Peninsula

Lava, Geothermal Wonders & the Blue Lagoon

The Reykjanes Peninsula is where most visitors first set foot in Iceland — Keflavík International Airport is here. Far from just a transit zone, Reykjanes offers dramatic volcanic landscapes, geothermal activity, and of course the famous Blue Lagoon.

Highlights

Blue Lagoon
Bridge Between Two Continents
Reykjanesviti lighthouse
Gunnuhver geothermal hot springs
Kleifarvatn lake
Svartsengi geothermal power plant
Eldvörp volcanic craters

Jessica's Tips

1.

Book Blue Lagoon tickets well in advance — months ahead in peak season.

2.

Consider visiting on arrival or departure day — it’s right by the airport.

3.

The whole peninsula is an active volcanic zone — check for eruption news.

4.

Great for a half or full day trip from Reykjavík.

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