Iceland

Þingeyjarsveit Travel Guide

Weather, best time to visit, and the best food, culture, nature and activities.

Weather
Avg Temp10-15 degrees Celsius
RainfallModerate, with frequent light showers and changing conditions
Best TimeJune to August for the Midnight Sun and accessible highlands

Food & Drink

  • Dill RestaurantNew Nordic · $$$$

    Renowned establishment focusing on New Nordic cuisine using local Icelandic ingredients.

  • Bæjarins Beztu PylsurFast food · $

    Iconic hot dog stand famous for its unique lamb-based hot dogs.

  • Austur

    Trendy nightclub in downtown Reykjavik featuring DJs and a dance floor.

  • Kaldi Bar

    Popular bar known for its selection of local Icelandic craft beers.

Culture & History

  • National Museum of Iceland

    Covers the history of Iceland from settlement to the modern day.

  • Perlan Museum

    Features a real indoor ice cave and interactive exhibits about glaciers.

  • Bíó Paradís

    Independent arthouse cinema in Reykjavik showing local and international films.

  • Reykjavík Culture Night

    A massive city-wide celebration of music, art, and fireworks.

  • Secret Solstice

    A music festival held during the period of the Midnight Sun.

Nature & Outdoors

  • Reynisfjara

    World-famous black sand beach with basalt columns and powerful Atlantic waves.

  • Nauthólsvík Geothermal Beach

    A man-made beach where hot geothermal water is pumped into the cold ocean.

  • Skógafoss

    One of Iceland's biggest and most beautiful waterfalls, dropping 60 meters.

  • Gullfoss

    A massive, powerful two-tiered waterfall located in the Golden Circle.

  • Mount Esja

    A popular hiking destination offering panoramic views of Reykjavik.

  • Kirkjufell

    The most photographed mountain in Iceland, famous for its distinct peak.

Active & Fun

  • World Class

    The largest gym chain in Iceland with high-end facilities and spa access.

  • Blue Lagoon

    Famous geothermal spa located in a lava field.

  • Laugardalslaug

    Reykjavik's largest public thermal pool complex with slides and hot tubs.