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