If you're searching for one of the best geothermal hot springs near Reykjavík, Hvammsvík Hot Springs deserves a place on your itinerary. Located in the beautiful Hvalfjörður fjord, this collect...

What is the best lagoon in Iceland? Iceland is home to many geothermal bathing destinations that attract visitors from around the world. Three of the most popular geothermal lagoons...

In late 2025, Iceland’s swimming pool culture was added to UNESCO’s Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. The recognition focuses...

At Hvammsvík Hot Springs, we focus on creating a space where guests experience Iceland’s nature in a simple and unhurried way. We sit on the edge of Hvalfjörður,...

If you're planning a trip to Iceland and looking for a truly natural hot spring experience near Reykjavik, then Hvammsvik Hot Springs should be at the top of your lis...

The Northern Lights or the midnight sun. A soak in hot springs and seeing some of Europe's most powerful waterfalls. The tranquillity of unspoiled nature and  the quirkiness of the city. Cool pola...

Two days might sound short, but Reykjavík is the perfect size for a weekend getaway. The city works for both sides of the Atlantic, or as a...

There’s something out of this world about the Northern Lights and they are the ultimate bucket-list experience. A dance of green, purple and pink ribbons across the Arctic sky. Iceland is the bes...

Originally built to link remote communities, it’s now one of the world’s most scenic road trips in the world. The road trip is over 1,300 km long and it can be driven in a few days or taken in...

If you want to travel in Iceland like the locals have done for more than thousand years, doing it by horse is the way to...

You are thinking about going to Iceland. You have seen photos of black sand beaches, the Northern Lights, endless waterfalls and dream of having a relaxing soak in hot springs by the North Atlantic...

What to do during a layover in Reykjavík? There are multiple things to do during a layover in Reykjavík. But it all depends on the time you have at your disposal. If you have just...

There’s an alternative to the Golden Circle that allows you to keep the drama and scale but skip the tourist convoys and is richer in storytelling and solitude? It’s called the Silver Circle....

Hitting a 7-iron at midnight with the sun glowing low on the horizon. It sounds like one of your wildest dreams. But it can happen. In Iceland, that’s not some surreal Instagram fantasy. It’s j...

When travelling around Iceland, the word foss doesn’t go unnoticed on road signs.They are everywhere but if time is limited, it’s best to stay near Reykjavík to catch some of the more l...

Let’s be honest—Iceland isn’t short on myth. It breathes it, from the cracked lava plains to the whispering waterfalls. There’s something different about Hvalfjörður. It’s quiete...

Are you up for seeing places that aren’t as crowded as the most popular tourist places in Iceland? ...

To witness a solar eclipse is a once in a lifetime experience. A total eclipse of the sun is even rarer. In fact, the 2026 solar eclipse will be the first total solar eclipse visible in Iceland sin...

The Golden Circle is the bucket list route for anyone visiting Iceland. It has the trifecta of what Iceland is most famous...

Every geothermal pool in Iceland has one thing in common: You will have to get naked and clean yourself with soap, rinse off the soap, put your swimsuit on and only then you can enter the pool. Thi...

Gifts from Iceland: Give a Rejuvenating Moment in Icelandic Nature This year's Christmas gift is a Hvammsvík Moment. Give the ones you care about an authenticly Icelandic experience....

Ocean Swimming in Iceland Shortcuts:Ocean Swimming in IcelandThe Benefits of Swimming in Cold Water...

Rauðhöfði (Redhead) In ancient times, it was very common in the Suðurnes region to go out to Geirfuglasker to hunt birds and collect eggs. These trips were considered dangerous and...

Sometimes, even in a small city like Reykjavik, you just want to get away from the crowds for a day. That’s why we love recommending convenient day trips close to the city. Driving for about 40 minu...

If you love extremely slow walks and lying around in soft moss and grass, berry picking (or in Icelandic: Berjamór) is definitely a pastime for you. Plus, you’ll get sweet sweet berries! It’s nic...

The most straightforward way to reach Hvammsvik Hot Springs and Nature Resort from Reykjavik is taking Route 1 (our Ring-road that can take you around the whole island). After passing through the town...

The Glymur Waterfall Hike is one of the most rewarding hiking routes near Reykjavík. Located in the scenic Whale Fjord, it’s a must for anyone who enjoys a challenge. The round trip takes about...

Short and easy waterfront trails in Hvalfjörður fjord. If you’re tired from all the hikes you’ve been doing close to Reykjavik, take a short drive to Hvalfjörður (Whale Fjord) and ge...

The allied forces of the British and American armies put up stations in Iceland during the second World War. For example, they put up airports in Reykjavik and the Reykjanes Peninsul...

A great hike near Reykjavík, is that of Mt. Thyrill (Þyrill), a beautiful and distinct mountain at the bottom of Hvalfjörður fjord. The hike to Mt. Thyrill (which could be loosely translated to...

Hvammsvik is mentioned in the Book of Icelandic Settlement (Landnáma) which means that the land has been a human dwelling place for over 1000 years. Viking settlers and their brawls The fi...