Best places to visit in Iceland

This tongue of the Vatnajokull glacier is visible from route n°1 and remains very accessible for people who wish to see a glacier up close.

A glacier that became world famous thanks to Jules Verne, who began his "Journey to the centre of the Earth" here.

A beautiful park located at the tip of the peninsula with the same name, towered over by Snaefellsjökull glacier, which was chosen by Jules Verne as the departure point for his "Journey to the Centre of the Earth".

A beautiful and accessible waterfall in the south of Iceland.

Fjallsárlón is 5 miles from its more famous big brother: Jökulsárlón. There may be a tendency to mix them up, but by whatever name, here nature is sublime and the sight grandiose! 

Situated in the volcanic region of Myvatn, Viti is a beautiful crater that is good for a pleasant hike.

Some of the most beautiful sites to see and admire are the original peat houses. Factor in some time for delving into the Icelandic Saga stories. 

Not just a stunning Natural Park, but also a UNESCO-listed site steeped in history.

Dyrholaey is a promontory located not far from Vik in the south of the country, which from the top of its cliffs offers a staggering view of the surroundings, especially an impressive arch in the middle of the sea.

The fall of the Gods is about mid-distance between Akureyri and Lake Myvatn, a must-see stop for those who pass through there.

The most beautiful place in Iceland! Landmannalaugar is a region with spectacular and unreal scenery.

Geysir is home to a spectacular natural phenomenon that holds no bounds when it comes to the sense of excitement and anticipation it provides. Though the site has recently been fenced off and an entrance fee introduced, it still remains one of the absolutely essential places to see when visiting Iceland.

Tear yourself away from the waterfall and visit the excellent Folk Museum where you'll discover a lot about the country's history and past. 

A superb canyon where you can hike and enjoy a wild landscape.

Located in the north of the country, Blonduos has several museums as well as a river full of salmon which brings fishermen here from all over the world. 

Holmavik is a pleasant village in the western fjords, famous for its witch museum.

Isafjordur, the "capital" of the fjords of Western Iceland, is nestled on a sandbank and has an end-of-the-world feel about it.

Sometimes renamed "Little Iceland", Snaefellsnes Peninsula concentrates all the different landscapes that can be seen in Iceland.

A beautiful peninsula on Reykjavik's doorstep that's often overlooked by tourists.

The geothermal energy of Reykjanes Peninsula has many points in common with that of the north and is very easily accessible from Reykjavik.