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Best Things to Do
Top 20 Best Things to Do near Vik [2025]
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Reykjavik Whale Watching
4.7
/5
7 reviews
7.7
From MYR 395.01
Vesturbær | >100 km from downtown
Phone +3545195000
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Recommended sightseeing time: 2–3 hours
Highlights:
Enjoy Whale Watching and Sightseeing on the Andrea
Learn whale identification skills in the bay
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We saw whales! Everything was organized very well! Thank you!
I suggest you don't take this trip. It takes about two and a half hours to take a boat back and forth. If you feel dizzy, you must take medicine. The scenery is OK, but there are no small or big fish. There are only small biscuits, coffee and tea. So the cost performance is too low, because the price is not cheap.
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Hallgrimskirkja
4.5
/5
196 reviews
7.6
Based on 23,230 reviews
Miðborg | >100 km from downtown
Phone +3545101000
Address: Hallgrímstorg 1, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland
Recommended sightseeing time: 1–2 hours
Highlights:
72-meter tower view of Reykjavik
Inspired by Icelandic lava shapes
Saved by 147 users34% positive reviews
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Hallgrímskirkja, a landmark building with Icelandic characteristics, is named after the renowned Icelandic writer Hallgrím Pietersson. Its unique structure fully demonstrates Icelanders' unique insights and pursuit of architectural art.
Hallgrímskirkja Cathedral in Iceland is a very monumental church. From the outside, it looks very simple and elegant. According to the locals, this church was built for about half a century.
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Diamond Beach
4.9
/5
17 reviews
7.5
Based on 745 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Address: 781, Iceland
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5–1 hour
Highlights:
Diamonds & ice on black sand
Diamonds on black sand at sunset
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Like falling diamonds from stars, they scatter on the icy beach. This cool beach is like nature's canvas, covered with sparkling diamonds, reflecting the dazzling light, just like the starry sky at night, so beautiful that people are intoxicated by this picturesque scenery.
A Natural Wonder and a Visual Feast
Diamond Beach, located on the shores of Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon on Iceland's south coast, is a masterpiece sculpted by glaciers and waves. The dark volcanic sands are strewn with millennia-old glacial fragments. When sunlight filters through the ice crystals, the beach resembles velvet strewn with diamonds. The clash of blue and white ice crystals against the black sand creates a striking visual impact. 1 The ice's form changes rapidly—glowing pink and purple in the morning, dripping with meltwater at noon, and stained orange by dusk, each moment a dynamic work of art created by nature. 12
Photography and Adventure Paradise
This area is hailed as an unparalleled photography destination. Bring a polarizing filter to capture the dazzling light reflected from the ice, as the softer light at dusk creates more vivid images. 34 Visitors can observe the internal patterns of the ice up close, and occasionally encounter seals or puffins, adding to the wildness. 35 However, be wary of the danger of sudden waves sweeping away ice. Maintain a safe distance and avoid climbing. 6
Season and Safety Tips
Summer (June-August) is prime season for visiting, with abundant ice and vibrant wildlife. 35 In winter, you might witness the spectacular dance of the aurora borealis and ice diamonds. 7 While the scenery is breathtaking, please wear non-slip shoes and gloves and monitor the tides. 6
Summary
Diamond Beach epitomizes Iceland's natural beauty, where the millennia-old story of glaciers is frozen into shimmering diamonds. It reminds us that the ultimate romance is born from the eternal dialogue between ice and fire. 7
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Glacier lagoon
4.6
/5
139 reviews
7.1
Based on 5,078 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone +3544782222
Address: 781, Iceland
Recommended sightseeing time: 2–3 hours
Highlights:
Amphibious boat views icebergs closely
Floating icebergs & Vatnajökull views
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Like a pristine mirror, the lagoon perfectly reflects the majestic surrounding mountains. Its vast, tranquil surface, with its rich, layered colors, alternating with depth and light, creates a captivating spectacle of nature.
"Glacier Lake" The lake is connected to the glacier, and the flow speed and flow are very large.
Connecting the shore of the lake is the famous "Diamond Beach"
Ice fragments will fall from the glacier, and then be washed ashore by wolves. The fragments of ice washed up on the beach will sparkle when viewed from a distance, just like diamonds sprinkled on the earth, which is a well-deserved reputation. For "Diamond Beach".
But because it was spring, (it was too warm😅), there was no diamond ice on the beach as mentioned in the travel book.
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Blue Ice Cave
4.6
/5
8 reviews
7.0
>100 km from downtown
Address: 4QJH+R9, 781 Reynivellir, Iceland
Recommended sightseeing time: 2–3 hours
Highlights:
Daily changing light & shadows
Natural blue ice caves wonder
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ICELAND Going to Iceland is like going to the moon
Blue Ice Cave Guide 1️⃣2️⃣4️⃣3️⃣5️⃣
1️⃣You must drive when you come to Iceland, because each natural landscape is not too close, and it takes 1.5 hours to 2 hours to drive. We have always stayed at the Blue Lagoon. This should be the most unlike hotel on earth. It is very beautiful and shocking.
2️⃣Just drive along Highway 1 from the hotel. The scenery along the way is beautiful and you can take pictures at will. After 5 hours, you will arrive at the Glacier Lagoon parking lot.️
3️⃣Across the Glacier Lagoon is the Diamond Beach. You can go to the Diamond Beach first and then come back to see the Glacier Lagoon. If you have an appointment in advance, you can gather at the parking lot and wait to go to the Blue Ice Cave. If there is no ticket point on site, you can also buy it on site, but it is best to make an appointment in advance at night. I made an appointment on Ctrip.
4️⃣Because of the special landforms, the driver will drive a professional inflatable monster truck to pick you up and enter the Blue Ice Cave. It takes about 40 minutes. You can only drive as far as the closest distance to the glacier, get off the car, put on the equipment and walk forward.
5️⃣ Hiking equipment is usually available in the driver's car for free rental. After about a 20-minute walk, you can see the world's most beautiful Vatnajökull glacier with a history of 800-1000 years and the mysterious blue ice cave wonders. You will definitely scream and you must experience this moment.
This is the filming location of Interstellar.
⚠️ (In fact, if you don't stay at the Blue Lagoon Hotel, it only takes about 1-2 hours to drive in Vik Town or choose Foss Hotel near the glacial lake. But the Blue Lagoon Hotel is really not worth leaving)
If you can't reach the moon, come to Iceland. If you can't fly into space, come to Iceland. Let's go to the end of the world, walk into the blue ice cave, and see the crystal palace. It's bright and beautiful. I think this is why Iceland is the most alien-like place!
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Perlan
4.2
/5
63 reviews
6.8
From MYR 210.99
Based on 4,145 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone +3545669000
Address: 105 Reykjavík, Iceland
Recommended sightseeing time: 1–2 hours
Highlights:
Reykjavik views & volcanoes
Multilingual panoramic telescopes available
29% positive reviews
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This museum is definitely worth the price of admission, and buying family tickets online is significantly cheaper than visiting the museum. The aurora, volcano, and ice cave experiences are truly breathtaking. It's a must-see for families. The rooftop observation deck is also worth a visit.
Perlan is a beautiful musuem, perfect for a leisure day in Reykjavik. If you only visit one attraction in reykjavik, it has to be perlan. (you can skip aurora reykjavik and lava show) We took the bus 18 to ‘perlan’ bus stop where we walked through a little garden. there was a lot of people on a rainy tuesday afternoon. we easily spent about 3 hours there: watch shows about volcano and aurora, enter ice cave & learn about iceland’s geology. Apparently the restaurant rotates around in the dome, but we didn’t have time to try.
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Aurora Reykjavík - The Northern Lights Center
4.4
/5
46 reviews
6.7
From MYR 127.55
Based on 1,966 reviews
Vesturbær | >100 km from downtown
Phone +3547804500
Address: Fiskislóð 53, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland
Recommended sightseeing time: 1–2 hours
Highlights:
Stargaze & learn astronomy
Immersive Icelandic nature exhibit
49% positive reviews
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The Northern Lights Center in Reykjavik, Iceland. According to the locals, this place is an aurora viewing center established by four young people. The most important thing to do when going to Iceland is to chase the aurora. This place is in a great location to watch the laser-shaped aurora.
The most exciting things to do in Iceland are the glaciers and the aurora borealis. The aurora borealis is very luck-dependent. We were very lucky to see the aurora borealis. It is said that making a wish to the aurora borealis is easier and more economical. You can try it too.
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Lake Tjornin
4.1
/5
50 reviews
6.3
Based on 698 reviews
Miðborg | >100 km from downtown
Phone +3544116000
Address: 101 Reykjavík, Iceland
Recommended sightseeing time: 2–3 hours
Highlights:
Outdoor concerts & art exhibitions
Museum & university by lake
29% positive reviews
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Lake Tejoning is a charming place, with its tranquil surface and crystal-clear water, like a mirror, reflecting the blue sky and the white clouds. Here, you can sit quietly by the lake, admire the beautiful scenery, and feel the tranquility and beauty of nature. Lake Tejoning is a place worth visiting.
Lake Thorning is an important tourist attraction in the capital of Iceland and is worth visiting. The lake is close to the City Hall, so you can visit the City Hall as well. There are many colorful houses by the lake. There are swans, ducks and birds in the lake, which attracts many tourists, especially children. You can interact and play with the seabirds and feed them, which is fun. There are also unique European-style buildings with pointed roofs and unique bridges by the lake. There is also an interesting statue standing here. His upper body is a huge square-shaped stone, and his lower body is a man carrying a briefcase 💼, which can be interpreted as modern urban office workers working hard for life and work... It’s nice to stroll by the lake with a cool breeze and enjoy the vast lake view!
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National Museum of Iceland
4.3
/5
61 reviews
6.2
From MYR 98.11
Based on 4,002 reviews
Miðborg | >100 km from downtown
Phone +3545302200
Address: Suðurgata 41, 102 Reykjavík, Iceland
Recommended sightseeing time: 2–3 hours
Highlights:
Interactive exhibit: Icelandic life exploration
Iceland's 160-year-old treasures
34% positive reviews
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The National Museum of Iceland attracts countless visitors with its rich collections and profound historical and cultural heritage. As Iceland's largest cultural heritage institution, it houses a variety of precious artifacts and artworks from the Viking Age to the present day, showcasing Iceland's rich and unique history and culture.
You can check the ticket on the spot when you buy it on Ctrip.com, which is very convenient. You can scan the code to listen to the explanation by voice. There is WiFi, and it is very good! If you have enough time, it is recommended to walk slowly. There is Canshi on the first floor. The coffee is very fragrant.
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Lava Show
4.4
/5
5 reviews
5.8
From MYR 215.50
Vesturbær | >100 km from downtown
Phone +3545530005
Address: Fiskislóð 73, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland
Highlights:
Watch honey-like lava in a pitch-black gallery
Live commentary of the volcanic eruption spectacle
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The Lava Show in Iceland is a mesmerizing 5-star experience! Witnessing real molten lava up close is thrilling and educational. The passionate guides and immersive setup make it unforgettable!
It's one of the few places where you can see magma!
You must go there when you visit Iceland!
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