Iceland long weekend

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Iceland long weekend — Reykjavík, Iceland

Waterfalls, black-sand beaches, and a lagoon before your flight. This adventure trip itinerary maps out 11 hand-picked places across Reykjavík, Iceland over 3 days — from the must-see landmarks to the local spots worth the detour. Preview the whole plan on the map, then duplicate it in Arriv to swap in your own picks, set your dates, and invite your crew.

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3-day Reykjavík itinerary

Day 1

  1. 11:00Blue Lagoon — Straight from the airport
  2. 15:30Hallgrímskirkja — Tower view to get oriented
  3. 18:30Bæjarins Beztu Pylsur — One with everything

Day 2

  1. 08:00Brauð & Co — Cinnamon bun for the road
  2. 09:30Þingvellir National Park — Rift valley walk
  3. 11:30Geysir — Wait for Strokkur twice
  4. 12:45Gullfoss — Lunch at the visitor center after
  5. 18:00Sky Lagoon — Soak off the driving

Day 3

  1. 09:30Seljalandsfoss — Walk behind it
  2. 11:00Skógafoss — Stairs, then skyr snack
  3. 13:00Reynisfjara Beach — Stay well back from the water

What's on this Reykjavík itinerary

11 places across 4 lists.

Golden Circle

  • Þingvellir National Park — Walk the rift between two tectonic plates.
  • Geysir — Strokkur erupts every ~8 minutes — cameras ready.
  • Gullfoss — Two-tier waterfall — you will get misted, bring a shell.

South coast

  • Seljalandsfoss — The one you can walk behind. Waterproofs, not maybes.
  • Skógafoss — Climb the 527 stairs for the top-down view.
  • Reynisfjara Beach — Black sand + basalt columns. Respect the sneaker waves — seriously.

Reykjavík

  • Hallgrímskirkja — Take the tower lift — rainbow street below.
  • Bæjarins Beztu Pylsur — The famous hot dog stand — 'eina með öllu' (one with everything).
  • Brauð & Co — Cinnamon buns from the mural-covered bakery.

Lagoons

  • Blue Lagoon — It's near the airport — book it against your arrival or departure.
  • Sky Lagoon — Infinity edge over the Atlantic + the 7-step ritual.

Reykjavík adventure trip — FAQ

How many days do you need in Reykjavík?
This itinerary is built for 3 days and covers 11 spots across Reykjavík, Iceland. Once you duplicate it in Arriv you can stretch it out or trim it to fit your trip.
What are the must-do things in Reykjavík?
Highlights on this adventure trip itinerary include Þingvellir National Park, Geysir, Gullfoss, plus 8 more places you can explore on the interactive map.
Is this Reykjavík itinerary free?
Yes. Preview the full itinerary and map for free, then duplicate it into your own Arriv trip to customize it, add reservations, and plan together with friends.
Can I customize this Reykjavík trip?
Absolutely. Tap "Use this trip" to get an editable copy — swap places, reorder the days, set your travel dates, and share it with your group.

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