Top Things to do in Reykjanes Peninsula
10 Things to do Good for a Rainy Day in Reykjanes Peninsula That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in Reykjanes Peninsula, Iceland including Camping Cars Car Rental, Blue Lagoon, Duushus Museum, History Museum of Reykjanesbaer, Keflavik Maritime Center, The Retreat Spa, Viking World, Rokksafn Islands - The Icelandic Museum of Rock 'n' Roll, Iceland Private Taxi - Airport, The Icelandic Saltfish Museum.
Restaurants in Reykjanes Peninsula
1. Camping Cars Car Rental
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 145 reviews
Reviewed By kaitlyno628
This is the only way to travel around Iceland-- Especially if you want to get off the ring road and explore some off road attractions. The tent was super easy to use and stayed warm and dry in rain and heavy wind. We saw a lot of different camping cars but the vans would not have been able to go where we took our Camping Car. No issues whatsoever. Would definitely use them in the future. Staff super helpful and knowledgeable and took us to and from the airport super fast. Get the extras! We used them and it was worth it. Great quality!!
2. Blue Lagoon
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 18,710 reviews
Named in 2012 as one of National Geographic's “25 Wonders of the World," Blue Lagoon has evolved from its infancy as a reservoir of geothermal runoff into a world of geothermal wonder. The unique properties of its waters provide not only an enchanting lagoon experience, but also the patented, active ingredients in Blue Lagoon skin care: silica, algae, and minerals. Blue Lagoon is located in a sprawling, 800 year old lava field in the heart of the Reykjanes Peninsula – a UNESCO Geopark. Just 20 minutes from Keflavík International Airport and 50 minutes from Reykjavík, Blue Lagoon is simultaneously remote and easily accessible.
Reviewed By CrystalJ1186 - Stony Plain, Canada
Wow!! A must not be missed in Iceland - spoiled for 4 hours of absolute bliss Booked the retreat spa package (which must be booked in advance) Access to the: Retreat Lagoon & Spas private pools and saunas, relaxing areas and a place to grab a snack Private Changing Rooms where you can safely leave all your stuff The Blue Lagoon Ritual (*Favourite part - approx 45 minutes that leaves your skin silky smooth, having a partner makes this easier someone to get your back) The Blue Lagoon main pool Skin Care Amenities (you get to keep everything in your private change room *BONUS) A Drink of Your Choice Take a full tour before you start to mage a bit of a plan - and do the Blue Lagoon ritual an hour and a bit before your time ends Use lots of conditioner (and reapply) to keep your hair soft and protect it from the silica Best part no phones just relax (but if you’d like a picture ask the staff and they will send it to you)
3. Duushus Museum
4. History Museum of Reykjanesbaer
5. Keflavik Maritime Center
6. The Retreat Spa
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 46 reviews
Carved into the volcanic earth, the spa brings you into harmony with nature. Transporting the mind and body to new dimensions of peace and rejuvenation, the spa journey takes you through an underground realm of inspiring design, enchanting geology, and radiant wellness.
Reviewed By Zaq_Shoots_Raw - West Palm Beach, United States
Wonderful hotel with 5 star accommodations, restaurants, and private spa. Hotel guests have access to a private section of the Blue Lagoon which is a thermal outdoor spa heated by volcanic water and rich in minerals.
7. Viking World
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 566 reviews
Viking World is the home of the Viking Ship Íslendingur (the Icelander). Built in 1996, Icelander is an exact replica of the famous Gokstad ship, a remarkable archaeological find of an almost completely intact Viking ship, excavated in Norway in 1882. Viking World is also a home of the Viking millennium exhibition produced by the Smithsonian Institution called Vikings: The North Atlantic Saga. This exhibition sheds light onto the Norse settlement and explorations of unknown lands. These two fine projects, both celebrate Iceland's central role in the discovery of North America a 1000 years ago by the Norse Vikings. They have now found a permanent home in Viking World, a spectacular modern building situated right by the Faxafloi bay in the town of Reykjanes, and can be easily spotted from the main road between the international airport and Reykjavík.
Reviewed By Solsteinn - Seattle, United States
I love Vikings and their history. They were intrepid geniuses, who invented numerous ways to navigate the seas. They were also what the Icelanders call, “sjalfstætt folk,” their word for independent people, that literally means “people who stand on their own feet.” The first settlers to Iceland were people who refused to be subject to a king and founded a republic, including the world’s first parliament, with a law system of unrivaled sophistication. Quite the accomplishment when you demand to be independent. In that spirit, at the 1000th anniversary of Leif Erikson’s voyage to the Americas, a very independent ship builder, and descendent of Leif Eriksson, Captain Eggertsson of the Westman Islands, decided to build by hand, a replica of a Viking ship and sail it to the places Leif was known to have visited. This glorious museum houses this ship, along with excellent and accurate descriptions of Viking life and history, plus the background of what motivated Leif’s journeys. Plus, it’s right near Keflavik International Airport, so you can make a stop at the beginning or end of your trip to Iceland. Best part ever!!! - you can walk around on the ship. It’s placed so that you feel as if you are sailing out to sea. Utterly brilliant. And afterwards, you can sit under it in the coffee garden, and marvel at what independent people will do when they yearn to see what is just there, beyond the horizon...
8. Rokksafn Islands - The Icelandic Museum of Rock 'n' Roll
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 101 reviews
The Icelandic Museum of Rock' n' Roll (Rokksafn Islands) is a fascinating family-friendly and interactive exhibition where you can walk through and learn all about the history of popular music in Iceland. The museum's format is built around a timeline of the history of Icelandic music, from the 19th-century classics right up to modern-day superstars like Bjork, Of Monsters and Men, Sigur Ros, Kaleo, and many more. A brand-new addition to the museum now offers you an incredible interactive tour of the history of your favorite Icelandic artists. The "Interactive LP Player" allows you to pick up and play an album that tells the story of famous Icelandic artists, including Bjork, Sigur Ros, and Of Monsters and Men and scroll your way through their history on an enormous display wall - you're fully in control of the display here. As well as that, you can try your hand at singing and playing along with some classic Icelandic hits in the popular “Sound Lab”.
Reviewed By beckicrossley - Nottingham, United Kingdom
We visited the museum the day we were due to fly from Keflavik airport, and it was a great way to pass the time. The interactive exhibits were very clever and quite different to other museums. I didn't realise there was so much to know about Icelandic music!
9. Iceland Private Taxi - Airport
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 24 reviews
Iceland Private Taxi have professional drivers ready for you all year long at any hours. Order your private taxi for your hotel or airport pickup.
