Top Things to do in South Region
10 Things to do in South Region That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in South Region, Iceland including Markavollur Footgolf, Thingvellir National Park, Selfoss Geyser, Black Sand Beach, Volcano Eyjafjallajokull, Reynisfjara Beach, Reykjadalur Hot Springs, Ljosafoss Power Station, Kerid Crater, Hrunalaug.
Restaurants in South Region
1. Markavollur Footgolf
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
Footgolf is a fun sport that combines the best from football and golf. Markavollur is 18 holes of fun ideal for all no matter if that is a family outing or friends out for some fun.
2. Thingvellir National Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3,922 reviews
Located 50 km east of Reykjavik, this is Iceland's most historic site and one of its most scenic landscapes.
Reviewed By Abg630
Came as part of a tour.Really amazing ,fabulous views from visitor center.To see the edge of the tectonic plates and see how geologically active our earth is .A live geology class.
3. Selfoss Geyser
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,111 reviews
Reviewed By doughnut22 - Selfoss, Iceland
love this place it’s great to see the geysers in action and the restaurants and gift shop are worth a visit
4. Black Sand Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3,969 reviews
Reviewed By Rvwr2012 - Billericay, United Kingdom
We weren’t expecting much, after all a beach is a beach and so what if the sand is black not white or yellow? How wrong we were. It is an absolutely stunning site. High cliffs with strata running this way and the other, hexagonal pillars on the face of the next cliff, a large high cave, a roaring sea with waves crashing into the shore with plumes of spray, all contrasting with the black of the beach. The weather was rainy and windy but there were plenty of tourists. In our view they provided scale to the views, and didn’t detract from it
5. Volcano Eyjafjallajokull
6. Reynisfjara Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,895 reviews
Reviewed By KTYYC - Calgary, Canada
This is a beautiful black sand beach, but definitely NOT of the sunbathing/swimming kind. Here you can appreciate the powerful waves of the ocean, admire the soaring sea cliffs with sea birds, look for perfectly polished pebbles and rocks, and examine the stunning geology of the basalt columns. Do be careful of small children and heed the warning of the signs...the waves are like nothing you've ever experienced regardless of when you visit and you WILL be swept if you're not paying attention. NEVER turn your back to the ocean!
7. Reykjadalur Hot Springs
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 671 reviews
Reviewed By Sladepatel - Charlotte, United States
Wow! We went at the very last minute, as we were driving back from a full day along the south coast, so we were already immensely exhausted. What I had read about the natural geothermal River was that it was in the valley and beautiful! This is an understatement. As you start out, right from the parking lot, you can dip right into the spring pools (super warm/hot) water which feels great on your feet! It was about 35F outside so we were bundled and I didn’t have the courage to dip much more than my feet! The hike was strenuous uphill most of the way there- and over the mountain passes! There is a beautiful waterfall put in the distance below. Recommend this to anyone who loves the outdoors and wants to experience a true natural geothermal river straight from the earth. Just be cautious because this is at least 2.5-3 miles just to get there!!!
8. Ljosafoss Power Station
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 51 reviews
Powering the Future is an energy exhibition on the diverse nature of electrical energy. The exhibition puts an emphasis on play and experience where the nature and characteristics of electricity are shown in multiple forms and guests are led through the world of electricity in new and creative ways. Guests are also introduced to the renewable and sustainable energy generation methods used by Landsvirkjun such as hydropower, geothermal energy and wind energy.
Reviewed By mickk19 - Los Angeles, United States
It's absolutely fascinating watching and learning about the process of harnassing geo-thermal power. The site and attraction are well worth the time!
9. Kerid Crater
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 2,386 reviews
Reviewed By KMJUK - Reading, United Kingdom
We stumbled upon Kerid volcanic crater while self-driving the Golden Circle and are pleased that we did - colours of the surrounds and the water were sensational. If the weather had been kinder and our timetable had allowed I’d have loved to walk the rim and the lake, both of which are possible and allow amazingly different views. Kerid is about 3,000 years old (half as old as most volcanos in Iceland) which is why - or so I have been led to believe - the iron deposits are still such a rich red rather than blackened. Really crimson, even on our cloudy day. Parking was free, 400Kr entrance fee, which was completely worth it.
10. Hrunalaug
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 80 reviews
Reviewed By HaflidiK - Gardabaer, Iceland
A fun place to visit. This natural hotspot is a must if you are visiting the town of Fludir along the Golden Circle. Tiny place but great fun to take a warm bath in nature.
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