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North Iceland

Goðafoss

The spectacular Waterfall of the Gods, where the Skjálfandafljót river plunges across a broad horseshoe-shaped cascade.

30–60 minutesEasy

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Westfjords

Goðafoss in Bjarnarfjörður

A waterfall in the Bjarnarfjörður area of Strandir, distinct from the famous Goðafoss in North Iceland.

30–60 minutesEasy

North Iceland

Grafarkirkja

Tiny historic turf-roofed church surrounded by a circular churchyard in Skagafjörður.

30–60 minutesEasy

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Reykjavík

Grandi District

Former fishing and industrial district transformed into one of Reykjavík’s liveliest areas for museums, food, art and waterfront wandering.

Half dayVery easy

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South Coast

Granni

The neighbouring waterfall to Háifoss, plunging into the same dramatic canyon system.

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West Iceland

Grábrók Crater

A volcanic crater beside Bifröst with a walking route to panoramic views over the surrounding lava landscape.

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West Iceland

Grábrókarfell

Part of the Grábrók volcanic crater system near Bifröst.

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East Iceland

Grænafell

Popular local hiking area with woodland, mountain scenery, a summit lake and a dramatic gorge beside Grænafell.

2–4 hoursModerate

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Highlands

Grænagil

A colourful gorge on one of the shorter hiking routes around Landmannalaugar.

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North Iceland

Grímsey

Remote inhabited island north of mainland Iceland, famous for enormous seabird colonies and its connection with the Arctic Circle.

Full dayModerate

North Iceland

Grímsey Coast

Wild coastline of Grímsey with dramatic cliffs, open Arctic Ocean views and extraordinary seasonal seabird colonies.

2–4 hoursModerate

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Westfjords

Grímsey Island from Drangsnes

A small island offshore from Drangsnes known for abundant seabird life and seasonal boat excursions.

2–4 hoursEasy

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South Coast

Grófarlækjarfoss

A lesser-known waterfall in the dramatic landscape east of Vík.

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Reykjavík

Grótta

Protected tidal nature reserve at the western tip of Seltjarnarnes, famous for birdlife, black shoreline, sunsets and dark aurora skies.

1–2 hoursEasy

Reykjavík

Grótta Lighthouse

Iconic white lighthouse on Grótta’s tidal island, standing at the western edge of the Reykjavík capital area.

30–60 minutesEasy

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Golden Circle

Great Geysir

The historic hot spring whose name gave the world the word “geyser”.

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North Iceland

Grettir the Strong Memorial

Memorial connected with Grettir Ásmundarson, the outlaw hero of Grettis saga.

30–60 minutesEasy

North Iceland

Grettislaug

Rustic geothermal bathing pool at Reykir on the coast of Skagafjörður, associated with the saga hero Grettir the Strong.

1–2 hoursEasy

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Reykjavík

Grjótaþorpið

Atmospheric cluster of some of Reykjavík’s oldest streets and colourful timber houses tucked between the centre and Old Harbour.

30–60 minutesVery easy

North Iceland

Grjótagjá

Small lava cave containing striking geothermal water near Lake Mývatn, once used for bathing but now a viewing-only attraction.

30–60 minutesModerate

North Iceland

Grund

Historic farm and cultural site in the countryside of Eyjafjörður.

30–60 minutesEasy

North Iceland

Grundarkirkja

Distinctive country church at Grund in Eyjafjörður surrounded by rural northern scenery.

30–60 minutesEasy

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Westfjords

Grunnavík

A remote former settlement area within the Jökulfirðir landscape, reached primarily by boat and on foot.

Half dayChallenging