North Iceland
Arctic Henge
Monumental stone artwork above Raufarhöfn inspired by Norse mythology, astronomy and the changing Arctic light.
1–2 hoursEasy
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Westfjords
Arnardalur
A quiet coastal and valley landscape around Skutulsfjörður near Ísafjörður.
30–60 minutesEasy
Explore this place →Westfjords
Arnarfjörður
One of the great fjords of the Westfjords, surrounded by steep mountains, waterfalls, isolated valleys and some of the region’s most dramatic scenery.
2–4 hoursVery easy
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Arnarhóll
Small central hill topped by a statue of Reykjavík’s traditional first settler and offering views towards Harpa and the harbour.
Under 30 minutesEasy
Explore this place →Snæfellsnes
Arnarstapi
A small coastal village surrounded by some of Snæfellsnes’ most dramatic sea cliffs and formations.
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Arnarstapi Coast
A spectacular protected coastline of cliffs, arches, caves and lava formations.
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Explore this place →North Iceland
Arnarvatnsheiði
Remote lake-filled Highland plateau south of Húnaflói characterised by open wilderness and exceptional solitude.
Full dayChallenging
Explore this place →North Iceland
Askja
Vast volcanic caldera in Dyngjufjöll containing Öskjuvatn and the Víti explosion crater.
Full dayChallenging
Explore this place →East Iceland
Asknes
Remote remains of a huge Norwegian whaling station that was once among the largest facilities of its kind in the world.
1–2 hoursModerate
Explore this place →Westfjords
Atlaskarð
A remote mountain pass used on wilderness routes through Hornstrandir.
Half dayChallenging
Explore this place →East Iceland
Atlavík
Beautiful wooded cove on the shore of Lagarfljót within Hallormsstaðaskógur, popular for picnics, camping and lakeside views.
30–60 minutesVery easy
Explore this place →North Iceland
Auðunarstofa
Reconstructed historic building beside Hólar Cathedral reflecting the medieval ecclesiastical history of the site.
30–60 minutesEasy
Explore this place →Reykjavík
Aurora Reykjavík
Dedicated northern-lights centre explaining the science, mythology, forecasting and photography of the aurora borealis.
1–2 hoursVery easy
Explore this place →East Iceland
Auroras Iceland
Northern-lights photography exhibition inside historic Wathne’s House featuring auroras captured around Fáskrúðsfjörður.
30–60 minutesVery easy
Explore this place →East Iceland
Austdalur to Skálanes
Easy lowland coastal hike from Austdalur towards the Skálanes nature reserve at the mouth of Seyðisfjörður.
2–4 hoursEasy
Explore this place →Reykjavík
Austurstræti
One of the principal streets of Reykjavík’s historic centre, linking the old commercial district with Austurvöllur and Alþingi.
Under 30 minutesVery easy
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Austurvöllur
Historic central square opposite Alþingi, surrounded by some of Reykjavík’s most important buildings, cafés and restaurants.
Under 30 minutesVery easy
Explore this place →East Iceland
Álfaborg
Rocky hill beside Bakkagerði traditionally believed to be the home of Iceland’s queen of the elves, with an easy trail to a panoramic viewpoint.
30–60 minutesEasy
Explore this place →East Iceland
Álfkonusteinn
Easy countryside walk from Bustarfell to a large boulder associated with one of Vopnafjörður’s traditional elf legends.
1–2 hoursEasy
Explore this place →East Iceland
Álftafjörður
Large shallow tidal lagoon surrounded by steep mountains and remote valleys on the southern edge of East Iceland.
30–60 minutesNot applicable
Explore this place →North Iceland
Ánastaðastapi
Distinctive coastal rock formation on the Vatnsnes Peninsula and a quieter scenic stop on the peninsula circuit.
30–60 minutesEasy
Explore this place →Westfjords
Árnes
A historic location in Árneshreppur associated with two churches and the long history of settlement in northern Strandir.
30–60 minutesEasy
Explore this place →Westfjords
Árnes Church
A church at Árnes reflecting the long history of settlement and worship in remote northern Strandir.
Under 30 minutesVery easy
Explore this place →North Iceland
Árnes Museum
Preserved historic house representing domestic life and local history in Skagaströnd.
30–60 minutesEasy
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