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South Coast

Vestrahorn

A jagged mountain rising directly above the black-sand coast at Stokksnes.

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South Coast

Vestrahorn Beach

The black-sand and dune coastline beneath Vestrahorn.

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VNorth Iceland

North Iceland

Vesturdalur

Central Jökulsárgljúfur valley used as the main access area for Hljóðaklettar, Rauðhólar and several longer canyon hikes.

Half dayModerate

VReykjavík

Reykjavík

Viðey Island

Historic island just offshore from Reykjavík combining walking trails, birdlife, historic buildings and internationally significant public art.

Half dayEasy

East Iceland

Viðfjörður

Remote deserted fjord south of Norðfjörður known for wilderness hiking and a long tradition of eerie local ghost stories.

Half dayModerate

South Coast

Viking Village Film Set

A constructed Viking-style village at Stokksnes originally created as a film set.

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VNorth Iceland

North Iceland

Vikraborgir

Volcanic crater area beside the main visitor access point for walking towards Askja, Öskjuvatn and Víti.

30–60 minutesModerate

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North Iceland

Vindbelgur

Distinctive mountain beside Lake Mývatn offering one of the best elevated views across the lake and volcanic landscape.

2–4 hoursModerate

South Coast

Virkisjökull

An outlet glacier descending from Öræfajökull in southeastern Iceland.

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East Iceland

Virkisvík

Remote coastal cove where colourful sediments, basalt formations and a waterfall meet steep sea cliffs.

1–2 hoursModerate

VEast Iceland

East Iceland

Vopnafjarðarkirkja

Historic church in Vopnafjörður village dating from the early twentieth century.

Under 30 minutesVery easy

East Iceland

Vopnafjörður

Quiet East Iceland fishing village surrounded by mountains, valleys, salmon rivers and a wild stretch of coastline.

1–2 hoursVery easy

East Iceland

Vopnfirðingasaga Monument

Saga-era historic site near Hof where archaeological remains dating from the settlement period have been uncovered.

Under 30 minutesEasy

WEast IcelandHIDDEN GEM

East Iceland

Waterfall Trail

Long hiking route through the remote upper Fljótsdalur landscape linking a remarkable series of waterfalls.

Full dayChallenging

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Westfjords

Westfjords Heritage Museum

A museum in Ísafjörður exploring the maritime, fishing and everyday heritage of communities throughout the Westfjords.

1–2 hoursVery easy

WReykjavík

Reykjavík

Whales of Iceland

Immersive marine-life exhibition featuring 23 life-size models of whale species found in Icelandic waters.

1–2 hoursVery easy

WEast Iceland

East Iceland

Wilderness Center of Iceland

Remote cultural and outdoor centre at the edge of the Highlands combining exhibitions, historic accommodation, food and wilderness activities.

2–4 hoursEasy

WSouth Coast

South Coast

Wildlife Museum

A small museum collection focused on wildlife and natural history.

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WReykjavík

Reykjavík

World in Words

State-of-the-art exhibition displaying original Icelandic medieval manuscripts containing the sagas and stories of Norse mythology.

1–2 hoursVery easy

North Iceland

Ystafell Transportation Museum

Distinctive museum displaying historic Icelandic cars, trucks, machinery and other vehicles at Ystafell.

1–2 hoursEasy

North Iceland

Ystafell Waterfall

Small waterfall in the Ystafell area of Þingeyjarsveit, away from North Iceland’s major waterfall stops.

30–60 minutesEasy

North Iceland

Ytra-Lón

Wetland and coastal landscape on Langanes known for tranquillity and abundant birdlife.

1–2 hoursEasy

YSnæfellsnes

Snæfellsnes

Ytri Tunga Beach

A golden-sand beach particularly well known as a place to observe seals from shore.

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North Iceland

Ytrivogar

Lakeside wetland area around Mývatn valued for birdlife and quiet volcanic scenery.

30–60 minutesEasy