Places of Interest
Iceland Hotels
Iceland is rich in Nordic natural wonder and cultural charm, and is well-known for its spas, particularly the Blue Lagoon resort in Grindavik’s lava fields. Staying in one of the many hotels in Iceland? There are many attractions for you to enjoy. Dive in the geothermal cone, Stryta, or bathe at Nautholsvik beach, or whale watch on the North Atlantic Ocean. Reikjavik is where you will find hip music, dining, and shopping. Reikjavik also offers a great selection of Iceland hotels, including Hotel Reikjavik, Hotel Keflavik, and luxurious Hotel Borg.
Iceland Quick Picks and Tips
Convention Center
Reikjavik’s iconic glass Harpa serves as a concert and conference hall. It is home to the Iceland Symphony, Icelandic Opera, as well as several exhibitions, displaying Harpa’s many paintings, sculptures, and photography.
Dining
Savour lamb and seafood, including cod, herring, shrimp, and shark. Reikjavik shares an extraordinary mélange of flavors. For Icelandic dishes, visit 3 Frakkar restaurant, Einar Ben restaurant, and Café Loki. For exotic tastes, dine at Restaurant Argentina, Café Paris, and the Italian Caruso.Major point of interest
Stand by thundering waterfalls and some of the world’s largest glaciers in Europe’s largest national park, Vatnajökull. Iceland’s black desert, Ingolfshofdi, is a world famous destination.
Shopping
Major retail stores are in Reikjavik’s Kringlan mall. Art-shops, bookstores, and clothing-boutiques are along Reikjavik’s Austurstraeti Street. Pick up handcrafted Icelandic wool knits at the Thingborg Wool Centre in Selfoss.
Sports
Ice and mountain climbing is especially popular in Iceland, with the Skaftafell National Park as a favorite among adventurers. Eyjafjallajökull is a majestic volcano destination for mountaineering.
