Things to do in Skutustadir

Activities, attractions and tours

Myvatn featuring mist or fog
Dimmuborgir showing tranquil scenes and autumn leaves
Myvatn Nature Baths featuring a hot spring and a luxury hotel or resort as well as a small group of people
Dimmuborgir which includes tranquil scenes
Dimmuborgir

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1. Lake Myvatn

Discover a lunar-like landscape of craters, geothermal caves, bubbling mud pools, sulphur springs and twisted rock formations when you explore the area around Lake Myvatn. This large body of fresh water was formed more than 2,000 years ago by a massive eruption, and the surroundings are still volcanically active.
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Myvatn which includes a lake or waterhole and a sunset

2. Myvatn Nature Baths

Mývatn Nature Baths consists of a lagoon fed by natural hot springs amid picturesque terrain. Feel rising jets of vapor engulf you in the steam room, before you relax in the warm waters of the vast pool. The baths draw hot water from a depth of 8,200 feet (2,500 meters) below the ground.
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Myvatn Nature Baths featuring a hot spring and a luxury hotel or resort as well as a small group of people

3. Godafoss

One of Iceland’s most famous attractions, Godafoss is a glorious arch of falls with a width of 98 feet (30 meters). The roar of the line of water smashing through the river surface below is as loud as the waterfall is picturesque. Clamber over precarious rocks for a view from above the falls.
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Godafoss featuring a waterfall and mist or fog

4. Dettifoss

Dettifoss is a powerful tour de force with an extraordinary rush of foamy water spiraling down a cliff. The roaring waterfall drops a distance of 147 feet (45 meters) and has a width of 328 feet (100 meters). Hike around the picturesque region to reach the waterfall and admire its vastness.
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Dettifoss showing a waterfall

5. Dimmuborgir

The lava fields of Dimmuborgir are known for their otherworldly shapes and formations. Since its volcanic caves resemble collapsed human ruins, the site was given the Icelandic name for “Dark Forts.” It is a unique structure in the world, as the only known site with this type of landmass.
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Dimmuborgir showing caves

6. Namafjall

The steamy jets and barren hills of Námafjall are reminiscent of an apocalyptic scene from a movie. Some compare the experience to walking on a distant planet, due to its strong smell of sulfur and lack of any vegetation. Spot the many fumaroles and bubbling mud pits that give this region its otherworldly character.
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Get used to the overpowering odor of sulfur in this unearthly place, where steam hisses, mud bubbles and hot water accumulates.

What to do in Skutustadir

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Myvatn which includes a lake or waterhole and a sunset

Lake Myvatn

Explore the caves, craters, lava fields and curiously shaped rock formations at this volcanic wonderland in the north of Iceland.

Lake Myvatn
Myvatn Nature Baths featuring a hot spring and a luxury hotel or resort as well as a small group of people

Myvatn Nature Baths

Relax with a massage in the geothermal pools and enjoy a bath over natural steam jets in this scenic site.

Myvatn Nature Baths
Dimmuborgir showing caves

Dimmuborgir

Make your way around this strange world of bubbles and hollow castles formed millennia ago by lava beside a lake.

Dimmuborgir
Hverfjall Crater

Hverfjall Crater

Explore the great outdoors at Hverfjall Crater, a lovely green space in Skutustadir. Wander the area's lakeside or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Hverfjall Crater
Namafjall

Namafjall

Get used to the overpowering odor of sulfur in this unearthly place, where steam hisses, mud bubbles and hot water accumulates.

Namafjall
Grotagja Cave

Grotagja Cave

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Grotagja Cave during your travels in Reykjahlíð. Stroll along the area's lakeside or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.

Grotagja Cave

Hverarondor Hverir

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Hverarondor Hverir during your travels in Myvatn. Wander the area's lakeside or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Hverarondor Hverir

Pseudo Craters

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Pseudo Craters during your travels in Skutustadir. Stroll along the area's lakeside or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Pseudo Craters

Frequently asked questions

Is Skutustadir worth visiting?
From shopping to history and outdoor pursuits, there are plenty of great things to do in Skutustadir. Be sure to discover the area's blend of awesome attractions, local charm and culture.
How do I spend a day in Skutustadir?
Once you've visited key attractions like Krafla and Grotagja Cave, spend the rest of your day experiencing Skutustadir's shopping and dining scene.
What is the top tourist attraction in Skutustadir?
Hverarondor Hverir is one of the top tourist attractions in Skutustadir and deserves a spot on every sightseeing itinerary of the area.
Is three days enough to stay in Skutustadir?
Three days will give you enough time to tick off the leading city highlights, including Hverarondor Hverir, Krafla and Grotagja Cave. The average stay in Skutustadir is two days. If you have the urge to extend your holiday, Myvatn isn't far away.
What are some activities to do in Skutustadir with kids?
Whether you're holidaying with tiny adventurers or hard-to-please teens, a schedule filled with fun activities makes all the difference. Check out our recommendations for what to do in Skutustadir with kids.

What to do in Skutustadir for adults?
Adults of all ages will find lots of things to do in Skutustadir. Whether you're into traditional cuisine, outdoor activities or just love exploring new destinations, there's something here for everyone.
Are there free things to do in Skutustadir?
One of the easiest ways to learn about free things to do in Skutustadir is to chat to a local tour guide. You'll get insider recommendations on hip neighbourhoods, parks and other hotspots you can visit without getting your cash out. Hverarondor Hverir is one sight that doesn't have an entrance fee.