8 days in Reykjavik Itinerary

Reykjavik, the world's most northerly capital, effortlessly combines small-town charm with heaps of big city energy.

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Reykjavik: Strokkur (in Geysir), Thermal Spas (in Grindavik) and Blaskogabyggd (Haukadalur & Gullfoss Falls). Spend the 13th (Sun) wandering through the wild on a nature and wildlife tour. Make the 16th (Wed) an unforgettable day with an extreme tour. And it doesn't end there: take in the architecture and atmosphere at Hallgrimskirkja, get outside with Outdoor Activities, take a stroll through Laugavegur, and paddle through the water with a kayaking and canoeing tour.

To see where to stay, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read our Reykjavik driving holiday planning site.

If you are flying in from United Kingdom, the closest major aiport is Keflavik International Airport. In December in Reykjavik, expect temperatures between 2°C during the day and -3°C at night.