12 days in Reykjavik Itinerary

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

Venture out of the city with trips to Gljufrabui Waterfalls (in Skogar), Kotstrandarkirkja (in Olfuss) and Hella (Hekla Centre & Litla Lopasjoppan). There's still lots to do: surround yourself with nature on a nature and wildlife tour, get engrossed in the history at National Museum of Iceland, see the interesting displays at Landnámssýningin/The Settlement Exhibition, and take in the natural beauty of Strokkur.

To see reviews, traveler tips, and other tourist information, you can read our Reykjavik trip planner.

Expect a daytime high around 13°C in September, and nighttime lows around 7°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Thu) to allow time to travel back home.