10 Amazing Stops on the Golden Circle

The Golden Circle is Iceland's most popular tourist route. The circle takes less than a day to drive and takes you to some of the country's most magnificent attractions, such as Gullfoss Waterfall and the iconic Geysir.

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10 Stops on the Golden Circle 💫

10 Stops on the Golden Circle 💫

Driving the complete Golden Circle takes less than three hours. Hence, there should be plenty of time for pit stops. Here's what I recommend:

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Friðheimar

Nina:Friðheimar is a greenhouse/restaurant that specializes in organic tomatoes and herbs. The perfect place to stop for a healthy lunch.

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Laugarvatn Fontana

Nina:A luxurious geothermal spa by the lakeside. An ideal way to unwind after a long drive.

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Kerid Crater

Nina:Kerið is a volcanic crater filled with aquamarine water. The crater lake is spectacular, both in summer and in winter when it occasionally freezes over. It takes just around ten minutes to explore, which makes it a perfect pit stop on the Golden Circle.

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Arctic Rafting

Nina:Rafting is a thrilling, yet family-friendly activity which can easily be fitted into your Golden Circle itinerary.

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Hveragerði

Nina:The town of Hveragerði is a fantastic last stop on the Golden Circle. If you're looking for some place nice to have dinner, try either Ölverk Pizza & Brewery or Matkrain , which specializes in Scandi-style open faced sandwiches.

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Bragginn Studio

Nina:Bragginn is a Ceramic Studio located in an ex army-barrack ('braggi' in Icelandic). Check out Bragginn's Facebook page for events, cooking courses and visits to the ceramic studio.

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Sólheimar Ecovillage

Nina:Solheimar eco-village is a community of disabled residents, that focuses on sustainability, arts and creativity. It has a lovely cafe, shop and a gallery. I've been to Solheimar several times and I think it's such a fantastic place to visit.

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Snorkeling in Silfra: In between Two Continents

Nina:Snorkeling doesn't get much more unique than this. Silfra is a fissure located in Thingvellir National Park, right between the tectonic plates of Eurasia and America.