Things to Do in Reykjavik This Summer

Summer is the most popular time to visit Reykjavik, with almost 24 hours of daylight, mild weather, and a busy schedule of open-air entertainment. To make the most of your trip, see below for our top picks of what to see and do in Reykjavik this summer.
Admire natural wonders such as Gullfoss waterfall, the Geysir geyser, the Secret Lagoon, and the Haukadalur lava fields on a full-day Golden Circle tour.
Trek through Vatnajökull National Park, around the Landmannalaugar mountains, or into the heart of Thrihnukagigur volcano.
Take a dip in one of Reykjavik’s open-air, heated swimming pools or bathe in the steamy Blue Lagoon hot springs.
Soar over Reykjavik on a helicopter tour and touch down on the peak of Mt. Esja.
Mount up for a horseback riding tour and admire Iceland’s volcanic landscapes from the back of an Icelandic horse.
Experience the magic of the midnight sun on an evening whale watching cruise from Reykjavik and spot humpback whales, dolphins, and porpoises in their natural environment.
Get your adrenaline pumping as you snorkel through the Silfra fissure in Thingvellir National Park and explore the Gjábakkahellir lava cave.
Discover the natural wonders of Iceland’s southern coast including the black-sand beach of Vik, the Skogafoss and Seljalandsfoss waterfalls, and Mýrdalsjökull glacier.
15 Tours and Activities

Golden Circle Day Trip with Kerid Volcanic Crater from Reykjavik

South Iceland Glaciers, Waterfalls and Black Sand Beach Day Tour from Reykjavik

Golden Circle Classic Day Trip from Reykjavik

Day Trip to the Glacier Lagoon: Jökulsárlón from Reykjavik

Small-Group Golden Circle and Kerid Volcanic Crater Day Trip from Reykjavik

Small-Group Golden Circle Tour and Secret Lagoon Visit from Reykjavik

Icelandic Horseback Riding Tour from Reykjavik

Small-Group Snorkeling in Silfra with Transfer & Free photos Included

South Coast Highlights & Glacier Hiking Small Group Tour From Reykjavik

South Coast Classic Day Trip from Reykjavik with Guide and Touchscreen Audio

Mountain Helicopter Tour with Summit Landing from Reykjavik

Whale-Watching Tour from Reykjavik

Reykjavik City Walking Tour

Magical Whales in the Midnight Sun | from Reykjavik
