Iceland Itinerary
The Perfect 11-Day Reykjavik Itinerary
Reykjavik 🇮🇸 · Built from 4 real traveler plans · 40 spots
Reykjavik is one of the most-planned destinations on Triply. We took 4 real traveler itineraries and distilled them into this 11-day plan — built around the 40+ places people actually saved, ranked by how often they show up. No filler, no tourist traps nobody bookmarks: just the spots real travelers keep choosing for Reykjavik.
11-Day Reykjavik Itinerary
Day 1
A UNESCO World Heritage site where the Althing, Iceland's parliament, was founded in 930 AD, and a visible rift valley where tectonic plates meet.
Home to the Great Geysir and its active neighbor Strokkur, which erupts every few minutes, shooting hot water high into the air.
Reykjavík's iconic Lutheran parish church, known for its unique concrete architecture and panoramic city views from its tower.
Day 2
A spectacular promontory with a massive arch, offering panoramic views of the coastline, black sand beaches, and often puffins during nesting season.
A stunning concert hall and conference center with a distinctive glass facade, offering beautiful views of the harbor and city.
Day 3
A unique golden sand beach where cold sea water is mixed with hot geothermal water, creating a pleasant bathing temperature.
A stunning glacial lagoon filled with icebergs breaking off from the Breiðamerkurjökull glacier, often with seals swimming among them.
Day 4
A charming fishing village with dramatic basalt cliffs, rock formations, and a natural stone arch, home to many seabirds.
Day 5
A black pebble beach with fascinating rock formations and remnants of a shipwreck, known for its lifting stones used by fishermen to test their strength.
Day 6
A distinctive dome-shaped building set on a hill, housing a nature exhibition, observation deck, and a man-made ice cave.
Embark on a boat tour from Reykjavik's Old Harbour to spot whales, dolphins, and various seabirds in their natural habitat.
This scenic lake occupies a volcanic crater formed circa 4,000 BC & is reachable by foot.
Day 7
A research institute focused on Icelandic language, literature, and medieval manuscripts, including the famous Icelandic sagas.
A magnificent glacial lagoon filled with icebergs breaking off from the Breiðamerkurjökull glacier, a truly iconic Icelandic sight.
Day 8
Top Things to Do in Reykjavik
- Seljalandsfoss — ★ 4.8 (saved by 4 travelers)
- Þingvellir National Park — ★ 4.7 (saved by 4 travelers)A UNESCO World Heritage site where the Althing, Iceland's parliament, was founded in 930 AD, and a visible rift valley where tectonic plates meet.
- Geysir — ★ 4.7 (saved by 4 travelers)Home to the Great Geysir and its active neighbor Strokkur, which erupts every few minutes, shooting hot water high into the air.
- Gunnuhver Thermal Area — ★ 4.6 (saved by 4 travelers)
- Hallgrímskirkja — ★ 4.6 (saved by 4 travelers)Reykjavík's iconic Lutheran parish church, known for its unique concrete architecture and panoramic city views from its tower.
- Diamond Beach — ★ 4.8 (saved by 3 travelers)
- Dyrhólaey — ★ 4.8 (saved by 3 travelers)A spectacular promontory with a massive arch, offering panoramic views of the coastline, black sand beaches, and often puffins during nesting season.
- Harpa — ★ 4.7 (saved by 3 travelers)A stunning concert hall and conference center with a distinctive glass facade, offering beautiful views of the harbor and city.
Where to Eat in Reykjavik
- Bæjarins Beztu Pylsur — ★ 4.1
Reykjavik Travel FAQ
How many days do you need in Reykjavik?
Most travelers planning Reykjavik on Triply spend about 11 days there. That's enough to cover the top sights — Seljalandsfoss, Þingvellir National Park, Geysir — without rushing.
What are the top things to do in Reykjavik?
Based on 4 real Reykjavik itineraries, the most-saved spots are Seljalandsfoss, Þingvellir National Park, Geysir, Gunnuhver Thermal Area, Hallgrímskirkja, Gullfoss Waterfall.
Is Reykjavik worth visiting?
Reykjavik is one of the most-planned destinations on Triply, with 4 traveler itineraries covering 40+ spots — so yes, there's plenty to fill a 11-day trip.
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