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# Gullfoss

![Gullfoss Waterfall featuring mist or fog, a gorge or canyon and a waterfall](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/128000/128541-Gullfoss-Waterfall.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

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## Visit Gullfoss

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#### Part of a nature reserve, this waterfall crashing into a deep canyon is among the country’s most iconic features.

Witness the power of the water of River Hvita plunging into a deep crevice at Gullfoss Waterfall. As an integral part of Iceland’s Golden Circle route, the huge cascade is among the county’s most visited landmarks. Get a closer look at the various stages of this great waterfall.

Take one of the many Iceland tours that feature the waterfall as a highlight. These include bus tours around the Golden Circle and river rafting toward the cascades. Walk on the path along the green banks of the river to reach the waterfall. The viewpoint closest to the tremendous site is on a rock that juts out toward the water. Capture photos of this phenomenal triumph of nature with a backdrop of brown and green plains.

A wooden deck farther back from the waterfall provides a vista from above. Listen to the ferocious roar of the water plummeting over a cliff. Hike through the seemingly endless fields in pleasant countryside, which is a stark contrast from city life.

Approach the waterfall from the surrounding green meadows. From here it seems that the river simply vanishes from the earth. With a closer view, the 105-foot (32-metre) drop into which the water plunges becomes visible.

Enjoy a meal at the site’s restaurant, which is famous for its meat soup. Try to spot a rainbow hovering over the falls on a sunny day.

See the stone memorial to Sigriour Tomasdottir, who is said to have threatened to throw herself into the crevice to preserve the waterfall in the late 1800s.

The water appears more powerful in summer and dries up slightly in winter. The Hvita River is fed by one of Iceland’s largest glaciers, the Langjokull. See if you recognise the site. It has become such an icon of Iceland that it is featured in music clips and other artistic references.

Gulfoss Waterfall is 24 miles (39 kilometres) northeast of [Laugarvatn](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Laugarvatn.d6060225.Holidays-City-Breaks) in southwestern Iceland. Drive past [Geysir Hot Springs](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Geysir-Hot-Springs-Blaskogabyggd.d6062481.Attraction) on the 30-minute journey to the waterfall. A parking lot beside the waterfall provides ample spaces.

## Plan a trip to see Gullfoss

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![The Hvítá Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116510000/116502200/116502176/b6fc33e1_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

### The Hvítá Inn

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£306

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18 Jan - 23 Jan

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Birmingham (BHX) to Reykjavik (KEF)

8/10 Very Good! (4 reviews)

The good:Nicely renovated guesthouse, decorated in mid-century style. Good breakfast buffet. The bad: On a gravel road off the main highway. Only pizza available for dinner.

Reviewed on 26 Sept 2025

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Downtown Reykjavik

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£344

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8 Mar - 12 Mar

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Edinburgh (EDI) to Reykjavik (KEF)

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![Downtown Baldursbrá Holiday Home](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110320000/110310700/110310639/7bfc1ce0_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

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Downtown Reykjavik

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25 Jan - 29 Jan

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Edinburgh (EDI) to Reykjavik (KEF)

8/10 Very Good! (1 review)

Overall it was a good space for the 6 people that we had. Kitchen was handy. I recommend that they have mirrors in each bedroom considering that there is only one bathroom. It would be nice to have some extra trash bags.

Reviewed on 31 Aug 2025

### Popular places to visit

![Gullfoss Waterfall featuring mist or fog, a gorge or canyon and a waterfall](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/128000/128541-Gullfoss-Waterfall.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Tungufell

You can find out about the history of Hrunamannahreppur with a stop at Tungufell. Discover the area's waterfalls and restaurants. 

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Tungufell-Hrunamannahreppur.d6192560.Attraction)

![Geysir Hot Springs showing a hot spring](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/128000/128013-Laugarvatn.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Geysir Hot Springs

4.5/5(23 reviews)

Traverse this dramatic field of more than a dozen geysers and simmering mud pits resembling the end of the world.

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Geysir-Hot-Springs-Blaskogabyggd.d6062481.Attraction)

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#### Strokkur

4.5/5(8 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Strokkur during your travels in Bláskógabyggd. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants. 

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Strokkur-Blaskogabyggd.d6062483.Attraction)

![Secret Lagoon](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/c9e7d473bb22f66b6741b626896216e9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Secret Lagoon

4.5/5(14 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Secret Lagoon during your travels in Fludir. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area. 

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Secret-Lagoon-Hrunamannahreppur.d553248635950836844.Attraction)

![Skalholt Cathedral](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/dd84a9533200025d0d357582f833edc3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Skalholt Cathedral

5/5(1 review)

After visiting Skalholt Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Bláskógabyggd. While in this quaint area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants. 

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Skalholt-Cathedral-Blaskogabyggd.d6102078.Attraction)

![Laugarvatn Fontana](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/2c5996b1202265617080e30e6eb9f492.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Laugarvatn Fontana

4.5/5(3 reviews)

You can take time to visit Laugarvatn Fontana during your travels to Laugarvatn. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants. 

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Laugarvatn-Fontana-Blaskogabyggd.d553248635974593503.Attraction)

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