Southern Region Travel Guide

Iceland

A waterfall cascading down a cliff into a valley with a river flowing through it.
A waterfall cascading down a rocky cliff into a river.
A lighthouse with a red top, white walls, and a small door.
A rocky shoreline with large boulders and a calm sea.
A waterfall cascading down a rocky cliff into a river.

Popular cities in Southern Region

A coastal scene with a rocky cliff, a beach, and a lighthouse in the distance.
Vik I Myrdal
Known for Dining, Beaches and Sea
Stroll along the volcanic sand of a black beach, climb to the top of the cliffs and enjoy views of stacks and arches on Iceland’s southern coast.

Reasons to visit

  • Black Sand Beach
  • Black Beach
  • Dyrhólaey
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A waterfall cascading down a steep cliff surrounded by lush green hills.
Rangárþing eystra
Head to sights like Seljalandsfoss and Skogafoss as you discover Rangárþing eystra.

Reasons to visit

  • Skogafoss
  • Seljalandsfoss
  • Eyjafjallajokull
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A large crater with a lake surrounded by mountains.
Rangárþing ytra
Check out the local area in Rangárþing ytra—home to attractions like Fjallabak Nature Reserve and Landmannalaugar.

Reasons to visit

  • Landmannalaugar
  • Lake Frostastdavatn
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Bláskógabyggd
Venture to sights like Geysir Hot Springs and Laugarvatn Fontana as you discover Bláskógabyggd.

Reasons to visit

  • Thingvellir National Park
  • Geysir Hot Springs
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Kirkjubaejarklaustur
Known for Dining, Friendly people and Northern lights
Quaint Kirkjubaejarklaustur awaits: its glaciers, hiking, bars and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Fjarðrárgljúfur
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Selfoss
Known for Friendly people, Northern lights and Secluded
Secluded Selfoss awaits: its waterfalls, hiking, adventures and more!
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Black Sand Beach

9.8/10 (1,665 reviews)
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Black Sand Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Vik I Myrdal. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
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