Northern Europe

Iceland

A volcanic island of waterfalls, glaciers, black-sand beaches and geothermal pools, where the northern lights and midnight sun frame a small, welcoming capital.

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Before you plan: Weather, road conditions and volcanic activity can change quickly and close roads or areas; check road.is and safetravel.is before travelling, and follow local warnings at beaches and glaciers.

Capital
Reykjavík
Languages
Icelandic
Currency
Icelandic króna (ISK)
Best time to go
June to August for midnight sun and open highland roads; September to March for northern lights; shoulder months for fewer crowds.

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Church, mosque or temple in Iceland

Church, mosque or temple

Hallgrímskirkja

Reykjavík, Iceland

Reykjavík's tall, rocket-like church, with a tower you can ride up for rooftop views.

Church, mosque or temple

Akureyri Church

Akureyri, Iceland

A distinctive church on a hill above Akureyri, reached by a wide flight of steps, with stained-glass windows.

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