Things to do - Grindavik

Five Key Places to Visit

Grindavík’s story unfolds through five locations where ongoing volcanic activity has reshaped the landscape since 2023.

Stand before the Defensive Barriers built to redirect lava flows away from the town. Explore The Salt House and Víkurbraut Street, where ground cracking and infrastructure damage led to precautionary evacuations. Walk Efrahóp Street, where lava flows destroyed several homes. Finally, see sections of Bláalónsvegur where new routes now bypass lava fields on the way to the Blue Lagoon.

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Discover Grindavík – with Kristín María

Discover Grindavík is a guided tour led by Kristín María, a local guide born and raised in the town with deep ties to the community and years of experience working for the municipality and serving on the town council. The tour begins with a warm cup of coffee, where Kristín introduces Grindavík as it was before the natural disasters — its development, daily life, and the values that defined the community. From there, she guides visitors through the town to see the visible impact of the eruptions, sharing her own experiences and inviting open conversation along the way.

More than a sightseeing trip, Discover Grindavík is a chance to connect with a real community and witness its resilience during a time of profound change. Before the evacuation, nearly 3,800 people lived in Grindavík; nine eruptions have since occurred in the Sundhnúkur crater row, and around 900 residents remain registered today. In 2019, Grindavík was ranked the happiest municipality in Iceland — a spirit that still defines the town.

Discover Grindavik – with Kristin Maria

Volcano Shuttle

Explore the Reykjanes Peninsula’s fresh lava fields, formed since 2021 when volcanic eruptions began reshaping this corner of Iceland. Super Jeep tours navigate this rugged terrain. This is your chance to get up close to some of Earth’s newest geological formations — no hiking required.

Hop aboard the Volcano Shuttle

ATV / Quad Bike Adventure

Born from expeditions across the Reykjanes Peninsula, this family-run operation lets visitors explore Iceland’s nature on ATVs. Ride through volcanic landscapes and lava fields with guides who know every trail, including areas shaped by the 2023–2024 Sundhnúkur eruptions.

Find your ATV adventure

Kristinsson Handmade

Meet Vignir Kristinsson, a craftsman whose passion for woodworking has brought character and warmth to many Icelandic homes. In his workshop, set inside the house he built himself in central Grindavík, he creates furniture and interiors from solid natural wood, inspired by good ideas, honesty and simple, strong design.

Having lived through the town’s evacuation, he is back at work, happy to be creating again and always ready to welcome visitors for a conversation.

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Blue Lagoon

The Blue Lagoon needs no introduction as Iceland’s most famous geothermal destination. Here, the geothermal source originates 2,000 meters (about 6,600 feet) underground at 240 °C (464 °F) and cools naturally to 37–39 °C by the time it reaches the surface.

After exploring Grindavik, relax and let the mineral-rich lagoon soothe your muscles.

And now… relax

Food & Drink

Shaped by the sea and volcanic earth, Grindavik offers fresh flavors rooted in its fishing heritage. With access to some of Iceland’s richest waters, local kitchens serve up everything from perfectly grilled catch-of-the-day to steaming lobster soup.

Do not leave town without tasting these simple, satisfying dishes that celebrates the quality of every ingredient.

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