Reykjavík Area Islands

16 islands in Reykjavík Area, led by Viðey and Engey. All mapped with drive times, directions, and live road conditions.

Top islands in Reykjavík Area

The region's stand-outs — each with photos, facts, and its own page.

Viðey

Island in Reykjavík harbor, a few minutes by ferry. Urban escape without leaving the capital area. Historic buildings from Iceland's early colonial period. Yoko Ono's Imagine Peace Tower lights up autumn and winter nights. Hiking trails circle the island with views back to Reykjavík. A restaurant operates in the historic village. Ferry from Skarfabakki pier. Easy half-day trip when you want nature without a long drive.

1.7 km²

Engey

Engey is the second largest island of the Kollafjörður fjord in western Iceland. Located north of the capital Reykjavík, the uninhabited island is 1.7 kilometres (5,600 ft) in length and around 400 metres (1,300 ft) in width. To the northern end of the island, a lighthouse, first built in 1902, is located. The lighthouse was damaged and later restored in 1937. The name is composed of -ey, meaning small island, & -eng, meaning meadow or uncut grassland. Icelandic island, part of the archipelago surrounding the main island. Access depends on ferry schedules and weather. Check connections before planning visits.

< 1 km²

Akurey

Another puffin colony island near Reykjavík. Part of the Reykjavík harbor bird islands. Boat tours combine Akurey and Lundey for puffin viewing. Convenient for time-limited visitors. The birds nest in burrows on the grassy slopes. Late summer sees chicks fledging.

< 1 km²

Grótta

Grótta is a tied island at the extreme end of Seltjarnarnes in the Capital Region of Iceland. During high tide the tombolo is completely submerged, turning Grótta into an island. Icelandic island, part of the archipelago surrounding the main island. Many islands have limited or no facilities. Come prepared with supplies.

1393 km²

Lundey

Puffin Island near Reykjavík - one of the closest places to see puffins from the capital. Boat tours don't land but circle close enough for puffin photography. Best May-August when birds are present. Several operators run tours from Reykjavík harbor. Easy option if you don't have time for the south coast or Westman Islands.

< 1 km²

Distances between them

16 islands in Reykjavík Area

Örfirisey

Icelandic island, part of the archipelago surrounding the main island. Weather can strand visitors on small islands. Allow flexibility in your schedule.

Þerney

Icelandic island, part of the archipelago surrounding the main island. Many islands have limited or no facilities. Come prepared with supplies.

Sandey

Icelandic island, part of the archipelago surrounding the main island. Many islands have limited or no facilities. Come prepared with supplies.

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Þjótarsker

Icelandic island, part of the archipelago surrounding the main island. Access depends on ferry schedules and weather. Check connections before planning visits.

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Brekkuboði

Icelandic island, part of the archipelago surrounding the main island. Access depends on ferry schedules and weather. Check connections before planning visits.

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Midafellsboði

Icelandic island, part of the archipelago surrounding the main island. Some islands require boat tours as there's no scheduled ferry. Book ahead.

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Jörundarboði

Icelandic island, part of the archipelago surrounding the main island. Bird colonies are sensitive. Respect nesting areas and keep distance from wildlife.

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Bygggarðsboði

Icelandic island, part of the archipelago surrounding the main island. Some islands require boat tours as there's no scheduled ferry. Book ahead.

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Grandi

Icelandic island, part of the archipelago surrounding the main island. Many islands have limited or no facilities. Come prepared with supplies.

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Engeyjarrif

Icelandic island, part of the archipelago surrounding the main island. Many islands have limited or no facilities. Come prepared with supplies.

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Akureyjarrif

Icelandic island, part of the archipelago surrounding the main island. Bird colonies are sensitive. Respect nesting areas and keep distance from wildlife.

Viðey

Island in Reykjavík harbor, a few minutes by ferry. Urban escape without leaving the capital area. Historic buildings from Iceland's early colonial period. Yoko Ono's Imagine Peace Tower lights up autumn and winter nights. Hiking trails circle the island with views back to Reykjavík. A restaurant operates in the historic village. Ferry from Skarfabakki pier. Easy half-day trip when you want nature without a long drive.

1.7 km²

Engey

Engey is the second largest island of the Kollafjörður fjord in western Iceland. Located north of the capital Reykjavík, the uninhabited island is 1.7 kilometres (5,600 ft) in length and around 400 metres (1,300 ft) in width. To the northern end of the island, a lighthouse, first built in 1902, is located. The lighthouse was damaged and later restored in 1937. The name is composed of -ey, meaning small island, & -eng, meaning meadow or uncut grassland. Icelandic island, part of the archipelago surrounding the main island. Access depends on ferry schedules and weather. Check connections before planning visits.

< 1 km²

Akurey

Another puffin colony island near Reykjavík. Part of the Reykjavík harbor bird islands. Boat tours combine Akurey and Lundey for puffin viewing. Convenient for time-limited visitors. The birds nest in burrows on the grassy slopes. Late summer sees chicks fledging.

< 1 km²

Grótta

Grótta is a tied island at the extreme end of Seltjarnarnes in the Capital Region of Iceland. During high tide the tombolo is completely submerged, turning Grótta into an island. Icelandic island, part of the archipelago surrounding the main island. Many islands have limited or no facilities. Come prepared with supplies.

1393 km²

Lundey

Puffin Island near Reykjavík - one of the closest places to see puffins from the capital. Boat tours don't land but circle close enough for puffin photography. Best May-August when birds are present. Several operators run tours from Reykjavík harbor. Easy option if you don't have time for the south coast or Westman Islands.

< 1 km²