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Byggðasafn Gerðahrepps

Reykjanes Peninsula, IcelandWheelchair accessible

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MuseumReykjanes Peninsula

Byggðasafn Gerðahrepps

Reykjanes Peninsula, IcelandWheelchair accessible

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Byggðasafn Gerðahrepps is in the Reykjanes Peninsula, Iceland at 64.0818°N, 22.6885°W. The interactive map has the exact pin, parking and everything around it.

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Getting there: Road 45 (Garður-Sandgerði)
Off the main road: 1.5 km from Route 45
Nearest town: Garður — 2 km away
Distance from Reykjavík: 37 km in a straight line
What else is close: 48 mapped places within 20 km

Byggðasafn Gerðahrepps weather and conditions

At Byggðasafn Gerðahrepps in Reykjanes, conditions as of 11 September 2026, 09:15 (Iceland time): 8°C (feels like 4°C), mostly clear, wind 5 m/s gusting to 9 m/s. Daylight today: 13 h 36 m (sunrise 06:39, sunset 20:16). Check road status before driving on live road conditions.

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Cars & campers

−12%exclusive discountFree cancellation

KEF airport pickup 24/74.8

SUV

Dacia Duster 4x4

Cheapest real 4WD in the fleet — gravel, the Westfjords and easy summer F-roads without truck prices.

VW Caravelle

Whole family or friend group in one car — gear in the back, room to stretch.

TransmissionAutomatic

12,750 kr15,000 kr/day

Reserve −12%

Camper

Key Camper Wild Duo

Sleep right by the trailhead, wake up at the falls — F-road ready from mid-June.

Tours near Byggðasafn Gerðahrepps

Free cancellation

Small groups

Lagoons & spa

Arrival Day Private Tour - Reykjaness Day tour with Blue Lagoon

Start your Iceland journey in the most effortless way possible with a private luxury experience that combines a warm airport…

Blue Lagoon Admission

Day Trek beyond Seltun: A Vibrant Geothermal Wonderland, Mountains and Lakes

IF THIS ONE SHOWS UNAVAILABLE, CHECK OUR OTHER DAY TOURS as we run one tour per day.

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Where is Byggðasafn Gerðahrepps?

Byggðasafn Gerðahrepps is in Reykjanes Peninsula, Iceland. Use the map and directions on this page to plan your drive — check live road conditions first, especially outside summer.

Is there an entry fee at Byggðasafn Gerðahrepps?

We don't have a confirmed entry fee for Byggðasafn Gerðahrepps. Many smaller Icelandic museums charge a modest fee and keep seasonal hours — check the museum's website before you go.

What are the opening hours of Byggðasafn Gerðahrepps?

Opening hours for Byggðasafn Gerðahrepps vary by season and aren't confirmed here. Many smaller Icelandic museums open only in summer or by arrangement — check the museum's website or call ahead before you go.

Is Byggðasafn Gerðahrepps wheelchair accessible?

Byggðasafn Gerðahrepps is marked as wheelchair accessible in OpenStreetMap. Older or turf-built museums can still have uneven ground, so contact them if you have specific access needs.

Nearby

km column = your drive

Waterfalls

#1.Fossá

41 km·~49 min drive

A waterfall in Iceland.

#2.Búrfoss

41 km·~49 min drive

A waterfall in the Capital Area.

#3.Sjávarfoss

41 km·~50 min drive

A waterfall in the Capital Area.

#4.Ullarfoss

42 km·~50 min drive

A waterfall in the Capital Area.

4 waterfalls near Reykjanes Peninsula

Hot Springs

#1.Geothermal hot spring near Garður

1.9 km·~2 min drive

Public_bath hot spring

#2.Geothermal hot spring near Sandgerði

5.4 km·~6 min drive

Public_bath hot spring

#3.Geothermal hot spring near Keflavík

11 km·~13 min drive

Public_bath hot spring

#4.Geothermal hot spring near Njarðvík

13 km·~15 min drive

Public_bath hot spring

4 hot springs near Reykjanes Peninsula

Campsites

#1.Garðskagi

150 m

Beautiful spot by two lighthouses. Low-service campsites

#2.Tjaldsvæðið við Íþróttamiðstöðina Garði

1.9 km·~2 min drive

Icelandic campsite offering basic facilities for travelers exploring the area. Check for…

#3.Tjaldsvæði Sandgerðis

4.7 km·~6 min drive

Icelandic campsite offering basic facilities for travelers exploring the area. Wild…

#4.Airport camping - Sandgerði

4.7 km·~6 min drive

Sandgerði Campsite is located 8 min away for Keflavík International Airport and has all…

4 campsites near Reykjanes Peninsula

Supermarkets

#1.Kjörbúðin

2.2 km·~3 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

#2.Krambúð

10 km·~12 min drive

Krambúð supermarket — supplies

#3.Nettó

11 km·~13 min drive

Nettó supermarket — supplies

#4.Bónus

11 km·~13 min drive

Bónus supermarket — supplies

4 supermarkets near Reykjanes Peninsula

Gas stations

#1.Garður

2.5 km·~3 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#2.Sandgerði

4.8 km·~6 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

#3.Arnarvellir

9.6 km·~12 min drive

Orkan · 308.6 kr/L petrol

#4.Reykjanesbær Aðalgata

11 km·~13 min drive

ÓB · 308.7 kr/L petrol

4 gas stations near Reykjanes Peninsula

Tours

#1.Arrival Day Private Tour - Reykjaness Day tour with Blue Lagoon

10 hours

Start your Iceland journey in the most effortless way possible with a private luxury experience that combines a warm airport…

from 218.750 ISKView tour →

#2.Blue Lagoon Admission

3 hours

from 16.490 ISKView tour →

#3.Day Trek beyond Seltun: A Vibrant Geothermal Wonderland, Mountains and Lakes

7 hours

IF THIS ONE SHOWS UNAVAILABLE, CHECK OUR OTHER DAY TOURS as we run one tour per day.

from 19.550 ISKView tour →

3 tours near Reykjanes Peninsula

Data & sources

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VegagerðinVisitor access & practical facts
VegagerðinLive road status & cameras · Icelandic Road Administration
Open-MeteoWeather forecast · CC BY 4.0
NOAA SWPCAurora (planetary Kp) forecast · public domain
OpenStreetMapInteractive-map data · ODbL
Esri, Maxar & Earthstar GeographicsSatellite imagery for the 3D terrain render · GIS User Community