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Reykjanes Peninsula, Iceland
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Kvikan

Reykjanes Peninsula, Iceland

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Entry: Free
Parking: Free
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Entry feeFree
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Cars & campers

−15%exclusive discountFree cancellationKEF airport pickup 24/74.8
Dacia Duster 4x4
SUV

Dacia Duster 4x4

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

TransmissionManual
FuelPetrol/diesel
Seats5
Drive4WD
From
5,355 kr6,300 kr/day
Reserve −15%
VW Caravelle
9-seater

VW Caravelle

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

TransmissionAutomatic
FuelDiesel
Seats9
Drive2WD
From
12,750 kr15,000 kr/day
Reserve −15%
Key Camper Wild Duo
Camper

Key Camper Wild Duo

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

TransmissionManual
FuelPetrol
Sleeps2
Drive4WD
From
5,304 kr6,240 kr/day
Reserve −15%

Tours near Kvikan

Free cancellationSmall groups
Glacier & Golden Circle
Adventure

Glacier & Golden Circle

Snowmobile across a glacier, then hit the Golden Circle classics.

Duration10 hours
PickupReykjavík
ActivitySnowmobile
VehicleSuper Jeep
From
49.990 kr
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Waterfalls

#1.Litli-Foss
42 km·~51 min drive

A waterfall in the Capital Area. One of many cascades that make Iceland a waterfall…

#2.Búrfoss
42 km·~51 min drive

A waterfall in the Capital Area. One of many cascades that make Iceland a waterfall…

#3.Ullarfoss
42 km·~51 min drive

A waterfall in the Capital Area. One of many cascades that make Iceland a waterfall…

#4.Kermóafossar
43 km·~51 min drive

A waterfall in the Capital Area. One of many cascades that make Iceland a waterfall…

4 waterfalls near Reykjanes Peninsula

Hot Springs

#1.Geothermal hot spring near Grindavík
550 m

Wild hot spring. Water temp varies but usually comfortable. Worth seeking out.

#2.Gunnuhver
13 km·~15 min drive

Hot pot in nature. Off the tourist path. Worth seeking out.

#3.Geothermal hot spring near Vogar
16 km·~20 min drive

Natural hot spring. Surrounded by Icelandic landscape. Worth seeking out.

#4.Geothermal hot spring near Njarðvík
17 km·~21 min drive

Natural pool. Off the tourist path. Respect the nature around it.

4 hot springs near Reykjanes Peninsula

Campsites

#1.Tjaldsvæðið í Grindavík
650 m

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

#2.Grindavík
650 m

The Grindavik camping site features all the necessary comforts and services

#3.Happy Campsite Keflavík
15 km·~18 min drive

The Happy Campsite is located only 6 min from the KEF Airport and has all the necessary…

#4.Tjaldsvæði Sandgerðis
26 km·~31 min drive

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

4 campsites near Reykjanes Peninsula

Supermarkets

#1.Nettó
550 m

Nettó supermarket — supplies

#2.Bónus
16 km·~19 min drive

Bónus supermarket — supplies

#3.Olís
17 km·~20 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

#4.Krónan
17 km·~20 min drive

Krónan supermarket — supplies

4 supermarkets near Reykjanes Peninsula

Gas stations

#1.Grindavík
100 m

ÓB · 308.7 kr/L petrol

#2.Stapabraut
15 km·~18 min drive

Atlantsolía · 279.8 kr/L petrol

#3.Reykjanesbær
16 km·~19 min drive

Orkan · 279.7 kr/L petrol

#4.Vogar
16 km·~19 min drive

N1 · 310.9 kr/L petrol

4 gas stations near Reykjanes Peninsula

Tours

#1.Glacier & Golden Circle
10 hours·Pickup Reykjavík

Snowmobile across a glacier, then hit the Golden Circle classics.

from 32,990 krView tour →
1 tours near Reykjanes Peninsula

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Where is Kvikan?
Kvikan 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 Kvikan?
We don't have a confirmed entry fee for Kvikan. 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 Kvikan?
Listed opening hours for Kvikan: May 15-Sep 15 10:00-17:00; Sep 16-May 14 Mo-Fr 10:00-17:00; Sep 16-May 14 Sa-Su 11:00-17:00. Hours are often seasonal and reduced in winter — confirm on the museum's own website before travelling.
Is Kvikan wheelchair accessible?
We don't have confirmed accessibility information for Kvikan. Many historic and turf-built Icelandic museums have steps or uneven ground — contact them directly if you have specific access needs.

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