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Reykjanes

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Reykjanes is a small headland on the south-western end of the Reykjanes Peninsula in Iceland, giving the main peninsula its name. Volcanic action is responsible for forming the entire peninsula.

A unique Icelandic experience. Worth your time.

Check local conditions before visiting. Iceland's weather changes fast.

Map of Reykjanes

Reykjanes is in the Reykjanes Peninsula, Iceland at 63.8188°N, 22.6861°W. The interactive map has the exact pin, parking and everything around it.

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Plan your visit

Getting there
Road 443 (Reykjanesvitavegur)
Off the main road
12.6 km from Route 43
Nearest town
Grindavík — 12.5 km away
Distance from Reykjavík
51 km in a straight line
What else is close
151 mapped places within 20 km

Reykjanes weather and conditions

At Reykjanes in Reykjanes, conditions as of 30 August 2026, 08:30 (Iceland time): 9°C (feels like 6°C), light rain, wind 3 m/s, 0.4 mm precipitation in the last hour. Daylight today: 14 h 39 m (sunrise 06:12, sunset 20:51). Check road status before driving on live road conditions.

Data verified 30 August 2026, 08:30· source: Open-Meteo at this location’s coordinates · refreshes hourly

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Where is Reykjanes?
Reykjanes is a peninsula in Reykjanes Peninsula, Iceland. Check the map on this page for its exact position and the route in.
How do I get to Reykjanes?
Reykjanes is in Reykjanes Peninsula. Most Iceland peninsulas are reached on paved roads off the Ring Road, though a few smaller headlands end in gravel. Check live road conditions on this page before you drive.
What is there to see at Reykjanes?
Iceland's headlands are where you find sea cliffs, bird colonies, seals and fishing villages. What's on offer depends on the spot — check the map and nearby places on this page.
When is the best time to visit Reykjanes?
June to August for birdlife and the most reliable road access. Keep your distance from seals and nesting birds. Outside summer, check road.is conditions the day you drive.

Nearby

km column = your drive

  1. 1Reykjanestá2 km
  2. 2Rosmhvalanes22 km
  3. 3Selatangar22 km

Hot Springs

#1.Gunnuhver
100 m

Iceland's largest mud spring — boiling mud pools and fumaroles on the Reykjanes…

#2.Geothermal hot spring near Grindavík
13 km·~15 min drive

Public_bath hot spring

#3.Geothermal hot spring near Njarðvík
20 km·~24 min drive

Public_bath hot spring

#4.Geothermal hot spring near Keflavík
21 km·~25 min drive

Public_bath hot spring

4 hot springs near Reykjanes Peninsula

Campsites

#1.Grindavík
13 km·~16 min drive

The Grindavik camping site features all the necessary comforts and services

#2.Tjaldsvæðið í Grindavík
13 km·~16 min drive

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

#3.Happy Campsite Keflavík
19 km·~23 min drive

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

#4.Airport camping - Sandgerði
25 km·~29 min drive

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

4 campsites near Reykjanes Peninsula

Supermarkets

#1.Nettó
13 km·~15 min drive

Nettó supermarket — supplies

#2.Bónus
18 km·~22 min drive

Bónus supermarket — supplies

#3.Olís
19 km·~23 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

#4.Krónan
19 km·~23 min drive

Krónan supermarket — supplies

4 supermarkets near Reykjanes Peninsula

Gas stations

#1.Grindavík
13 km·~15 min drive

ÓB · 308.7 kr/L petrol

#2.Vallarheiði
18 km·~21 min drive

N1 · 301.9 kr/L petrol

#3.Reykjanesbær
18 km·~22 min drive

Orkan · 279.7 kr/L petrol

#4.Stapabraut
19 km·~23 min drive

Atlantsolía · 279.8 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

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