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Seljatjörn

Green space10 facilitiesFree parkingReykjavík Area, Iceland
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Seljatjörn

Green space10 facilitiesFree parkingReykjavík Area, Iceland

About

Seljatjörn is a green space in Reykjavík, in Iceland's Reykjavík capital region. It has waste bins, walking paths and cycling path. Free to visit year-round.

Seljatjörn is one of the Reykjavík capital area's outdoor spots — a green space in Reykjavík. On the ground you will find waste bins, walking paths, cycling path, parking and playground. It is step-free/wheelchair-accessible.

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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 Seljatjörn

Free cancellationSmall groups
Northern Lights Small Group Tour with Hot Cocoa & Free Photos
Northern lights

Northern Lights Small Group Tour with Hot Cocoa & Free Photos

Words alone cannot capture the beauty of the Aurora Borealis, also known as the Northern Lights.

Duration4 hours
HighlightsReykjavík area
TypeNorthern lights
From
20.990 ISK
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Private Superjeep Golden Circle & Langjökull Glacier
Glaciers

Private Superjeep Golden Circle & Langjökull Glacier

Our first stop takes us to Thingvellir National Park where the Icelandic parliament was founded over 1000 years ago.

Duration8 hours
HighlightsReykjavík area
TypeGlaciers
From
249.500 ISK
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A Gourmet golden circle - a taste of Iceland combined with amazing nature attractions!
Lagoons & spa

A Gourmet golden circle - a taste of Iceland combined with amazing nature attractions!

Embark on a private adventure through the Golden Circle with Northern Adventurer.

Duration8 hours
HighlightsReykjavík area
TypeLagoons & spa
From
159.000 ISK
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Seljatjörn — photo by Út um alltPhoto: Út um allt / Visit Reykjavík

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Nearby

Waterfalls

#1.Kermóafossar
2.2 km·~3 min drive

A waterfall in the Capital Area.

#2.Skáfossar
2.3 km·~3 min drive

A waterfall in the Capital Area.

#3.Stórifoss
2.3 km·~3 min drive

A waterfall in the Capital Area.

#4.Ullarfoss
2.3 km·~3 min drive

A waterfall in the Capital Area.

4 waterfalls near Reykjavík Area

Hot Springs

#1.Geothermal hot spring near Kópavogsbær
900 m

Public_bath hot spring

#2.Natural hot pot near Breiðholt
1.4 km·~2 min drive

Swimming_pool hot spring

#3.Víti
2.8 km·~3 min drive

Public_bath hot spring

#4.Natural hot pot near Háaleiti og Bústaðir
3.5 km·~4 min drive

Swimming_pool hot spring

4 hot springs near Reykjavík Area

Campsites

#1.Tjaldsvæði í Laugardal
5.5 km·~7 min drive

Greater Reykjavík area campsite. Urban convenience with easier booking than central city…

#2.Reykjavík
5.7 km·~7 min drive

The campsite in Reykjavik is situated in a great location next to the swimming pool in…

#3.Camper Resort Reykjavík
5.7 km·~7 min drive

Greater Reykjavík area campsite. Urban convenience with easier booking than central city…

#4.Hafnarfjörður
6.4 km·~8 min drive

The camp site in Hafnarfjordur is in a large area called Vidistaðatun close to the center…

4 campsites near Reykjavík Area

Supermarkets

#1.Nettó
600 m

Nettó supermarket — supplies

#2.Krónan
800 m

Krónan supermarket — supplies

#3.Mini Market
1 km·~1 min drive

Supermarket — supplies

#4.Krambúð
1.2 km·~1 min drive

Krambúð supermarket — supplies

4 supermarkets near Reykjavík Area

Gas stations

#1.Suðurfell
750 m

Orkan · 279.7 kr/L petrol

#2.Salavegur
900 m

Orkan · 279.7 kr/L petrol

#3.Búðarkór
1.2 km·~1 min drive

Atlantsolía · 279.8 kr/L petrol

#4.Álfabakki
1.4 km·~2 min drive

Olís · 310.8 kr/L petrol

4 gas stations near Reykjavík Area

Tours

#1.Northern Lights Small Group Tour with Hot Cocoa & Free Photos
4 hours

Words alone cannot capture the beauty of the Aurora Borealis, also known as the Northern Lights.

from 20.990 ISKView tour →
#2.Private Superjeep Golden Circle & Langjökull Glacier
8 hours

Our first stop takes us to Thingvellir National Park where the Icelandic parliament was founded over 1000 years ago.

from 249.500 ISKView tour →
#3.A Gourmet golden circle - a taste of Iceland combined with amazing nature attractions!
8 hours

Embark on a private adventure through the Golden Circle with Northern Adventurer.

from 159.000 ISKView tour →
3 tours near Reykjavík Area

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How do I get to Seljatjörn?
Seljatjörn is in Reykjavík, part of the Reykjavík capital area — a short drive or bus ride from central Reykjavík. Tap Directions for the exact route.
Is Seljatjörn free to visit?
Yes — Seljatjörn is a public park, free and open year-round. Parking is free too.
What can you do at Seljatjörn?
Seljatjörn has waste bins, walking paths, cycling path and parking.

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