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About
A viewpoint in the Capital Area. Stop here for panoramic views of the Icelandic landscape.
This is the spot for photos. Or for just standing there, taking it in.
Bring binoculars if you have them. You'll see more detail in the distant landscapes.
Map of Hamarinn
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64.0659°N, 21.9503°W · Reykjavík Area
Plan your visit
Getting there- Road 470 (Strandgata)
Off the main road- 2 km from Route 40
Nearest town- Garðabær — 2.9 km away
Distance from Reykjavík- 9 km in a straight line
What else is close- 1,064 mapped places within 20 km
Tours near Hamarinn
E-MOUNTAIN BIKE TOUR FOR BEGINNERS IN REYKJAVIKfrom 29.000 ISK · 2 h
Lava Tour - Horseback Riding through the Lava Fieldsfrom 16.900 ISK · 2 h
Horses and Wafflesfrom 16.900 ISK · 1 h
Waterproof Phonecasefrom 2.990 ISK
Beer & brewery tour at Gæðingur breweryfrom 5.900 ISK · 1 h
Sky Lagoon Saman Passfrom 14.990 ISK · 2 h
Sky Lagoon To Keflavik Airportfrom 25.000 ISK · 1 h
Sky Lagoon Sér Passfrom 17.990 ISK · 2 h
Sky Lagoon for Two with Breakfast: Sér Passesfrom 20.115 ISK · 3 h
Blue Ice - Glacier Hike & Ice Climbing from Reykjavíkfrom 32.990 ISK · 13 h 30 min
Golden Circle and Laugarás Lagoon Lerki Admissionfrom 23.039 ISK · 9 h 30 min
Spirit of the Aurora (28 person max vehicle)from 14.990 ISK · 5 hAll 1,648 toursBy activity and regionHamarinn weather and conditions
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In season now · Winter in IcelandBlue Ice - Glacier Hike & Ice Climbing from Reykjavíkfrom 32.990 ISK · 13 h 30 minAll 1,648 tours
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- 1Ásfjall2 km
- 2Unnamed viewpoint3 km
- 3Hringsjá og eyktir5 km
- 4Útsýnisskífa6 km
- 5Bird watching16 km
Waterfalls
Hot springs
- 1Geothermal hot spring near Hafnarfjarðarkaupstaður1 km
- 2Natural hot pot near Hafnarfjarðarkaupstaður2 km
- 3Geothermal hot spring near Garðabær3 km
Fuel
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Lækjargata< 1 km · 310.9 kr/L - 2Kænan< 1 km · 279.7 kr/L
- 3Reykjavíkurvegur1 km · 279.9 kr/L
Supermarkets
Tours
A Gourmet golden circle - a taste of Iceland combined with amazing nature attractions!from 159.000 ISK · 8 hours 
A Magical Day in Iceland - a private custom made tour - Up to 9 passengersfrom 195.000 ISK · 8 hours 
Adventure in Landmannalaugar and Hot Springs - Reykjavík and Hellafrom 26.900 ISK · 13 hours
Frequently
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How do I get to Hamarinn?
Hamarinn is in Reykjavík Area. Check live road conditions on this page before you drive — some overlooks sit on gravel or highland F-roads that need a 4×4 and only open in summer.
Is there parking at Hamarinn?
Many Icelandic viewpoints are roadside pull-offs with a small marked parking area. Never stop on the road itself or on the soft verge — it blocks traffic and damages the moss, which is illegal. Use the marked lay-by.
Is Hamarinn safe to visit?
Treat it with care. Icelandic viewpoints are often unfenced clifftops or exposed ridges, and weather changes fast — wind can knock you off balance near an edge. Keep back from drop-offs, bring layers even on a clear day, and check the forecast before you go.
When is the best time to visit Hamarinn?
Long summer days give the most daylight and the clearest access. In winter, roads may be icy or closed and daylight is short — but the same spots double as aurora-watching points on clear, dark nights. Check road and weather conditions first.
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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
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