Visiting Kerið Crater: what to know
- Tickets
- Entrance fee of roughly 600 ISK per person, plus parking. Check before you go.
- Time needed
- 30 to 45 minutes for the rim walk and views.
- Best time
- Morning to avoid crowds from tour buses.
- Getting there
- Drive 50 to 60 minutes from Reykjavik along the Golden Circle.
Reykjavik itineraries with Kerið Crater
Kerið Crater is on day 2
Day 2 of Reykjavik in 3 Days
The Golden Circle
How Kerið Crater fits into a day.- 9:00Thingvellir National ParkThingvellir
- 11:30Kerið CraterKerið
- 13:30Geysir Hot Spring AreaGeysir
- 15:30Gullfoss WaterfallGullfoss
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Kerið Crater FAQs
How long does it take to visit Kerið Crater?
Most people spend 30 to 45 minutes on the rim path. Add time if you linger for photos.
How much does it cost to visit Kerið Crater?
There is an entrance fee of roughly 600 ISK per person, on top of parking. Check current rates before you go.
Is Kerið Crater worth visiting?
It works as a quick stop on the Golden Circle if you have time. Skip it if your schedule is tight or weather looks poor.
How do you get to Kerið Crater from Reykjavik?
Drive about 50 to 60 minutes from Reykjavik, via Route 1 then Route 35. It sits right off the main Golden Circle loop.
