National Park · Golden Circle, Reykjavik

Thingvellir National Park

Thingvellir National Park
Photo: Ivan Sabljak, CC BY-SA 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons

The park is a UNESCO World Heritage site and the location of Iceland's first parliament from the year 930. A rift valley runs through it with visible cracks between the plates. The Silfra fissure offers clear water for snorkeling or diving.

Updated September 27, 2026On day 1 of Reykjavik & the Ring Road

Visiting Thingvellir National Park: what to know

Tickets
Free entry
Time needed
2 to 3 hours
Best time
June to August
Getting there
45 minute drive from Reykjavik on route 36

Reykjavik itineraries with Thingvellir National Park

Day 1 of Reykjavik & the Ring Road

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How Thingvellir National Park fits into a day.
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Thingvellir National Park FAQs

Is Thingvellir National Park free to visit?

Entry to the park is free. Parking fees apply at some lots.

How long does it take to visit Thingvellir?

Most visitors spend two to three hours walking the main paths and viewpoints.

Can you swim at Thingvellir National Park?

Snorkeling and diving are possible in the Silfra fissure with a licensed operator.

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