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Reykjavik, Iceland · 3 days itinerary

Reykjavik in 3 Days

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This three-day trip covers central Reykjavik, the Golden Circle and the Reykjanes peninsula. The order begins with city landmarks before moving to the day trips. Day two follows the standard Golden Circle loop while day three ends near the airport area with the Blue Lagoon and hot springs.

3 daysReykjavikGolden CircleBlue LagoonReykjanesBy travli· Updated November 8, 2026, checked by the travli team
calm water beside mountain under white clouds and blue sky
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Fjallsárlón glacier lake, Iceland
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Tugboat, MAGNI – IMO 9339727, in Reykjavik Harbor, Iceland on August 23, 2017.
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Day by day

Day 1

Central Reykjavik

  1. 9:00ReykjavikSight
  2. 11:00ReykjavikWalk
  3. 13:00ReykjavikSight
  4. 15:00ReykjavikSight
Day 2

The Golden Circle

  1. 9:00ThingvellirSight
  2. 11:30KeriðSight
  3. 13:30GeysirSight
  4. 15:30GullfossSight
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Day 3

Reykjanes Peninsula

  1. 9:00Blue LagoonSight
  2. 11:30ReykjanesSight
  3. 13:30ReykjanesSight
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Reykjavik questions

Is 3 days enough for Reykjavik and the Golden Circle?

Three days fits the main sites if you drive or book day tours. Add buffer time for weather delays on the road.

Do I need to book Blue Lagoon tickets ahead?

Book Blue Lagoon slots at least two weeks ahead in summer. Entry starts at 11990 ISK and includes towel and drink.

How do I get from Reykjavik to Gullfoss and Geysir?

Rent a car for the 200 km round trip or join a guided bus tour from the city center. Fuel and parking add about 5000 ISK per day.

When should I visit Hallgrímskirkja and Harpa?

Go to Hallgrímskirkja at opening for fewer crowds and take the elevator to the tower. Harpa needs no ticket for the lobby but book concerts in advance.

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