Reykjavik Through Vloggers' Eyes

🌍Birta Hlin

“They visit the bakery where her sister works to buy breakfast. They get sourdough bread, pastries, and a special cheese salad with dates that the vlog…”

Lucas World Travel

“The vloggers visit this food hall as an attempt to stay on budget in the notoriously expensive city. They mention it has a variety of options like noo…”

Brieana Young

“They had dinner here after seeing its high rating on Google Maps. They tried traditional Icelandic meat soup and fish and chips, which they enjoyed.”

🌍TOPJAW

“A place nominated for both best bakery and best pizza. They enjoyed sourdough pizzas, including a spicy one with mascarpone.”

Lost LeBlanc

“The group had dinner at this popular spot in Vík, trying the famous 'black sand pizza' which has a black crust. The vlogger joked that the pizza was s…”

🌍TOPJAW

“A traditional Icelandic restaurant where they tried fermented Greenland shark for the first time in 12 years, followed by a shot of Brennivín.”

🌍TOPJAW

“A bakery located in their hotel, owned by an Icelandic-American. They had bagels and donuts, including a crème brûlée donut that was blowtorched to or…”

Sly's Life

“The vlogger walks past this bar while discussing the high prices in Reykjavik and the fact that the word 'cheap' doesn't exist in Icelandic.”

🌍TOPJAW

“A restaurant with an Asian menu using fresh Icelandic fish. They enjoyed several dishes, including a dramatic sushi platter served with dry ice.”

Brieana Young

“A restaurant in Vík recommended by their guesthouse. They had burgers and sweet potato fries for dinner.”

Brieana Young

“Their dinner spot on the last night in Reykjavík. They enjoyed soup in a bread bowl and were delighted by the free waffles offered to customers.”

🌍Birta Hlin

“The vlogger gets a traditional Icelandic 'bragðarefur' ice cream. She shares her secret recipe, which includes blueberries, Snickers, and two types of…”

🌍TOPJAW

“A cocktail bar recommended by a local chef. The vlogger tried a unique cocktail called 'Serial Killer' made with cornflake-infused almond milk.”

🌍TOPJAW

“A coffee shop recommended by local chefs. The owner, Óle, re-opened his first business from 1992, serving locally roasted coffee.”

🌍Birta Hlin

“The couple has brunch with the partner's mom at this charming and cozy coffee place in the western part of Reykjavik, enjoying coffee and food.”

Sly's Life

“The vlogger walks past this distinctively rainbow-painted building while exploring the city streets.”

Lost LeBlanc

“A fine dining restaurant in Kirkjubæjarklaustur with a unique concept where guests have drinks in a vintage-style lounge before being called upstairs…”

Lost LeBlanc

“Their final stop in Iceland was this local fish and meat shop where they bought fresh fish and chips before heading to the ferry.”

🌍Birta Hlin

“The vlogger and her mom go to a new pizza place her mom had heard about. They show the pizzas being made and enjoy their meal at the restaurant.”

Lost LeBlanc

“They visited this geothermal bakery to see how traditional Icelandic rye bread is baked underground for 24 hours and then enjoyed eating the freshly b…”

Lost LeBlanc

“They have dinner at this restaurant, which the vlogger describes as being like dining inside a volcano with an iconic view of the Blue Lagoon.”

🌍TOPJAW

“Recommended as the best burger place, this is the restaurant connected to Deig Workshop. They use a special potato bun for their burgers.”

Lucas World Travel

“The vlogger recommends this as a good vegan option. She shows the pho and veggie burger they ate, noting that for two meals and drinks, the cost was a…”

🌍Birta Hlin

“On their road trip to Akureyri, the family stops at this well-known rest stop for a break. They are shown eating sandwiches in the car after the stop.”

🌍TOPJAW

“A unique concept with a speakeasy-style lounge (Amma Don) and a Michelin-star restaurant (ÓX). They sampled a few dishes from the 20-course tasting me…”

Sly's Life

“The video shows the exterior of this historic red corner cafe while the vlogger walks through the city streets.”

SteveMarsh

“He walks past this popular bakery, pointing out the long queue of people waiting to get in.”

🌍TOPJAW

“Located in a food market, this spot was recommended as the best restaurant in Reykjavik. They serve 'Nordic comfort food' and the vloggers loved every…”

🌍TOPJAW

“A craft beer bar serving almost exclusively Icelandic beers. The vlogger tried an IPA named after the street the bar is on.”

Lost LeBlanc

“The vlogger mentions they stayed next to this pub and that sleeping there on a Friday night was a 'bold move' because of the noise.”

🇹🇷Eren Sayar

“Located in the town of Vík, they try the famous Icelandic lamb soup. The vlogger enjoys the soup served in a black "lava bread" bowl and notes that yo…”

Lost LeBlanc

“They stop for ice cream as their last activity in Reykjavik, and the vlogger is shocked to find out it costs $10 per cup.”

🇹🇷Eren Sayar

“The vlogger tries a hot dog with lamb meat from a small food truck near the church. He finds it delicious and notes that the price (7-8 euros) is reas…”

🌍TOPJAW

“A natural wine bar recommended by a chef for a post-service drink. The name translates to 'Wine bar, ten sips'.”

Brieana Young

“Their final accommodation in Reykjavík before flying out. The vlogger gives a quick tour of the modern apartment before they head out for their last e…”

UScari cakes

“The vlogger introduces her trip from a "really gorgeous apartment" where she is also taking care of the resident cat, Moli.”

🇹🇷Eren Sayar

“The vloggers check into their apartment in Akureyri for a two-night stay. They find the city large after several days in nature and show their cozy ap…”

Brieana Young

“The vlogger gives a tour of their first apartment in Iceland, showing the kitchenette, living room, and bedroom, calling it 'really cute'.”

🌍TOPJAW

“The hotel where the vloggers stayed during their trip. They show a brief tour of their room after checking in.”

Lucas World Travel

“The vlogger shows their room at this hotel, which was included in their 10-day tour package. She gives a tour of the room, including the king-sized be…”

Sly's Life

“The vlogger shows his twin-bed room in a guesthouse, noting that he had to share a bathroom but it was always clean.”

UScari cakes

“The group checks into this hotel for the night. The vlogger shows the room and the beautiful view of a glacier from the window.”

🇹🇷Eren Sayar

“After a long drive, the vloggers arrive at their hotel for the night, an isolated building located on a mountainside, which they will use as a base to…”

Brieana Young

“Their accommodation for two nights in Vík. The vlogger shows the room, kitchenette, and the view from the door.”

🇹🇷Eren Sayar

“Their accommodation for the night is a hostel in the fishing town of Höfn. They stay in a 4-person shared room with a shared bathroom.”

🇹🇷Eren Sayar

“For their last two nights, the vloggers stay in a central apartment in Reykjavik, close to the main church. They plan to relax and explore the city fr…”

Lost LeBlanc

“The group stays in these modern cabins, which the vlogger describes as a 'cute little humble abode' with a direct view of the Seljalandsfoss waterfall…”

Lost LeBlanc

“The vlogger checks into this hotel at the Blue Lagoon, showing the room with a view of the lava fields and their own private lagoon, mentioning it cos…”

Lost LeBlanc

“The vlogger shows this luxurious 5-star hotel connected to the Blue Lagoon and mentions that a room here costs around $1800 per night.”

UScari cakes

“The vlogger visits the stunning Seljalandsfoss waterfall, noting that you can walk behind it. She gets completely soaked from the mist but is in awe o…”

Brieana Young

“Located a short walk from the glacier lagoon, they visited this beach where icebergs wash up on the black sand. They rated it a 3.8/5 and 3/5, noting…”

Lucas World Travel

“The vlogger visits the largest, most iconic church in Iceland. She shows the statue of Leif Erikson outside and was lucky enough to hear the organist…”

🇹🇷Eren Sayar

“They visit this famous waterfall, which was featured in Game of Thrones. The vlogger is impressed by its perfect geometric shape and the ability to cl…”

Lucas World Travel

“The vlogger calls this the very best spot to visit when in Reykjavik. She describes the surreal walk through volcanic rock to get there and the incred…”

🇹🇷Eren Sayar

“The vloggers visit this black sand beach, noting the impressive basalt columns and the dangerous "sneaker waves" that can be fatal. They mention a tou…”

Brieana Young

“They visited this geothermal spa after a cold, wet day. The vlogger loved the experience and later compares it favorably to the Blue Lagoon for its ae…”

🇹🇷Eren Sayar

“While exploring Akureyri, the "Capital of the North," the vloggers show the city's streets and the prominent Akureyrarkirkja church, which is a major…”

🇹🇷Eren Sayar

“They visit this viewpoint, which is a popular spot for seeing puffins in the summer. Since it's September, they couldn't see any but enjoyed the views…”

Brieana Young

“A beautiful canyon they hiked along. The vlogger rated it a 5/5 for the incredible views and noted it was one of the few places they could fly their d…”

Lost LeBlanc

“The vlogger was completely captivated by this canyon, calling it one of his top five landscapes ever. He enjoyed the 15-20 minute walk along the edge…”

🇹🇷Eren Sayar

“The vlogger visits this powerful waterfall, which means "Golden Waterfall." He is impressed by the sheer volume of water, even though the weather is r…”

🇹🇷Eren Sayar

“They visit this powerful waterfall, which means "Golden Waterfall." The vlogger is impressed by the sheer volume of water and mentions it's a part of…”

Lucas World Travel

“The vlogger visits the concert hall, noting it's supposed to be beautifully colored at night, and goes inside to marvel at the impressive geometric ar…”

Lost LeBlanc

“They took an amphibious boat tour on the lagoon, getting up close to massive icebergs that have broken off from the glacier. The water is filled with…”

🇹🇷Eren Sayar

“They visit this 6,500-year-old volcanic crater, which is one of the few natural attractions with an entrance fee because it's on private land. The vlo…”

UScari cakes

“The first stop on their tour is this national park, where the vlogger notes that parliament was held. She shows the stunning landscape and incredibly…”

🌍Birta Hlin

“The family goes to the local swimming pool, which the vlogger notes has very fun and 'crazy' water slides that they all enjoyed.”

SteveMarsh

“He walks through this central square, identifying the Parliament House and the Iceland Parliament Hotel nearby.”

UScari cakes

“The group goes on a guided hike on the glacier, wearing crampons and helmets. The vlogger is amazed by the landscape covered in black volcanic ash and…”

🇹🇷Eren Sayar

“The vloggers visit Dynjandi waterfall, which the man considers one of his favorites due to its wide and powerful flow. Although there's a walking trai…”

🇹🇷Eren Sayar

“The vloggers drive through this old lava field covered in moss. They stop to walk on a designated path, as walking on the moss is forbidden due to its…”

🇹🇷Eren Sayar

“The vloggers hike for about an hour to reach the site of the 2021 eruption. They use a drone to fly over the crater and the vast lava fields, expressi…”

SteveMarsh

“He mentions this is one of his favorite brands and goes inside for a quick look, admiring a particular jacket.”

🇹🇷Eren Sayar

“The vloggers visit this area with many geysers. They mention that the main geyser, which gave its name to all others, erupts very rarely now.”

UScari cakes

“The vlogger visits the Geysir geothermal area, explaining that this specific geyser is the namesake for all others. She films the Strokkur geyser erup…”

Lost LeBlanc

“A quick stop at a unique cave on a black sand beach, nicknamed the Yoda Cave because its entrance resembles the famous Star Wars character.”

🇹🇷Eren Sayar

“The vloggers visit Goðafoss, the "Waterfall of the Gods." They share the historical legend behind its name, related to Iceland's conversion to Christi…”

SteveMarsh

“After checking the tide times, he walks across the causeway to the small island to visit the lighthouse, which he calls the "star of the show."”

Lost LeBlanc

“The vlogger visits this geothermal area, remarking that the steam vents make it feel like the island is literally forcing its life out of the earth.”

SteveMarsh

“From the top of the church tower, he enjoys the panoramic views of Reykjavik, pointing out the domestic airport and the tower's own shadow.”

Brieana Young

“They explored this massive rock formation and the cave inside, known as 'Yoda's Cave' because of its shape, which they found on a blog.”

🇹🇷Eren Sayar

“The vlogger is amazed by this geothermal area, describing it as one of the most impressive places in Iceland. He highlights the smoking ground, boilin…”

SteveMarsh

“He walks up a grassy hill to see the statue of Ingólfur Arnarson, identified as the first permanent Norse settler of Iceland.”

🇹🇷Eren Sayar

“The vloggers visit the small, isolated fishing town of Ísafjörður, which they find very photogenic. They are surprised to see so many children playing…”

UScari cakes

“The vlogger visits the glacier lagoon, which is filled with icebergs from the glacier outlet. They take an amphibian boat tour among the icebergs.”

Lost LeBlanc

“They took a super jeep tour onto the Mýrdalsjökull glacier to explore the Katla volcano area, which is covered in black volcanic ash, and hiked into a…”

🇹🇷Eren Sayar

“The vloggers visit the iconic Kirkjufell, or "Church Mountain." They mention its fame from appearing in Game of Thrones and note that its name comes f…”

🇹🇷Eren Sayar

“They visit this area known for its colorful mountains and a natural hot spring. The vlogger describes the hot spring as a perfect mix of a hot geother…”

Lost LeBlanc

“The group takes a super jeep tour deep onto this vast glacier to go snowmobiling, which the vlogger describes as feeling like being on the moon.”

🌍Birta Hlin

“After their hike, the group goes to a swimming pool to relax. The vlogger says that visiting the pools and relaxing in the hot tubs is her favorite th…”

SteveMarsh

“He shows the prominent statue of the Norse explorer located directly in front of Hallgrímskirkja.”

SteveMarsh

“He comes across a "very random train," one of only two in Iceland, displayed near the harbor.”

🌍Birta Hlin

“The vlogger goes hiking on Mount Esja with her family. She mentions that it's very close to Reykjavik, about a 20-minute drive, and expresses her exci…”

Lost LeBlanc

“They meet a man they call 'Mr. Iceland' who teaches them to ride Icelandic horses and leads them on an epic ride across a black sand beach and through…”

🇹🇷Eren Sayar

“The vloggers relax at the Mývatn Nature Baths, a thermal spa they compare to a smaller, more affordable Blue Lagoon. They enjoy the hot water in the c…”

🇹🇷Eren Sayar

“The vloggers see the Northern Lights for the first time in their lives while driving at night. They describe it as a faint white cloud to the naked ey…”

SteveMarsh

“He walks around the working harbor, looking at the Icelandic Coast Guard ships, a Danish Navy frigate, and various tour boats.”

Lucas World Travel

“The vlogger highlights this as another great viewpoint, praising the incredible 360-degree view from the fourth floor and the beautiful cafe with a gl…”

Lucas World Travel

“The vlogger walks down this colorful street on the way to the church, mentioning it's filled with charming restaurants and shops and is a gorgeous pla…”

UScari cakes

“The group explores the inside of a lava tube, wearing helmets with headlamps. The guide turns off all the lights to show them complete darkness.”

🇹🇷Eren Sayar

“The vloggers drive to this peninsula, which has recently become volcanically active after 800 years of dormancy. They are heading to see the site of r…”

Brieana Young

“They visited this famous beach with its distinctive black sand and large rock spires jutting out of the ocean.”

UScari cakes

“The vlogger visits the famous black sand beach, noting the impressive basalt columns. Their guide warned them about the dangerous "sneaky waves," so t…”

🌍Birta Hlin

“The group goes to the cinema to see the premiere of a new Formula 1 movie starring Brad Pitt. They are shown getting popcorn before heading into the t…”

UScari cakes

“The group visits what the vlogger calls the oldest swimming pool in Iceland. She notes the water is filled with algae and the floor is slippery, but e…”

Brieana Young

“They hiked for 30 minutes to this public geothermal pool, but they forgot their swimwear and found the water looked a bit murky. She noted the hike it…”

Lost LeBlanc

“The end of their Iceland itinerary, where they boarded the Smyril Line ferry to travel overnight to their next destination, the Faroe Islands.”

🇹🇷Eren Sayar

“The vloggers drive on a rough "F-road" that requires a 4x4 vehicle to reach this beautiful canyon with many waterfalls. They mention the road is like…”

Lost LeBlanc

“The group goes snorkeling in what the vlogger describes as some of the clearest water on the planet, located between two tectonic plates.”

Lost LeBlanc

“The group went on a guided tour to hike on what the guide called Europe's largest glacier, a location also used for filming scenes from Game of Throne…”

Sly's Life

“The vlogger shows footage of people walking near this massive glacier, another highlight from his tour of Iceland's natural wonders.”

Brieana Young

“After finding their first choice booked, they had lunch at this eco-village. She mentions it's the oldest in the world and they enjoyed tomato soup an…”

Brieana Young

“They attempted this hike for a second time. The walk took them about 54 minutes each way, and she recommends going early to avoid crowds from the shut…”

Lost LeBlanc

“They visit the famous US Navy plane wreck on a black sand beach, and the vlogger notes that it requires a 1.5-hour hike each way to reach it.”

🌍Birta Hlin

“The group reaches the 'Steinn' (stone) marker on the Mount Esja hiking trail and celebrates. The vlogger shows the beautiful panoramic view of the sur…”

🇹🇷Eren Sayar

“They visit this privately owned peninsula, paying an 8 euro entrance fee. The vlogger is impressed by the majestic mountains and the black sand beach…”

🇹🇷Eren Sayar

“While at the Geysir area, they watch the Strokkur geyser erupt, which happens every 3-5 minutes. The vlogger describes the experience as amazing.”

Lost LeBlanc

“A breathtaking canyon known for its unique, curved basalt column formations along the river. The vlogger noted it was a beautiful but challenging spot…”

🇹🇷Eren Sayar

“The vloggers visit this glacier, which is part of the larger Vatnajökull glacier. They are impressed by the sight of the glacier up close, despite the…”

Brieana Young

“They visited this geothermal area to see the geyser erupt. Due to heavy rain, they rated it low (2.5/5 and 1/5) because it was hard to see the eruptio…”

Lucas World Travel

“The vlogger visits this grassy mound art installation, highlighting the great view of the Reykjavik skyline and the shack with dried fish at the top,…”

Sly's Life

“The vlogger includes footage of this powerful, wide waterfall from one of the tours he took outside the city.”

Brieana Young

“They drove up to this viewpoint for a spectacular view of the town of Vík and the coastline. The vlogger gives a tip to search for 'Cemetery Vik' to f…”

Lost LeBlanc

“An aerial shot shows the iconic red-roofed church perched on a hill overlooking the town of Vík and the black sand beaches.”

SteveMarsh

“He points out this unique museum located in a former public toilet, which he had seen online.”