The Snæfellsnes Peninsula is nicknamed 'Iceland in Miniature' — its 90km length contains glacier, volcanoes, lava fields, seal colonies, historic fishing villages, and the mysterious Snæfellsjökull glacier immortalized by Jules Verne in 'Journey to the Center of the Earth'. A spectacular drive along the rugged north coast.
| Distance | 350km round trip |
|---|---|
| Travel time | 5-6 hours drive time total (long day or overnight) |
| Getting there | Rental car strongly recommended; limited guided day tours available ($150+) |
| Cost | $60-90 car rental (long day — start early) |
Weather through the year in Capital Region
Best time Shoulder Worth avoiding
Average daytime temperature in °C. Figures are for Capital Region.
Highlights
- Snæfellsjökull glacier National Park
- Arnarstapi cliffs and sea arches
- Kirkjufell mountain (most photographed in Iceland)
- Ólafsvík and Stykkishólmur towns
- Búðakirkja black church