4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
Oct 29, 2019We went here to see the northern lights. There were lots of people - it was a fun atmosphere and very close to downtown.
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Full-Day Golden Circle Classic Tour with Expert Guide
Activity duration is 7 hours
9.2 out of 10 with 1741 reviews
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Grindavík eruption 2024-Fagradalsfjall Volcano Hike Private Tour
Activity duration is 4 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
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Small Group Katla Ice Cave Adventure from Reykjavik
Activity duration is 11 hours
9.0 out of 10 with 30 reviews
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Whale Watching Tour with Professional Guide from Reykjavik
Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes
8.4 out of 10 with 13 reviews
Free cancellation available
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Blue Lagoon Entrance And Transfers From Reykjavik
Activity duration is 4 hours and 15 minutes
8.6 out of 10 with 36 reviews
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Reviews of Grotta Lighthouse
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Top Destination
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Oct 16, 2019We went to the lighthouse (or as close as we could get) on our first night in Reykjavik and were stunned with a great view of Northern Lights just 10 minutes from the city!
5/5 - Excellent
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Feb 10, 2019Saw the Northern lights here and was able to take a great pic. Large free parking lot.
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