Things to do in Selfoss

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Selfoss featuring a cascade, rapids and a gorge or canyon
Skinnastadur which includes a gorge or canyon, a waterfall and a river or creek
Selfoss featuring a river or creek and a gorge or canyon
Skinnastadur featuring a gorge or canyon, a cascade and a river or creek
Selfoss featuring a gorge or canyon, rapids and snow

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Full-Day Golden Circle Classic Tour with Expert Guide

Full-Day Golden Circle Classic Tour with Expert Guide

Activity duration is 7 hours
9.2 out of 10 with 1818 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥12,557 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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Ultimate Iceland Self-Guided Driving & Walking Audio Tour Bundle

Ultimate Iceland Self-Guided Driving & Walking Audio Tour Bundle

Activity duration is 2 days
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥9,593 per traveler*
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Adventure & outdoor

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ATV Reykjavik Adventure

ATV Reykjavik Adventure

Activity duration is 3 hours and 30 minutes
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥24,356 per adult
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History & culture

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Iceland Secret Lagoon Admission Ticket

Iceland Secret Lagoon Admission Ticket

9.4 out of 10 with 15 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥5,040 per adult
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Water activities

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Silfra: Snorkeling Between Tectonic Plates - meet on location

Silfra: Snorkeling Between Tectonic Plates - meet on location

Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 5 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥27,308 per adult
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What to do in Selfoss

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Kerid Crater...another stop in the Golden Circle Iceland

Kerid Crater

4.5/5(81 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Kerid Crater and enjoy the northern light views during your trip to Selfoss. While in this relaxing area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Kerid Crater
This is an undiscovered waterfall, very close to the Ring Road. It was extremely powerful.

Urridafoss Waterfall

5/5(31 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Urridafoss Waterfall during your travels in Selfoss. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Urridafoss Waterfall

Selfoss Church

4.5/5(9 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Arborg with a visit to Selfoss Church. While in this relaxing area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Selfoss Church

Nesjavellir

5/5(5 reviews)

After visiting Nesjavellir, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Selfoss. While in this relaxing area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Nesjavellir

Turf House

5/5(4 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Turf House during your trip to Selfoss. While in this relaxing area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Turf House

Knarraros Lighthouse

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Selfoss when you spend time at Knarraros Lighthouse. Discover the countryside in this relaxing area, or seek out the horseback riding.

Knarraros Lighthouse

Skyrland Museum

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Skyrland Museum during your travels in Arborg. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

Skyrland Museum

Old Dairy Food Hall

You can enjoy retail therapy at Old Dairy Food Hall during your stay in Arborg. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

Old Dairy Food Hall

Tre Og List

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Tre Og List during your trip to Selfoss. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Tre Og List

Popular day trips from Selfoss

Laugarvatn featuring tranquil scenes, snow and a river or creek

Laugarvatn

Mosfellsbær

Mosfellsbær

Rangárþing ytra

Rangárþing ytra

Frequently asked questions

Is Selfoss worth visiting?
With a blend of culture and walking trails, there's no shortage of things to do in Selfoss. While you're here, visit Geothermal park, a major attraction in the area.
How do I spend a day in Selfoss?
After you've checked off key attractions like Turf House and Sjöminjasafnið á Eyrarbakka, spend some time experiencing Selfoss's shopping and dining scene.
What is the top tourist attraction in Selfoss?
The top tourist attraction in Selfoss is Geothermal park, so make sure to include it on your agenda.
Is three days enough to stay in Selfoss?
Book an escape in Selfoss for three days and you'll easily be able to check out its leading sights and get a taste for the local way of life. For the chance to see highlights in nearby areas and venture off the tourist trail, consider hanging around for a week or longer.
What are some activities to do in Selfoss with kids?
If you are after attractions and activities for all ages, we've got some terrific ideas for what to do in Selfoss with kids.

What to do in Selfoss for adults?
Veiðisafnið is one of the main things to do in Selfoss. With plenty of activities available, there's something here for everyone to explore.
Are there free things to do in Selfoss?
With lots of cheap things to do in Selfoss, you can discover the area without taking your wallet out. Soak up the vibes at free events and festivals or stroll through the local neighbourhoods.