Major city · Iceland
Blue LagoonBláa Lónið
Visit the Blue Lagoon for a single day; one night is unnecessary unless you book the Retreat Spa.
The Blue Lagoon is a geothermal spa near Grindavík, about 20 min from Keflavík Airport and 45 min from Reykjavík. Its main attraction is the mineral‑rich water (37‑39 °C). A basic entry costs ~9,990 kr, making a half‑day or full‑day visit sufficient. Overnight stays are only for the Retreat Spa or nearby hotels.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- ISK
- Best months
- All year – water stays warm; summer offers longer daylight.
- avoid Check volcanic alerts (e.g., during eruptions).
- Airport
- KEF
- Nights
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Rules in force · 7Non-EU visitors get 90 days in any rolling 180-day window…
- Europe ↗Non-EU visitors get 90 days in any rolling 180-day window, counted across all 29 Schengen states together — not per country; the Entry/Exit System now logs each crossing, so an overstay is detected automatically.
- Europe ↗On the first Schengen entry since EES began, non-EU travellers give four fingerprints and a face photo at the border instead of a passport stamp; there is nothing to apply for or pay in advance.
- Nordic countries ↗Decide light or dark before anything else: summer trips (June–August) and aurora trips (September–March in the Arctic) need different countries, clothes and bases.
- Nordic countries ↗Sweden, Norway, Finland, Iceland and the Faroes sell stronger alcohol only in state shops with short hours; buy before evening and before Sundays and holidays.
- Iceland ↗Iceland is not in the EU but is in the Schengen area. Check the entry rules for your passport on official sources.
- Iceland ↗Driving off marked roads is illegal and fined heavily; F-roads into the highlands open only in summer and require a 4x4.
- Iceland ↗Check the road authority's conditions map and the Met Office forecast every morning, and leave a travel plan on SafeTravel for hikes and remote drives.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Blue Lagoon112 ▾
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Blue Lagoon, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the Icelandic króna (ISK, kr).Iceland-wide
- SIM or eSIMEEA roaming applies: EU/EEA SIMs work at home prices.Iceland-wide
- Tap waterCold tap water is excellent; hot tap water is geothermal and smells of sulphur — do not drink it.Iceland-wide
- TippingRestaurant: Not expected.Iceland-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/F. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Iceland-wide
- SafetyThe lagoon is safe; follow shower and footwear rules, and watch for volcanic alerts.
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- RestroomsFew on long drives; petrol stations and paid toilets (ISK 200–500 (≈ US$2–5)) at sites.Iceland-wide
- Emergency numbers112 police · 112 Medical (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysMany rural guesthouses and cafés close October–April; highland huts only in summer.Iceland-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportKEF Keflavík International Airport (20 min drive to the lagoon.).
- Getting aroundDrive via Reykjanesbraut (road 43); free parking.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Taxi, about 5 km (3 mi)Taxi, about 3 mi (5 km)Taxi from KEF to lagoon (≈20 km (12 mi))Taxi from KEF to lagoon (≈12 mi (20 km))check≈15,000 kr
- Museum or sight ticketBlue Lagoon basic entry (off‑peak)includes towel and silica mask9,990 kr
- Budget bedNorthern Lights Inn double room, a night, per roomISK 12,000 (≈ US$100)
- Mid-range bedNorthern Lights Inn double room, a night, per roomISK 18,000 (≈ US$150)
- High-end bedNorthern Lights Inn double room, a night, per roomISK 30,000 (≈ US$250)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget ISK 10,000 (≈ US$85) · Mid ISK 15,000 (≈ US$130) · High ISK 90,000 (≈ US$750)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- KEF Keflavík International Airport (20 min drive to the lagoon.)
Weather and climate
Blue Lagoon: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
−3°C (27°F)27°F (−3°C)
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Mar
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
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Apr
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May
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
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Jun
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
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14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
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Oct
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
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Nov
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
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Dec
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
−2°C (28°F)28°F (−2°C)
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Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Drive via Reykjanesbraut (road 43); free parking. Bus from Reykjavík (BSI) or Keflavík (Netbus) stops at Grindavík; tours and taxis also available.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
- Reykjavík full guide39 km (24 mi)24 mi (39 km) north-east of Blue Lagoon
From Reykjavík: Bus or car, about 45–60 min · Half day
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Reykjavík
goDoor to door: ≈1 h
Drive 45 min via Reykjanesbraut or bus from the lagoon to Reykjavík city centre.
Combine with city sights if time permits.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
The Northern Lights Inn
≈1 km (0.6 mi) from lagoon; free transfers to/from KEF and the lagoon.≈0.6 mi (1 km) from lagoon; free transfers to/from KEF and the lagoon.
The Blue Lagoon Clinic
On‑site accommodation for treatment guests.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- ≈10,000 kr (basic entry, no extra meals).
- Mid
- ≈15,000–20,000 kr (Comfort package, meal at Lava Restaurant).
- High
- ≥90,000 kr (Retreat Spa 4‑hour exclusive access).
Trip budget
| Northern Lights Inn double room1 × 3 nights × ISK 18,000 | ISK 54,000 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 3 days × ISK 15,000 | ISK 90,000 |
| Trip total≈ ISK 24,000 per person per day, bed included | ISK 144,000≈ US$1,200 |
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Prices of common things
| Blue Lagoon basic entry (off‑peak)includes towel and silica mask | 9,990 kr |
| Comfort package (incl. drink, mask)check | ≈12,500 kr |
| Lava Restaurant main dishcheck | ≈5,000 kr |
| Taxi from KEF to lagoon (≈20 km)check | ≈15,000 kr |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Volcanic or seismic activity can close the lagoon; monitor safetravel.is.
- Overcrowding in peak season; book entry time in advance.
- Shoes must be removed and a full shower taken before entering the water.
- No outside food or drinks allowed inside the lagoon area.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 112
- Medical
- 112
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Emergency
- Police112
- Medical112
Embassy
US embassy in Reykjavík; consulates in Keflavík (check).
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Car from KEF → Blue Lagoon: ≈15,000 kr, 20 min drive (check)
- Bus Reykjavík → Blue Lagoon (BSI): ≈2,500 kr, 45 min (check)
Say or show
- Afsakið — Excuse me / Sorry (af-sah-keeth)
- Takk — Thank you (tahk)
- Hvað kostar þetta? — How much is this? (kvat kostar thetta)
- Ertu með handklæði? — Do you have a towel? (ert-oo meth hand-klai-thi)
- Hvar er skápurinn? — Where is the locker? (kvar er skow-pur-in)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Blue Lagoon. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: All year – water stays warm; summer offers longer daylight. · avoid Check volcanic alerts (e.g., during eruptions). · month by month →
- 1 airport and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 1 day-trips, door to door
- 4 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Book the Comfort or Retreat package online to guarantee entry time.
- Consider a rental car for flexible timing and to visit nearby Reykjanes attractions.
Sources
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