Old Blue Lagoon RoadLava BarriersEfrahop Lava FieldThe Salt House
Five Key Places to Visit
Grindavík’s story unfolds through five locations where ongoing volcanic activity has reshaped the landscape since 2023.
Stand before the Defensive Barriers built to redirect lava flows away from the town. Explore The Salt House and Víkurbraut Street, where ground cracking and infrastructure damage led to precautionary evacuations. Walk Efrahóp Street, where lava flows destroyed several homes. Finally, see sections of Bláalónsvegur where new routes now bypass lava fields on the way to the Blue Lagoon.
Explore the Reykjanes Peninsula’s fresh lava fields, formed since 2021 when volcanic eruptions began reshaping this corner of Iceland. Super Jeep tours navigate this rugged terrain. This is your chance to get up close to some of Earth’s newest geological formations — no hiking required.
Born from expeditions across the Reykjanes Peninsula, this family-run operation lets visitors explore Iceland’s nature on ATVs. Ride through volcanic landscapes and lava fields with guides who know every trail, including areas shaped by the 2023–2024 Sundhnúkur eruptions.
Meet Vignir Kristinsson, a craftsman whose passion for woodworking has brought character and warmth to many Icelandic homes. In his workshop, set inside the house he built himself in central Grindavík, he creates furniture and interiors from solid natural wood, inspired by good ideas, honesty and simple, strong design.
Having lived through the town’s evacuation, he is back at work, happy to be creating again and always ready to welcome visitors for a conversation.
The Blue Lagoon needs no introduction as Iceland’s most famous geothermal destination. Here, the geothermal source originates 2,000 meters (about 6,600 feet) underground at 240 °C (464 °F) and cools naturally to 37–39 °C by the time it reaches the surface.
After exploring Grindavik, relax and let the mineral-rich lagoon soothe your muscles.
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Food & Drink
Shaped by the sea and volcanic earth, Grindavik offers fresh flavors rooted in its fishing heritage. With access to some of Iceland’s richest waters, local kitchens serve up everything from perfectly grilled catch-of-the-day to steaming lobster soup.
Do not leave town without tasting these simple, satisfying dishes that celebrates the quality of every ingredient.
