This historic natural park is located 50 km east of Reykjavik and offers one of the most picturesque landscapes in the country. Thingvellir was added to the World Heritage list back in 2004 for its cultural, historical, and geological importance. This natural park is one of Iceland's most popular tourist destinations as people come from all over the world to see its vast valleys and colourful vegetation. The park has a rich history and over the centuries it has been expanded to protect the diverse plant and animal species in the area.

If you like museums, you'll love Glaumbaer, located in the small village of Varmahlid, which shows how the Icelanders lived in long and harsh winter climates. Another museum that's worth visiting is located just 1 minute from the Skogar Waterfall, 150 km east of Reykjavík: the Skógar Folk Museum consists of over 1000 regional folk craft artefacts.

The Northern Lights, or Aurora Borealis, occur through electrically charged particles that are caused by the sun hitting the planet Earth's magnetic field, forming unique green streaks form across the skies. Iceland is one of the best places on earth to watch the Northern Lights. When the winter skies are free from clouds, you can easily experience these beautiful lights dancing across the sky from September to mid-April, with the peak times for viewing the auroras being in November and February.

The largest glacier lagoon in Iceland can be found on the edge of Vatnajökull National Park. Jökulsárlón has crystal blue waters between vast icebergs. In summer you can take a swim, and in winter the snow turns the river lagoon into a true wonderland. Here you can watch the Northern Lights reflecting against the ice during dark nights and take Instagram-worthy photos.

Traditional Icelandic cuisine centres around dairy, bread, fish, and lamb. While Icelandic food has its roots in Scandinavian cuisine, there are some authentic local dishes that you must try. Two examples include a traditional lamp meat soup called Kjötsupa, which is made from lamb, vegetables, and herbs and is mostly enjoyed during cold months of winter. The other traditional dish is a fish stew known as Plokkfiskur, which consists of boiled haddock or cod with mashed or roast potatoes.

Check out Iceland's top cultural events, with the best of dance, theatre, music, and visual art to suit all ages. The small music festival Innipúkin previously held performances from Blonde Redhead, Dikta, and Mugison, as well as a pub quiz, a music market, and BBQs for all the attendees. Reykjavik Culture Night fills up the streets of downtown Reykjavik with thousands of participants to celebrate the country's diverse cultural scene.

The Skaftafell Nature Reserve is located within the Vatnajökull National Park and is the largest nature reserve in Europe. Skaftafell is filled with glaciers, volcanoes, mountains, and forests that are surrounded by sandy deserts. This nature reserve is a hiker's paradise so no matter whether you're a beginner or experienced hiker, taking a walk through the breathtaking forests will take you back to nature and be a highlight of your trip.

No trip to Iceland is complete without a visit to Iceland's capital city. This vibrant metropolis is home to around 200,000 people; it is located on the coastline, and has been the capital of Iceland since the beginning of the 19th century, after the country claimed its independence from Denmark. Today, Reykjavik is a must-see, especially during the warm summer months when you can watch the midnight sun. This city is also the best place for music lovers, with some of the liveliest nightclubs in the country.