I was just stopping at the local N1 to fuel up and stumbled upon a super fun surprise: a gas station museum! A strange and unexpected location, Hveragerdi Stone and Mineral Museum is a hidden gem in the same town as the popular hike to the hot springs Reykjadalur Geothermal River.
So out of a sea of boring gas stations, pick this spot to pump and enjoy a free, fun, and educational stop. 
This collection of stones, minerals and fossil from across Iceland was curated by a family of by self taught geologists.
Their passion is evident, the large room is packed with interesting specimens and all sorts of fascinating accompanying facts like the Midwife Stone.
You’ll find lava from Mt. Hekla, one of the most active volcanoes in the world – who would have thought that some of it floats.
Iceland’s largest piece of petrified wood on display weighs 573 lbs, it was found on the Snæfellsnes Peninsula.
If you’re not aware of how an object becomes petrified – the process of turning something organic into stone, you can learn it at the museum! Game of Thrones tours stop at the museum, so if you are a fan of the show it may have added interest. There are handcrafted items made by the family for sale which would make unique souvenirs. Open from 12-6PM daily.