A visit to the mystical Blue Lagoon is the reason many people travel to Iceland, it has become the most popular icon in the country since appearing in 1976. For those of you who haven’t heard of it, this ethereal hot spring is a man-made luxury spa – the biggest of its kind in the world.
If a day of opulent relaxation is what you are looking for, this is your place. Current 2019 prices range from $57-$98 for your basic package, depending on the time of day. There are plenty of additional spa treatements, you can dine at one of the restaurants on site, or stay overnight at the hotel.
Availability fills up sometimes days or weeks in advance, so a bit of planning is recommended. The mineral rich water stays 102°F all year round and is said to do wonders for your skin.
You may be bathing with celebrities such as Björk and Beyoncé, everyone is enchanted by this place.
I chose to skip a day at the spa, because I had many days to explore the country and enjoyed an array of wonderful hot springs. However, I couldn’t leave Iceland without taking a peek at one of its most treasured icons.
There is a walking path that showcases the milky blue water against the lava landscape formed in the year 1226, free for the public to explore.
The trail is no more than a half mile, but ever so lovely, especially at sunrise before all of the visitors have arrived.
Good to know:
Located in the Reykjanes Peninsula a trip from the airport is quick so a visit to the spa is perfect for your first or last day, and even doable for layovers. From the capital city Reykjavik it is an easy day trip to make.