Thingvellir National Park
National park · South ·
Walk between tectonic plates, see waterfalls, and historic Viking parliament
Walk between tectonic plates, see waterfalls, and historic Viking parliament
"A destination for witnessing natural phenomena like solar eclipses, providing a unique travel experience."
"A popular tourist destination for northern lights viewing, with convenient access from Reykjavik and scenic landscapes." - Stefanie Waldek Stefanie Waldek Stefanie Waldek is a Brooklyn-based travel writer with over six years of experience. She covers various destinations, hotels, and travel products for TripSavvy. Travel + Leisure Editorial G
"Iceland is renowned for its serene landscapes, offering vast stretches of untamed terrain, towering glaciers, hot springs, and black sand beaches. It is considered the top destination for quiet vacations due to its low noise and light pollution, minimal traffic congestion, and high Global Peace Index score." - Stacey Leasca Stacey Leasca Stacey Leasca is an award-winning journalist and co-founder of Be a Travel Writer, an online course for the next generation of travel journalists. Her photos, videos, and words have appeare
"Thingvellir National Park is a popular nearby spot to Reykjavík for trying to spot the northern lights in winter, when long, aurora-strewn nights make Iceland a great choice for a belated or February trip." - Travel + Leisure Staff
"Thingvellir National Park is an excellent base for camping, hiking, horseback riding, and diving in the Silfra fissure, and is ideal for getting out into Iceland's dramatic landscapes." - Elizabeth Preske Elizabeth Preske Elizabeth Preske is an associate editor at TripSavvy and a former associate digital editor at Travel + Leisure. She writes and edits content about destinations around the world, covering everything from travel-related news and tips to stories about quirky destinations. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines