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The Golden CirclePlaces to visit and thing to do!
On The Golden Circle.
Activities & Entertainment
You will not be bored going The Golden Circle.
A long list of activites and fun entertainments to explore and create memories.
Hrunalaug
A rare and intimate vist into Iceland’s natural and cultural heritage. Nestled in serene nature, this small, natural hot spring has been in the same family since the 1890s. With crystal-clear geothermal waters at a comfortable body temperature, it offers a peaceful...
Kaffi-Sel
A local restaurant, where everyone is welcome for pizzas, burgers, soup, coffee and more. Family owned restaurant located next to a great golf course Selsvöllur.
Ullarverið – Icelandic Woolmarket & Mill
Ullarverið or the Icelandic Woolmarket & Mill runs a shop selling wool-related products in a factory building in Borgarás, just outside Flúðir in the Hrunamannahreppur district. There you can buy wool products, yarn and processed wool. The wool mill also has a...
Secret Lagoon
The Secret Lagoon, known locally as Gamla Laugin, is the oldest swimming pool in Iceland. It was made in 1891 at Hverahólmi, a geothermal area near Flúðir. What makes our place special are the rich natural resources of warm water coming from hot springs. Vaðmálahver,...
Helicopter tour from Gullfoss
You can catch a helicopter tour from Gullfoss to four remarkable places. Landmannalaugar, Glacier Landing on Langjökull, Ice Cave tour and Snowmobile tour via heilcopter. Experience the thrill of flying straight from Iceland’s Golden Circle into the heart of the...
Accommodation
If you are tired you should stop by one of the nice accommodations on The Golden Circle.
Hoofprints & Highlands
Hoofprints & Highlands is a cozy, family-run farm stay nestled in the peaceful countryside, operated by a warm family of four. Along with offering a relaxing escape and hands-on farm experiences, we also feature a charming souvenir shop showcasing unique...
Tjaldmiðstöðin Flúðum
Description of facilitiesThe town Flúðir has been a popular destination for icelandic tourists as well as foreign tourist mostly because the area is known for good weather. The area has been called “the food chest of Iceland” because of the big growth in vegetables....
The Hill Hotel
Nestled in the heart of Iceland, The Hill Hotel is your perfect adventure base. Just an hour from Reykjavík and in the midst of the Golden Circle and the breathtaking attractions of South Iceland, start your journey here explore every corner of this remarkable...
Landmarks & History
You find a wide selection of all kinds of landmarks and historical places on The Golden Circle.
Brúarhlöð
Bruarhlod canyon, spelled Brúarhlöð in Icelandic, is a magnificent canyon in South Iceland. Its main features are it's otherworldly pillars and cliffs, carved out by the mighty Hvita river over the centuries. The canyon lives up to the geological extremes of Iceland...
Hrunakirkja
Hrunakirkja is the community church for Hrunamannahreppur. It was built in 1865 out of iron-clad timber and seats 200 people. Catholic churches in the area were dedicated to Mary the mother of God, Archbishop Thomas, St. Thorlac, and St. Catherine. Tungufell Church...
Hrunalaug
A rare and intimate vist into Iceland’s natural and cultural heritage. Nestled in serene nature, this small, natural hot spring has been in the same family since the 1890s. With crystal-clear geothermal waters at a comfortable body temperature, it offers a peaceful...
Secret Lagoon
The Secret Lagoon, known locally as Gamla Laugin, is the oldest swimming pool in Iceland. It was made in 1891 at Hverahólmi, a geothermal area near Flúðir. What makes our place special are the rich natural resources of warm water coming from hot springs. Vaðmálahver,...
Towns
Driving through a town is fun but if you stop and look around you find remarkable things.
Flúðir!
Flúðir is a rapidly growing community in the center of the Hrunamannahreppur district, about 25 minutes off the main Ring Road. The area is considered to be very fertile and beautiful. Litla-Laxá, a clear spring river, runs through the village in an attractive basin....
Restaurants & Shops
Everyone has to eat, you will find plenty of authentic places to eat at on The Golden Circle
Minilik
Ethiopian restaurant which offers great traditional Ethiopian food. Minilik Ethiopian Restaurant was first founded in Flúðir out of Reykjavik by two couples Lemlem Kahssay, Azeb kahssay, Árni Magnús Hannesson and Yirga Mekonnen on summer of 2011. We found out that our...
The Star Restaurant
Family owned Chinese restaurant, that offers lunch and dinner. Great traditional Chinese food.
Kaffi-Sel
A local restaurant, where everyone is welcome for pizzas, burgers, soup, coffee and more. Family owned restaurant located next to a great golf course Selsvöllur.
Sólskinsbúðin
Our farmers market At our store, you'll find a diverse selection of vegetables, fresh herbs, quality meat, and carefully selected specialty items – all sourced directly from local farmers. We also serve fresh bread and pastries, along with coffee to go.
The Hill Hotel
Nestled in the heart of Iceland, The Hill Hotel is your perfect adventure base. Just an hour from Reykjavík and in the midst of the Golden Circle and the breathtaking attractions of South Iceland, start your journey here explore every corner of this remarkable...
Ullarverið – Icelandic Woolmarket & Mill
Ullarverið or the Icelandic Woolmarket & Mill runs a shop selling wool-related products in a factory building in Borgarás, just outside Flúðir in the Hrunamannahreppur district. There you can buy wool products, yarn and processed wool. The wool mill also has a...
Farmers Bistro
Farmers Bistro is located in the beautiful surroundings of Flúðir which has been a popular destination for domestic and foreign tourists as there is always great weather here. The municipal area is home to 800 people, smack dab in the middle of the Golden Circle....