Choose a vacation rental for your Kjalarnes getaway
Experience the unique character of Kjalarnes with a stay in a vacation home rental. One of the city's many top draws is its skiing. A vacation rental can help make your stay complete. Many rentals come with a full kitchen and laundry facilities.
Activities and attractions in and around Kjalarnes
Are you hoping to find top things to see and do while you're in the area? Venture out of your vacation home and experience everything that Kjalarnes has to offer. These are some of the major attractions to explore, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool (7.6 mi / 12.2 km)
- Elding Reykjavik Whale Watching (8.3 mi / 13.4 km)
- Skalafell Ski Area (9.8 mi / 15.8 km)
- Sky Lagoon (10.3 mi / 16.6 km)
- Viking Village (13.6 mi / 21.8 km)
- Varmarlaug Swimming Pool (5.7 mi / 9.1 km)
Exploring the natural features in Kjalarnes
Whether you're an active traveler or just want to take in the scenery, Kjalarnes is a great place to get outside. These are some of the area's most eye-catching sights, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Reykjavik Pond (8.6 mi / 13.8 km)
- Nautholsvik Geothermal Beach (9.8 mi / 15.8 km)
- Sky Lagoon (10.3 mi / 16.6 km)
- Glymur Waterfall (18.5 mi / 29.8 km)
- Thingvellir National Park (21 mi / 33.8 km)
- Reykjadalur Valley (22.7 mi / 36.6 km)
Traveling to and around Kjalarnes
Fly into Reykjavik Domestic Airport (RKV), the closest airport, located 9.3 mi (14.9 km) from the city center. If you can't find a flight that's convenient for your trip, you might consider flying into Reykjavik–Keflavik Intl. Airport (KEF), which is 31 mi (49.8 km) away.