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Blue Lagoon (geothermal spa)
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The Blue Lagoon is a world-renowned geothermal spa located in a dramatic lava field on the Reykjanes Peninsula. Visitors soak in warm, mineral-rich waters that are milky-blue due to high silica content. The spa provides a surreal experience surrounded by rugged volcanic terrain, with facilities including saunas and steam rooms. It is a distinctive destination for relaxation and wellness, drawing travelers from around the globe.
Don't miss
- Bathe in the warm, silica-rich waters that give the lagoon its iconic blue color.
- Apply silica mud masks from buckets placed around the lagoon for a natural skin treatment.
- Enjoy the contrast of warm water against the cool, crisp Icelandic air.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Blue Lagoon (geothermal spa)
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inBlue Lagoon Cruise with Sightseeing from Latchi Harbour4.9★ · 764 travelers~3 hoursFree cancellationFrom$29 per personSee dates →
Best full daySmall-Group Golden Circle, Blue Lagoon with Ticket & Kerid Crater4.9★ · 6,205 travelers~11 hoursFree cancellationFrom$259 per personSee dates →
Private & flexibleReykjavík/Keflavík–Blue Lagoon, Silica & Retreat Transfer5★ · 16 travelers~0 hoursFree cancellationFrom$67 per personSee dates →More attractions in Grindavik