My favourite car rental company is without a doubt Hertz Car Rental!

For 10% discount applied at checkout, click the link below:
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Hertz is one of few rental companies that have a counter inside the airport, so you'll be much faster at picking up your vehicle on arrival.

They also have an extensive coverage around Iceland and a very good customer service. Most (If not all) of the cars come with unlimited mileage and zero hidden cost.

The unlimited mileage is a huge plus in Iceland as it can always be so tempting to drive down just one more road!

Þingvellir is located on the rift between two tectonic plates, the Eurasian and the north Atlantic plate. They are drifiting apart by 2cm per year and you can see the effect of this at Þingvellir National Park. To see the top sights in Þingvellir National Park, walk in one of the cracks that are formed because of the rift (Almannagjá), visit Þingvallakirkja church and Öxarárfoss waterfall.

There are a number of parking lots available but the lot most conveniently located is P1. Once you pay the parking fee at one lot, you may travel to the other parking lots without paying again.

The Visitor's Center near P1 has a cafe, toilets and a gift shop and is a good place to get an idea of what Þingvellir National Park has to offer.

Game of Thrones has a few scenes filmed here and nearby P5 is the access point for Silfra snorkeling excursions.

Crowds at Þingvellir National Park are always high as it is an essential stop for guided Golden Circle tours coming from the city. Crowds are the highest around mid-morning.

The paths around Þingvellir National Park are accessible for most all times of the year with well-trodden and maintained paths. However, there are some stairs in areas which may prove challenging for strollers/buggies and wheelchairs.

Öxarárfoss is a waterfall in Þingvellir National Park, Iceland. It flows from the river Öxará over the Almannagjá. The pool at the base of the waterfall is filled with rocks and is often extremely icy during winter. The river flows in the crack between two tectonic plates and the path to take you to the waterfall is at the base of this very crack. The walk to get here from the Visitor's Center is roughly 15 - 20 minutes. There are some steps on the way to the waterfall but overall, the path is easily walkable.

Geysir Centre is a great place to stop and admire the geyser while enjoying some tasty food at the same time! Several restaurants operate out of this building. As an added bonus, there's also a large souvenir shop with magnets, trinkets, lopapeysas and jackets.

Consider stopping here on your Golden Circle route for lunch or dinner. This is also a good, secondary option for dinner if you're staying at Hotel Geysir.

Geysir geothermal area needs no explanation. This is perhaps one of the most famous landmarks of Iceland. Although the official Geysir hasn't erupted since 2016, just a few feet away is Strokkur which erupts every 4 - 10 minutes. It sprays water up to 50m high, spraying those downwind with warm water. You can also go for a walk around the area as it has many bubbling pools and lots of steam coming from the ground. Don't miss the view point up on the hill, it's just a short walk away.

This is another must-see stop on guided Golden Circle tours so be prepared for crowds.

Parking is free at Geysir Centre.

The paths in the area are mostly flat and gravel and the walk to the actively erupting geyser is just 5 minutes.

Geysir Centre is a great midday stop, full of gifts and food.

The most famous waterfall of Iceland and part of the Golden Circle. This is a huge one with lots of water and spray. Because of tourism there's now big built up parking lots and restaurants around it. So it's not the best nature experience but in the end a very impressive waterfall.

There are two parking lots and two view points...

1. The upper/main parking lot is a further drive and takes you to the Panorama Restaurant Cafe & Shop. From here the upper viewing platform is an easy 5 minute walk and you'll get a great view of the surrounding landscape. The lower view requires a decent number of stairs and a 5 - 10 minute walk along a fairly narrow gravel path. Depending on the season, it may also be possible for you to get closer to the falls but this will require some light scrambling over rocky steps.

2. The lower/bus parking lot comes first along the drive and has quick and easy access to the lower viewing area. Climb the steps to the upper viewing platforms, restaurant, toilets, and gift shop.

Parking in both lots is free.

Crampons/microspikes are recommended in winter as the paths can become quite icy.

You may also view Gullfoss from the east but the paths require extra caution and good hiking shoes.

Perfectly located for the Golden Circle travelers, modern yet warm decor, airport & sightseeing transportation upon request, and a delicious restaurant on site. I always recommend travelers to stay here on their Golden Circle day.