Skogar

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Skogafoss showing a waterfall and a river or creek
Skogafoss showing a waterfall and a gorge or canyon as well as an individual male
Skogafoss featuring a gorge or canyon and a cascade
Skogafoss featuring a cascade
Skogafoss featuring a waterfall as well as a small group of people

Look for rainbows in the rushing cascade, trek across a glacier and learn about Icelandic traditions around this town.

Home to one of the country’s most important waterfalls, Skogar is a small town with a population of about two dozen people. Visit its open-air folk museum, quaint houses and ocean cliffs that have receded several miles inland.

Gaze up at the humbling waterfall of SkogafossOpens in a new window that drops vertically from cliffs that once loomed over the Atlantic Ocean. The land has since been reclaimed, so the cascade of water hits the ground, with its spray generating single and double rainbows. Ascend the steps to the right of the waterfall’s base leading to its summit.

A 5-minute walk southeast from the waterfall leads to Skogar Museum, an open-air exhibit showcasing traditional Icelandic homes. Note how the roofs of its buildings blend in with the grass of the surrounding hills. Explore the replicas of houses, a church and shops from the early 20th century.

The museum holds about 15,000 handicrafts and other items that play an important role in Icelandic culture. Peruse the collection of communication devices used in the country.

Travel north of town to see the looming presence of the glacier Eyjafjallajökull that sits atop a volcano at a height of 5,417 feet (1,651 meters). It last erupted in 2010, causing disruption to air travel around Europe. A visitor center explaining the causes and effects of the recent eruption is a few miles west of Skogar.

Join a tour during which operators will help you to make a safe, gentle walk on ice at the glacier of Solheimajokull. Take photos of the rocky formations seemingly trapped in the ice. Learn from the guides about the formation and nature of the glacier.

The town’s name translates to “Forests,” in reference to the dense woodland on the surrounding hills. Hike along paths among trees and enjoy a picnic with your family in the picturesque region.

In southern Iceland, Skogar is a 2-hour drive southeast from ReykjavikOpens in a new window, which holds the nation’s main airport. Skogar is a charming hamlet blending traditional Icelandic culture with the country’s impressive natural behemoths.

Hotel Skógafoss by EJ Hotels

Hotel Skógafoss by EJ Hotels

3 out of 5
Skogar, Rangárþing eystra
The price is P20,007 per night from Aug 16 to Aug 17
P20,007
P22,586 total
Aug 16 - Aug 17
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Rangárþing eystra. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (618 reviews)
"Hotel was great but having the waterfall behind the property was amazing!"

Reviewed on Jul 19, 2025

Hotel Skógafoss by EJ Hotels
Hotel Skógá by EJ Hotels

Hotel Skógá by EJ Hotels

3.5 out of 5
Skógarfoss, Rangárþing eystra, South Iceland
The price is P21,687 per night from Aug 25 to Aug 26
P21,687
P24,451 total
Aug 25 - Aug 26
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Rangárþing eystra. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (297 reviews)
"Location was great. No full time staff. Basic accommodations. Very pricy."

Reviewed on Jul 17, 2025

Hotel Skógá by EJ Hotels
Skogar Hostel

Skogar Hostel

1 out of 5
SVistavegur 1-3, Rangárþing eystra, Rangarthing Eystra
The price is P14,163 per night from Jul 31 to Aug 1
P14,163
P16,099 total
Jul 31 - Aug 1
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostel in Rangárþing eystra. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Skogafoss and Skógar Museum are located ...
7.8/10 Good! (63 reviews)
"Better than expected actually. Big kitchen. A washing machine would make the stay even better"

Reviewed on Jul 10, 2025

Skogar Hostel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Vík Apartments

Vík Apartments

3.5 out of 5
Sléttuvegur 4-8, Vik I Myrdal, South Iceland
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Vik I Myrdal. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (584 reviews)
"It was a good place to stay, the only thing - it was too hot in the apartment because of the heated floors without any option to make it cooler, even though we adjusted the tempreture. And we had only one tiny window."

Reviewed on Jul 25, 2025

Vík Apartments
Black Beach Suites

Black Beach Suites

3 out of 5
Vik I Myrdal, Vik I Myrdal, South Iceland
Stay at this 3-star beach aparthotel in Vik I Myrdal. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,182 reviews)
"Beautiful room with small kitchen. Nice views from (no furniture) of the farm land leading into the ocean. There is a lobby that seems designed mostly to serve the sister hostel (barn) with a small bar and common kitchen. It was bustling there but not in a very positive way. But essentially no food. ..."

Reviewed on Jul 25, 2025

Black Beach Suites
Starlight Camping Pods

Starlight Camping Pods

2.5 out of 5
South Lambafell, Rangárþing eystra, Rangárþing eystra
Stay at this cabin in Rangárþing eystra. Enjoy free parking, daily housekeeping, and a garden. Popular attractions Skogafoss and Rutshellir Caves are located ...
4.8/10 (16 reviews)
"I arrived late and my pod had been given to someone else. No problem - a very helpful young man came by and set me up in a different pod. The place is in a spectacular location and the pods are super-comfortable, cozy, and warm. I would stay there again in an instant."

Reviewed on Jul 23, 2025

Starlight Camping Pods
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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