Things to do in Southern Region
Activities, attractions and tours
Visit Southern Region
![Southern Region](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/128000/128285-Seljalandsfoss.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
![Gullfoss Waterfall which includes mist or fog, a river or creek and a gorge or canyon](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/128000/128529-Gullfoss-Waterfall.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
![Dyrholaey featuring general coastal views and a lighthouse](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/128000/128460-Dyrholaey.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
![Black Beach featuring rocky coastline](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/128000/128063-Vik-I-Myrdal.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
![Gullfoss Waterfall showing a cascade, mist or fog and landscape views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/128000/128564-Gullfoss-Waterfall.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
Most popular experiences in Southern Region
Winter activities
See all 25 activities![Guided Golden Circle Tour & Langjökull Snowmobiling Experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/434748/754cef71-1fc9-43a2-87ca-391d57a08fe8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)
Guided Golden Circle Tour & Langjökull Snowmobiling Experience
Adventure & outdoor
See all 169 activities![Small Group Katla Ice Cave Adventure from Reykjavik](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/503678/fae767d2-5c41-42fd-93c3-8eca69559c6d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)
Small Group Katla Ice Cave Adventure from Reykjavik
Water activities
See all 13 activities![Golden Circle & Snorkel in Silfra with Underwater Photos](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/533946/b7e7fb48-514a-4832-a9a5-a77b4b5b08b4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)
Golden Circle & Snorkel in Silfra with Underwater Photos
Wildlife & nature
See all 22 activities![Black Sand Beach Horse Riding Tour from Vik](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1006050/514a846e-4e14-4584-a2ee-f70018f209a5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)
Black Sand Beach Horse Riding Tour from Vik
Spa & wellness
See all 11 activities![Iceland Secret Lagoon Admission Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4579103/06432e81-940b-4da0-bc32-f68f09b3b6eb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280)
Iceland Secret Lagoon Admission Ticket
What to do in Southern Region
Popular places to visit
![Thingvellir National Park featuring general coastal views, mountains and snow](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/128000/128006-Hveragerdi.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Thingvellir National Park
See rifts where the earth’s continents are moving apart, visit a lava-strewn lake and learn about the political beginnings of Iceland.
![Black Sand Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/17b087c02559c88779e7b7e42f3b173b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Black Sand Beach
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Black Sand Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Vik I Myrdal. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
![Gullfoss Waterfall showing landscape views, mist or fog and a gorge or canyon](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/128000/128541-Gullfoss-Waterfall.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Gullfoss
Part of a nature reserve, this waterfall crashing into a deep canyon is among the country’s most iconic features.
![Skogafoss showing a cascade and a river or creek](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/128000/128383-Skogafoss.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Skogafoss
Gaze up at the roaring waterfall that marks the point between the coastal highlands and the lowlands reclaimed from the sea.
![Geysir Hot Springs showing a hot spring](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/128000/128013-Laugarvatn.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Geysir Hot Springs
Traverse this dramatic field of more than a dozen geysers and simmering mud pits resembling the end of the world.
![Landmannalaugar](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/0d197d6263812fd9dbfb6647cd71ba35.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Landmannalaugar
Explore the great outdoors at Landmannalaugar, a lovely green space in Rangárþing ytra. Discover the area's glaciers and hot springs.
![Seljalandsfoss which includes a cascade](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/128000/128274-Seljalandsfoss.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Seljalandsfoss
Creep into the extraordinary secret lair behind this cascade to see the ferocious carpet of water from every angle.
![Black Beach showing a sunset and mist or fog as well as a small group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/128000/128057-Vik-I-Myrdal.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Black Beach
Stroll along the black sand past jagged rock formations and cliffs in the wettest part of the country.
![Kerid Crater](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/713c7e5ec1e7c8d75d264b0638a285b8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Kerid Crater
Explore the great outdoors at Kerid Crater and enjoy the northern light views during your trip to Selfoss. While in this relaxing area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.