The Golden Circle
A place to slow down between Geysir and Gullfoss
Discover Laugarás Lagoon on Iceland’s Golden Circle
Between Geysir and Gullfoss, discover a place to slow down on your journey through Iceland’s Golden Circle.
Set beside the Hvítá river, Laugarás Lagoon brings together geothermal bathing, Icelandic nature and seasonal dining in one destination.
Þingvellir National Park
Walk through a landscape shaped by geology and history at Þingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Iceland’s most significant historic locations.
Geysir Geothermal Area
See Iceland’s geothermal power in action at the Geysir geothermal area, where Strokkur regularly sends hot water high into the air.
Gullfoss Waterfall
Experience the power of the Hvítá river at Gullfoss, where the water plunges dramatically into a rugged canyon.
Laugarás Lagoon
Then, experience the landscape differently.
Step into geothermal waters, slow the pace and make Laugarás Lagoon part of your journey through the Golden Circle.
Kerið Crater
Discover the striking volcanic landscape of Kerið, an easy stop on your way between Laugarás and Reykjavík.
From the lagoon to the table
At Ylja, chef Gísli Matt and his team create seasonal dishes inspired by the landscape surrounding Laugarás.
Ingredients are sourced with an emphasis on the region, including produce from neighbouring farms and geothermal greenhouses, bringing the surroundings of Laugarás directly to the table.
Visit Ylja before or after the lagoon, or come simply to dine.
Easy to add to your Golden Circle itinerary
- Keflavík airport — Laugarás Lagoon
- 120 minutes
- Reykjavík — Laugarás Lagoon
- 80 minutes
- Geysir — Laugarás Lagoon
- 27 minutes
- Gullfoss — Laugarás Lagoon
- 39 minutes
Visiting on the Golden Circle
Yes. Laugarás Lagoon is located in the village of Laugarás in South Iceland and can easily be incorporated into a Golden Circle itinerary alongside Þingvellir, Geysir, Gullfoss and Kerið Crater.
Advance bookings are strongly recommended to ensure availability.
Yes. Visit Ylja before or after the lagoon, or come simply to dine.
Guests are advised to bring swimwear; other amenities will be provided based on the chosen package. Please note that wearing a swimsuit is required in the outdoor wellness area.
Make more of your Golden Circle journey
After waterfalls, geysers and wide-open landscapes, find warm geothermal waters, quiet moments and seasonal Icelandic food in Laugarás.
Ösp
The lagoon and a two-course meal at Ylja
- Unlimited access to the lagoon's outdoor areas
- Changing room with locker and vanity area
- Rjóður shampoo, conditioner and shower gel
- Towel
- A drink at the swim-up bar
- Two-course day menu (11:30–16:30) at Ylja
Lerki
The lagoon with a towel and a drink
- Unlimited access to the lagoon's outdoor areas
- Changing room with locker and vanity area
- Rjóður shampoo, conditioner and shower gel
- Towel
- A drink at the swim-up bar
Birki
Access to the lagoon
- Unlimited access to the lagoon's outdoor areas (towel not included)
- Changing room with locker and vanity area
- Rjóður shampoo, conditioner and shower gel in the showers