The lively gateway town beside the international airport.
Reykjanesbaer, which gathers Keflavik and Njardvik, is the busy town beside the airport, with a giant waterfront, music heritage and a famous sea monster museum.
It is the most convenient first night in Iceland, with harbour walks, pools and the Blue Lagoon a short drive away.
The Reykjanes peninsula wraps around Keflavik International Airport, so most places here are a short drive from the moment you land.
The places and moments worth slowing down for.
A striking museum built around a full size replica Viking ship.
Iceland's pop and rock story, with hands on exhibits.
A playful seaside cave themed around a beloved children's character.
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Quick answers for planning your visit.
Reykjanesbaer (Keflavik) is in Reykjanes Peninsula, Iceland. It is on the Reykjanes peninsula, right beside Keflavik International Airport.
Reykjanesbaer is known for the Viking World museum, the Rockne and Icelandic music heritage at the Museum of Rock and Roll, the Giantess Cave by the harbour, and its handy airport hotels.
The best time to visit is year round, and every season here has its own character.
Most visitors spend 1 day here, depending on the weather and how much of the surroundings you want to explore.