5-Day Iceland Road Trip from Reykjavík traveling north to Stykkishólmur and Borgarnes

Your road trip adventure in Iceland begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Reykjavík. You’ll stay in Reykjavík for 2 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Reykjavík has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible The Sun Voyager. This attraction is a sculpture and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,294 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best hotels or places to stay in the city. Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Reykjavík, Icelandic Street Food. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,028 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Reykjavík is Íslenski barinn. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,036 customers.

Locals recommend Old Iceland as one of the best restaurants in the city of Reykjavík. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,436 customers.

Reykjavík also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Reykjavík is Matarkjallarinn - Foodcellar. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 638 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Reykjavík is Lebowski Bar. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,458 customers.

Locals also enjoy Bastard Brew & Food. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 981 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 5-day vacation in Iceland!

Day 2 of your road trip through Iceland gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You'll start your day with some exploring in the city of Reykjavík and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Stykkishólmur. You will stay in Stykkishólmur for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Reykjavík is the amazing Harpa Concert Hall and Conference Centre. This attraction is an art gallery that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,419 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible must-see tourist destination, Rainbow Street. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,735 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Reykjavík is the outstanding Hallgrímskirkja. This popular church building and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 21,728 visitors.

The spectacular Perlan is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating architectural structure and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 8,711 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Reykjavík by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else the city has in store for you. There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your road trip in Iceland. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before it's too late.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Stykkishólmur, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Narfeyrarstofa, one of the best restaurants in the city of Stykkishólmur. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 546 customers.

Locals also recommend Sjávarpakkhúsið as one of the best restaurants in the city of Stykkishólmur. Sjávarpakkhúsið is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 486 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Stykkishólmur is Hafnarvagninn-Fish & Chips. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 142 customers.

After dinner, visit Fosshótel Stykkishólmur, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Stykkishólmur. This bar is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 461 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Iceland!

Rise and shine on day 3 of your road trip in Iceland. Today, you'll wake up in Stykkishólmur and embark on a scenic drive to Borgarnes, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Stykkishólmur before you reach your end destination for the day.

It’s hard not to feel excited about visiting attractions in a destination as lovely as Stykkishólmur. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Kirkjufellsfoss. This attraction is a waterfall that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 5,208 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Snæfellsjökull National Park. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 1,821 visitors.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like La Colina Pizzeria. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 502 customers.

Locals also recommend Bara Borgarnes, another of the best restaurants in Borgarnes. Bara Borgarnes is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 242 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Englendingavík. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 300 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit B59 Hótel to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Borgarnes, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 324 customers.

This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation.

End your day by raising your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure in Iceland, and look forward to more great days to come!

Rise and shine on day 4 of your road trip in Iceland. Today, you'll wake up in Borgarnes and embark on a scenic drive to Reykjavík, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Borgarnes before you reach your end destination for the day.

It’s hard not to feel excited about visiting attractions in a destination as lovely as Borgarnes. When you’re eager to explore the region and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Þingvellir. This attraction is a national park of iceland that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 20,702 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Great Geysir. This attraction, a beloved geyser, has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 3,945 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Borgarnes is the stunning Litli-Geysir. This must-see tourist destination and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 116 visitors.

Next, you could make your way to the best-rated geyser in Borgarnes. The popular Strokkur is a great place to visit on this day of your road trip adventure. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 9,584 visitors, it’s one of the most popular places to see in the region.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Sjávargrillið. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,167 customers.

Locals also recommend Forréttabarinn, another of the best restaurants in Reykjavík. Forréttabarinn is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 762 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Lamb street food. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 726 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Sæta Svínið Gastropub to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Reykjavík, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,058 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Kol Restaurant. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Kol Restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 931 customers.

Fish Market is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 802 customers.

End your day by raising your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure in Iceland, and look forward to more great days to come!

Day 5 of your road trip in Iceland is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Reykjavík before saying goodbye to this wonderful destination. When you have time to explore the area before you make your way home, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

Laugardalslaug is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Reykjavík. This best-rated sightseeing destination and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,921 visitors.

Take a stroll along the main shopping streets of Reykjavík and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in Iceland.

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Reykjavík at KRÖST before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 635 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Café Loki for your last chance at a meal in the city of Reykjavík. The Café Loki restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,313 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Apotek Restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,295 customers.

You’ll then say farewell to Reykjavík. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in Iceland!