Cheap 3-Day Iceland Road Trip in Reykjavík

Your exciting road trip through Iceland starts when you reach the incredible city of Reykjavík, where you'll stay for 2 nights. You'll pick up your rental car in Reykjavík and begin your adventure in Iceland.

Reykjavík is a popular cheap holiday destination in Iceland with something to offer every traveler. When you're ready to explore the city, stop at some of the best places to visit in Reykjavik and get this road trip adventure rolling.

A trip to the amazing The Sun Voyager will make your cheap holiday in Iceland truly special. This attraction is a fascinating sculpture that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 8,294 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best budget-friendly hotels or places to stay in the city.

When you're hungry and ready to take a break from your adventure, treat yourself to a delicious meal at one of the best restaurants in Reykjavík. An excellent example is the popular Icelandic Street Food. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,028 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in Iceland is Old Iceland. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,436 customers, this famous restaurant is one of the city's most recommended places to eat.

If you wish to dine at a restaurant locals love, go to the wonderful Sjávargrillið. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,167 customers, and is an awesome place to satisfy your craving for good food and service.

Íslenski barinn is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 2,036 customers have given this spot an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars, making it one of the most popular bars in the area.

Another bar in Reykjavík we recommend is Matarkjallarinn - Foodcellar, an excellent place to meet new friends. This bar offers customers plenty of snack and drink options and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 638 customers.

KRÖST is also one of the best places to go to unwind and chat with locals. Over 635 bar-goers have rated it an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Enjoy toasting the start of a terrific road trip vacation and cheap holiday experience in Iceland!

Expect amazing attractions, a great dining experience, and a wonderful time discovering the daily lives of locals with 1 night left in Reykjavík.

You’ll begin this day’s adventure with a visit to the top-rated Gullfoss. This incredible attraction is a waterfall that has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from around 4,152 visitors.

Another highlight of this cheap holiday package is a trip to the fascinating Strokkur. This spectacular geyser and tourist destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 9,584 reviews.

Ranking high up on many travelers’ bucket lists, the amazing Great Geysir has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 3,945 reviews.

This day of your road trip in Iceland is also the perfect opportunity to see the outstanding Þingvellir.

This local attraction is a captivating waterfall with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 4,864 travelers.

Keen to do something new and one-of-a-kind today? There are many experiences you can add to your cheap vacation package to make your road trip in Iceland more special. Check out all the budget-friendly activities and tours below and bag a cheap holiday deal.

When you’re ready to eat, indulge yourself to a nice meal at one of the top-rated restaurants in the city.

Forréttabarinn is an excellent example. Here you can enjoy good food and service at affordable prices. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 762 customers.

Lamb street food is another great restaurant option for budget travelers in Reykjavík. This restaurant serves a variety of delicious and savory meals at low prices and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 726 customers.

Locals enjoy dining at Café Loki, and you might want to check it out too. This restaurant has an exciting menu and an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 3,313 reviews.

After a lovely dinner at one of the best places to eat in Reykjavík, visit one of the most popular drinking spots in the city. Relax, grab a drink or two, chat with friendly locals, and enjoy the rest of your evening in Reykjavík.

Lebowski Bar is a fantastic bar many locals in Reykjavík recognize. This popular bar is an excellent place to unwind after a busy day and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,458 customers.

You can also enjoy a few drinks and some snacks at The Laundromat Cafe, another popular bar in the city. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,938 customers.

Bastard Brew & Food is a local favorite and a great place to hang out and socialize with other travelers in Reykjavík. Customers have rated the exciting Bastard Brew & Food an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 981 reviews.

Raise your glass and savor every moment of your cheap holiday experience in Iceland!

It’s soon time to say goodbye to Iceland as your road trip vacation is about to end. Day 3 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of Reykjavík.

Depending on how much time you have before your flight back home, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing to make the most of your cheap holiday experience in Iceland.

If you'd rather pass time visiting some attractions, this is your chance to go to places you may not have had the chance to explore yet.

One fantastic attraction you could visit on your last day in Reykjavík is the remarkable Laugardalslaug. This must-see tourist destination and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,921 visitors.

If you have an appetite for one last delicious meal in Reykjavík, consider a top-rated restaurant like Apotek Restaurant. This restaurant has a menu of appetizing and affordable meals and is rated at an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,295 customers.

101 Reykjavik Street Food is an excellent alternative if you feel like eating something else. This restaurant serves a variety of savory and budget-friendly dishes and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,639 customers.

Another popular restaurant you could check out is Grillmarkaðurinn. Rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,726 customers, this restaurant is a great place to enjoy meals that will remind you of Iceland and your fun memories in Reykjavík.

You’ll then say farewell to Reykjavík and begin your journey home. You’ll leave filled with unforgettable memories from your terrific and affordable travel experiences in Iceland!