Secret Lagoon (Gamla Laugin) Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience the Secret Lagoon. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

• Golden Circle & Secret Lagoon Small-Group Tour from Reykjavik

• Golden Circle, Secret Lagoon & Kerið Small Group Tour

• Skip the Line: Secret Lagoon Entrance Ticket

• Golden Circle, Secret Lagoon and Kerid Crater Tour from Reykjavik

• Golden Circle & Secret Lagoon Small-Group Day Tour from Reykjavik

Admission to the Secret Lagoon costs about US$36 for adults, US$26 for seniors, and US$2 for children. Entry includes access to the geothermal pool plus showers and changing rooms; if you don’t bring your own towels and swimwear, these are available for rent from reception.

Yes, the Secret Lagoon is worth visiting. This swimming pool in Iceland is known for its natural, peaceful setting, offering a counterpoint to the more luxurious Blue Lagoon. To skip the driving and experience more of Iceland's essential destinations, join a Golden Circle tour from Reykjavik that includes sights such as Thingvellir National Park, Gullfoss, and Kerid Crater. 

Per one customer who booked the Golden Circle, Secret Lagoon, and Kerid Crater Tour from Reykjavik, "This is a must when you are visiting Iceland. This tour was worth every penny with a jam packed full day. The scenery is just breathtaking everywhere you stop. The secret lagoon was defo a must and so beautiful around the area. Our driver Dean was fabulous and Sonny was just so helpful and told us lots about all the places we visited on this tour. Thank you for making one of my dreams come true during my time in your beautiful country."

The Secret Lagoon (or Gamla Laugin, which means old pool) is an outdoor thermal pool in South Iceland and the oldest in the country. Located in a geothermal area, it is fed by natural hot springs. The Secret Lagoon is in Fludir, around 60 miles (97 kilometers) east of Reykjavik.

If you have a car, you can drive there by taking the Ring Road (Route 1) south, then turn onto Road 30 after Selfoss. The Straeto bus line 72/73 also connects Reykjavik with Fludir. Taxis are another option. Some Golden Circle tours from Reykjavik include a stop at the Secret Lagoon.

Yes, visitors can swim in the Secret Lagoon year-round. The Secret Lagoon’s natural warm water is heated by the surrounding hot springs to around 100–104°F (38-40°C) all year. Visitors can enjoy slightly extended hours during the summer season from June to September, though advanced reservations are recommended.

No, there are no age restrictions for visiting the Secret Lagoon, although children cannot enter the pool on their own. An adult must accompany children 16 and under. Children 14 and under can enter for free with a paying adult. Children 8 and under need to wear inflatable swim armbands.

Visitors should make a reservation in advance, as entry to the lagoon cannot be guaranteed otherwise. This is especially true during the summer high season. You can make reservations online for a specific date and time. Pay online or upon arrival at the Secret Lagoon reception.

Yes, the Secret Lagoon includes an indoor changing room with lockers and keys. Men’s and women’s communal showers are also available, and everyone must shower without swimsuits before entering the pool. Towels and swimsuits are available for rent. There is also a café offering drinks, snacks, and sandwiches.

There are tons of things to do when you're done visiting the Secret Lagoon. According to travelers, these are some of the top attractions around Reykjavik:

• Blue Lagoon

• Thingvellir National Park

• Gullfoss

• Vatnajokull National Park

• Skógafoss

View Viator's guide to all the best attractions in Reykjavik.