Things to do in  Snaefellsnes Peninsula

Dominated by a glacier-topped stratovolcano, Snæfellsjökull National Park embodies Iceland’s moniker: the land of fire and ice. The park covers 70 square miles (183 square kilometers) and boasts basalt sea cliffs, black and gold sand beaches, and peculiar lava formations. While the park’s star attraction is undoubtedly Snæfellsjökull volcano—which inspired Jules Verne while writing Journey to the Center of the Earth—its otherworldly lava fields and remains of ancient fishing villages are not to be missed.

Kirkjufell (Church Mountain) is one of Iceland's most photographed peaks, towering 1,519 feet (463 meters) over the Snaefellsnes Peninsula. Famous for its unique, steeple-like shape, it starred as Arrow Head Mountain in Game of Thrones. A geological wonder, it captivates photographers and nature lovers from around the globe.

Thanks to its distinctive wedge shape, Kirkjufell is the most photographed mountain in Iceland—and Kirkjufellsfoss is the waterfall that tumbles near its base. Together, the two make for one of Iceland’s most recognized scenes, an elemental display of the country’s natural beauty. A short drive from the town of Grundarfjordur, this spot is as easily accessible as it is spectacular.