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Gullfloss (Golden Waterfall)

Reykjavik, Iceland
Ranked #2 of 44 attractions in Reykjavik
5.0 of 5 stars 392 Reviews
Type: Waterfalls
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Shrewsbury
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26 reviews 26 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 26, 2012 NEW
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This was well worth the ride, it was as stunning as we expected , take the walk from the lower car park and experience the falls in close contact, feel the force of water by being so close, but then retrace your steps to the car park head up the steps and take a panoramic view from the top before... More

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switzerland
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45 reviews 45 reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 25, 2012 NEW

I did this on my last day as I felt guilty about going to iceland and not 'doing' the waterfalls! I actually thought it was a 'nice' waterfall, my bus driver stopped at the bottom car park which was great because it's from here that the falls are most impressive. but 10-15 mins is enough to look and take photos....not... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 25, 2012 NEW

Really took my breath away. It was once in a lifetime experience. More

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Heidelberg, Germany
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 25, 2012 NEW

Our visit to Gulfoss was included in our Golden Circle Trip with Reyjavik Excursion. The Falls are nothing like i have ever seen before..in one word...Breathtaking! The best thing about it is that there is minimal human encroachment near it and this makes it even more beautiful! One must include this on a trip to Iceland. Beautiful and Awesome in... More

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Reykjavik, Iceland
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13 reviews 13 reviews
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8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2012 NEW
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This is along with Geysir is something everyone must see. Icelanders go there all the time with their young children as well, so it's not just for tourists. The waterfall is magnificent and changes with the weather. It's also quite a sight to see in winter. Be careful not to slip and fall in thought. More

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Tampa, Florida
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4 reviews 4 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2012 NEW
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Booked a private tour with Pink Iceland to the amazing Golden Circle, it was worth every penny. The waterfall is magnificent, completely breathtaking and the guide so handsome and fun! More

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Atlanta, Georgia
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30 reviews 30 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2012 NEW
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Much of the route travelled by everyone who takes a trip out of Reykjavik is scenic; Gullfloss however is a magnificent site and it's definitely worth the trip. In mid-winter, this is a spectacular place to take photographs and enjoy the raw power of the water. More

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Dublin, Ireland
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56 reviews 56 reviews
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61 helpful votes 61 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2012 NEW
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Beautiful waterfall. Loved it. Great walkways around it More

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NJ
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11 reviews 11 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2012 NEW
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Take the easy walk to the top, or the slightly harder (and much wetter) hike to the bottom of the trails. Stunning, powerful place. More

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New York City, New York
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3 reviews 3 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2012 NEW
1
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Best thing about this place: you can go almost up to the very edge. Dangerous/exhilerating. More

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