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Blue Lagoon
Blue Lagoon
4.5
8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Monday
8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Tuesday
8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Wednesday
8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Saturday
8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Sunday
8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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One of Iceland’s must-dos, the geothermal Blue Lagoon is famous for its ethereal milky-blue waters. Remaining at 102 degrees fahrenheit all year round, the waters are rich in silica and minerals. Soak in the lagoon, slather on a silica mud mask and enjoy the complimentary drink at the swim-up bar. Choose from the basic ‘Comfort’ package, the ‘Premium’ package or the ‘Luxury: Retreat Spa’ package that includes five hours at the spa. Make the Blue Lagoon your first or last stop from the airport, or combine it with a tour that includes Kerid Volcanic Crater and the Golden Circle. – Tripadvisor
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  • Mallorie K
    Columbus, Ohio9 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Worth It
    Worth the hype! The building and facilities inside were so clean and neat. The lagoon itself was so large you did not feel on top of other people and had plenty of space to explore. We got there first thing on a Monday morning and noticed the huge tour buses of people coming in the afternoon as we were leaving. Thankfully we had beautiful weather too to fully enjoy the experience.
    Visited September 2023
    Traveled as a couple
    Written October 3, 2023
  • Too Poor 2
    Baltimore, Maryland334 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Blue Lagoon Iceland
    About 30 miles from Reykavik is the Blue Lagoon thermal water spot. Package deals are easily found with transportation and on site amenities if desired. The water is about 100 degrees F, and the water feels good after a short dash from the door with your robe. The water is about 3-5 feet deep and feels really therapeutic. You are provided with 3 different facial masks that is suppose to cleanse and stimulate your skin. Cant get into your eyes or hair as it feels icky. After about one hour and numerous pics, one can have enough and go into the sauna, restaurant or other chill spots on location. Not easy to get to so that is why tours are the best means to access this attraction.
    Visited September 2023
    Traveled with friends
    Written October 5, 2023
  • Nicole D
    3 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    A must-do if you are visiting Reykjavik
    This is truly a must-do if you are visiting the Reykjavik area. There are many tour companies that can get you there so the travel is easy. The facility is lovely, although could be a bit more organized. At first it feels a bit weird putting everything you have with you into a locker and leaving with just a swimsuit and a towel. However, trust the process. The water is absolutely lovely and refreshing. It's a unique experience that I can't recommend enough. Minor issue: the staff is not the most helpful or friendly but they are clearly working hard to keep things moving.
    Visited September 2023
    Traveled as a couple
    Written October 9, 2023
  • Colleen S
    Sydney, Australia26 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Loved it!
    Blue Lagoon is just beautiful and so well organized. You are given a towel, you find a locker, you change and shower, you hand back your towel and enter the hot pool. You get your mud for your face, you have a drink (the blue slushie was fantastic!), you leave the pool, you get a new towel, you get dressed and leave (first going to the cafe or gift shop should you wish). So well organized and so clean. We had a great time!
    Visited September 2023
    Traveled with family
    Written October 18, 2023
  • Gillx4
    Kendal, United Kingdom361 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    A Must Visit Place when visiting Iceland
    Last minute trip to Iceland arranged so pre booked visit before arriving as wanted to make sure we were able to visit this natural wonder. We booked a premium package which gave us a robe, choice of 3 masks in the pool and 1 complimentary drink at the bar. Changing room was a little busy upon arrival but there were a few private changing areas available. Loved the pools, so clean and staff on hand to make sure everyone is safe. Trying the different masks was fun and a welcome drink at the pool bar was enjoyed. We didn’t bother with the hassle of taking our mobile phone in, there is a quiet area where no mobiles are allowed which is nice as sometimes you were surrounded by them, staff also asked some members with younger children to observe the rule of being quieter in that area. We had lunch in the cafe afterwards and this was delicious and good choice available. Had a little walk around outside where you can view the waters. A must visit place when visiting Iceland!
    Visited October 2023
    Traveled as a couple
    Written October 20, 2023
  • Allison R
    Coram, New York285 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Nice place, well organized
    I went to the Blue Lagoon with a 2:00 PM reservation. I arrived a little late, maybe 2:30, but no problem. Check-in was east, I got my wrist band (color coded based on which package you purchased), and was told where to go from there. In the locker room I was expecting naked women all over and in the showers but this was not the case at all. There are private changing rooms, put on your bathing suit then off to the private shower where you just pull down your suit to bathe all by yourself in your own shower stall. You can either go I to the lagoon through the outside or there is an indoor entrance and then walk outside in the water. In the water, you get 1 free drink and you face mask(s). They do check your band to see what package you have for the masks initially and I was surprised and impressed that they remember you, they remember which package you have, and they remember which mask you are up to get. They gave you directions as to how long to keep the mask in for and where to rinse it off. I do admit the only thing I was put off by was that the masks all go into the water that everyone is swimming in. The mask area and the drink bar both had lines but they moved quickly. Lava restaurant: nice menu, good food, but I found it overpriced for the taste. For the cost I expected it to be better. Throughout my entire time at the lagoon I never felt rushed. Very relaxing! J lost track of time there which I guess is the point.
    Visited October 2023
    Traveled solo
    Written October 20, 2023
  • carolyng2017
    69 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Disney-Land Experience Good For Family Fun.
    I decided to do the public side even though I dislike lines and crowds and loved it. I was with my 15 year old son and was worried if it was too quiet on the private side he might get bored. On the public side there was just enough to do: get your drink, get your face mask, go under the waterfall, go into the steam caves, then repeat. There was even a geo-thermal pool lecture that I enjoyed (he probably did not). If I was with other adults I would have done the spa side for sure. If you go with a Disney-land understanding (expensive, crowded), it's a fun experience. We ate at the restaurant which was ridiculously expensive but was also pretty good. Pro-tip: my hair felt awful for days. I wished I had brought some serious hair masks to undue the drying effect of the minerals.
    Visited August 2023
    Traveled with family
    Written October 29, 2023
  • jessengee
    Hinsdale, Illinois249 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Busy, Must See Icelandic Attraction
    This is the place if you want to expereince Icelandic hot spring culture, but only if you want to do so with hundreds of your closest friends. We stayed at a nearby hotel and walked here, but most come by the coachful to this iconic spot. The lagoon is quite large, so although there are many people here, you can still enjoy it. The multi-station facial treatment (included with entry fee) is worth doing, as is grabbing an adult beverage (extra fee).
    Visited March 2023
    Traveled with family
    Written October 31, 2023
  • Danielle G
    Clondalkin, Ireland266 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Book in advance
    Booked close to our trip so paid more, try book well in advance to save yourself money. You have to put conditioner in your hair before you enter the lagoon. The one they provide isn’t great so bring your own. Everything is paid through the bracelet that you get at the beginning which is great. You can spend as long as you want there so we spent three hours.
    Visited November 2023
    Traveled as a couple
    Written November 1, 2023
  • JJames
    26 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Well worth a visit
    So many coaches in the car park on arrival we were worried this was going to be overcrowded. We were wrong! It is so big that there is plenty of room to be spaced out. It is so beautiful, natural hot springs which were breathtaking. The silica mask and drink included in the comfort package were great. Personally, I don't see the need to do the premium package, comfort was enough. I was also worried there would be a hard sell for add on items, I was wrong again. There was no pressure at all. I had read some reviews that it was dirty and looked tired- these reviews are wrong. Not dirty or tired at all. The staff are friendly and so willing to make your time there enjoyable, one lady went out of her way to get us a good photo whilst we were in the water. Overall, a beautiful lagoon that is simply magical.
    Visited October 2023
    Traveled as a couple
    Written November 2, 2023
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swans11
Melbourne, Australia289 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2020
We had read a lot about Iceland's Blue Lagoon and were tossing up whether the considerable expense of a visit was worth it to experience Iceland's most iconic hot springs. For us it we have decided it probably was. We used Lagoon's own "Destination Blue Lagoon" coach for our transfers and this worked well, but was a rather drawn out business with pick-up near our accommodation at 5:30pm for our timed entrance to the Blue Lagoon about 7:00pm. On arrival there was about a 20min wait in the queue to be provided with our necessary wristbands for our 'Comfort' package and we were given instructions on lockers and pre-showering. I had forgotten to bring the much recommended hair conditioner, but this, as well as body wash and shampoo, was thankfully provided. Shower and locker facilities were good and well organised and hair dryers were also provided. We were able to take cameras into the pool area then return them to our lockers for safe keeping before continuing to enjoy the pool and this worked OK for photos. As we arrived in the early evening we were able to see the Lagoon in the twilight as well as enjoy lying in the warm water looking up at the stars later on (sadly no Northern Lights that night). The pool is huge, of varying depth (although not above the chest) and with hotter and slightly cooler pockets. The contrast of the expanse of gently floodlit, blue water, the black surrounding lava stones and the snowy mountain backdrop was pretty memorable and unique. Staff were helpful and polite and there seemed to be many stationed at the water's edge to make sure no one got into any difficulty in the water, especially as the lights grew dimmer late in the evening. We enjoyed our complimentary glass of wine at the wade up bar and probably spent a couple of very relaxing hours in total at the Lagoon. The trip back to Reyjkavik also worked fairly well but, with only one bus departing per hour we did have to wait a while.
Written March 30, 2020
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carrie w
Ipswich, UK1,621 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2019 • Couples
We went here on our first day, upon landing. We landed at 11.30am and booked the next available transfer to the lagoon, which was the 1pm slot.
We used Destination Blue Lagoon which we booked directly through the Blue lagoon website, reason being this was the only place that had a daytime slot and we wanted to visit during the daylight.

The bus picked us up on time at 1pm from the airport and took 20 minutes to get to the lagoon. The ticket allows you one hour to enter so even though we booked a 1pm slot and the bus didn’t get us there till 1.20pm we could still enter. We left at 4.15pm again via destination blue lagoon, drop off at the main bus terminal and then transfer on to our hotel. Once we got to the main bus terminal the transfer to the hotel was a little unorganised, there was no bus for us but they quickly sorted this.
We spent 3 hours at the lagoon and was a good amount of time. We stored our luggage for a small fee.

We booked the comfort ticket which included a towel, drink and mask. We also got to go to a queue with no wait time when we got there. The group tour queue was huge. Another perk booking directly through the website id say. In total the tickets including transport cost us about £250 but it was worth it.

The experience was great. It seemed busy but once you got into the lagoon there was loads of space. We got lockers easily, plenty of towels were available. Hairdryers and showers were all there too. There is a little cafe and restaurant. The strawberry wine and beer were lovely. This was my number 1 experience in Iceland.
Written January 1, 2020
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Nina
Leeds, UK7 contributions
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2020 • Couples
Valentine visit that turned into a nightmare !
We visited on the 13th of February 2020 the exact day that cyclone Dennis arrived.
We pre-booked the visit including the transfers which came to a cost of £150.
I know they can’t help the weather but the lagoon should’ve been closed ( I believe it was close the day after ) the snow blizzard was horizontal and we couldn’t even get out of the indoor cave bit of the lagoon.The lifeguards could noway see anybody in the lagoon!
We weren’t in there five minutes ,we never use any of the facemask ,or had the drink As the bar was on on the other side of the lagoon. We left on the next bus out of there(Leaving a lot of people stranded because the bus was full)
The place itself was beautiful and we would all love to stay there longer had the lagoon being closed we could’ve at least tried to go another day.
Written February 21, 2020
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AmandaJD16
112 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2020 • Couples
This really is a very special place and a 'must do' if you are visiting Iceland. We chose to go to the lagoon at night to add to the atmosphere and were then very pleased to find out that it was half price! There happened to be a severe blizzard on the night we went but everything still ran like clockwork (including the Destination Blue Lagoon transfer that we had booked from Reykjavic). We booked this directly from the blue lagoon website, there really is no need to pay another operator to carry out this trip for you.
The lagoon itself is exceptionally well organised. You are given an electronic wristband for your time there which operates your locker as well as enabling you to buy drinks in the lagoon bar, you then pay the balance off on exiting the lagoon. A great idea!
The changing rooms are spacious and very clean with shower cubicles to use after you leave the lagoon. It has more of a spa feel than a public swimming pool with ample towels provided. The lagoon itself is huge and so even though there are a lot of people there, it didn't feel busy. All in all a great experience!
Written February 21, 2020
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haribo2015
London, UK32 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2020 • Couples
Our visit to the Blue Lagoon was booked for early evening on an already dark January day.
As we arrived the sleet began and we wound our way down a path to the main building. Have Ing bought fast track VIO tickets we were issued with a fluffy robe, flip flood and a swatch watch type contraption which has been swiped with our credit card so we could make purchases within the lagoon.

The changing rooms were wonderfully designed in that they were sectioned into smaller, intimate areas divided separately for male and females . Our wristband appliance was used to lock individual lockers ( leave all jewellery in your hotel as the silica in the lagoon will tarnish it !)

Padded to the shower area which provided shower gel and more importantly hair conditioner. I recommend you apply gallons to your hair as silica will adhere to each strand and cause your hair to become enormous and tangled for days !!

Hung up our robes in a meeting area and waddled down a slope i to the lagoon through saloon type swing doors. The water was heavenly warm and it was an incredible experience since it was both dark and sleeting outside .

Our VIP pass entitled us to a free drink of choice at one of the lagoon pool bars and further drinks ( we had Prosecco but there was a vast selection plus soft drinks too) We slapped on a face full of exfoiliating face mask ( later we swapped to a moisturising one )

It was wonderful to float around in the very warm water , quite surreal in the dark. The lagoon covered quite a large area and did not feel overcrowded. Some people sat or sheltered behind large rocks to avoid the snowflakes !

We enjoyed the waters for easily 90 minutes then came out to enjoy a hot shower and shampoo out the hair conditioner ( our hair was perfectly fine afterwards) Quality hairdryers were in abundance in the changing room areas, along with wonderfully lit mirrors and dressing table area.

We then went on to enjoy a beautiful four course dinner in the dining room . The menu was fantastic as was the selection of wines and the staff were extremely efficient and knowledgable.

We enjoyed a most memorable trip to the Blue Lagoon and were not disappointed by a Winter visit. Infact, I would say it was all the more magical because of the cold and dark. We loved every second !
Written February 18, 2020
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TB3
East Sussex, UK238 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2020 • Friends
We did this on the way to our hotel after the flight. I would recommend doing it either on the way to your hotel or on the way to the airport if you can. It’s about half way between Reykjavik centre and Keflavik airport. Your transfers can be arranged around it really easily! You can put your bags away for as little as £3/4. You then have lockers for your day bags upstairs in the changing rooms.

You can occasionally get in early and there are a number of bus times to take to get there.
The cafe isn’t too expensive and you can view the lagoon from indoors or outside.

Changing areas are open. Be prepared to see naked people! There is one little changing cubicle, you might need to queue if you want to use it.
You don’t need flip flops etc but you can buy/rent them if you find you want them last minute.
There’s a door straight out to the open (very cold start) or a slope down into the water inside the main building and then open the door directly into the lagoon.

In the lagoon the floor is relatively flat. Some parts are a little gravely and some parts have clays. Like the masks they give you included in the comfort package.

It’s so warm but full of silica and can react badly with your hair. They provide a ton of conditioner and make you shower before you get in. Use plenty of conditioner and stick your hair up. Feel free to dunk in if you want to chance it. Loads of people do. The drinks are YUM!
Everything’s done on a little blue plastic bracelet you settle up at the end.

Get a waterproof phone or camera cover, you won’t regret it!
And try and have some time after to walk around the ground. It’s stunning
Written February 12, 2020
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clive w
Aylesbury, UK14 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2020 • Couples
We nearly didn’t do this as it is costly especially when you have to factor in the cost of transport would suggest trying to fit in as part of your airport transfer if you can. Look at the Blue Lagoon website for these options.

Once there it is a really great experience. Much more like a spa than a pool. Kept clean and tidy and not too overcrowded. We booked in for 3pm as the lunchtime slots were full. Once there you are not restricted as to how long you can stay. If booked in a specific return bus they said we could change it as long as we did so at reception before getting in the return bus. In any event we didn’t need it as we were booked in the 6.15 bus which allowed a good time in the lagoon without rushing.

Changing rooms were clean and spacious. A shower before entry is mandatory Shower gel and conditioner is provided and fir those with long hair it is recommended to leave the conditioner in your hair as the silica in the pool will make your hair very stiff.

Lockers are included and the large ones with accommodate hand luggage. For those with large cases storage is available at the entrance from the car park/ bus stop.

You can enter the lagoon from within the building or if feeling brave go outside and enter down the slope.

Once in it’s lovely and warm with parts of the pool warmer than others so you can choose your spot.

In the comfort package (lowest price) it includes one silica face mask (you could probably go back several times but not really necessary or good for you)!and one drink - anything from the swim up bar - a good selection of drinks beer, wine smoothies etc. Plastic glasses for obvious reasons. Additional drinks available fir purchase in your wristband that you settle on departure. They also sell plastic camera bags if you need one. Most people were just careful not to drop their phones.

It is a genuinely uniques experience with the steam rising and surrounded by lava rock edges to the lagoon it felt like a different world. Very peaceful and relaxing.

A couple of hours in the nagging was enough for us before getting too wrinkly!!

A quick shower and the back in the bus which departs at 15 past the hour. We felt relaxed and refreshed.

Recommend this activity fir something entirely different.
Written February 18, 2020
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cookington
Plymouth, UK238 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2020
We visited the Blue Lagoon on our final night in Iceland. We hadn't intended to visit as we'd already been to the Secret Lagoon and had been told by a number of people that the Blue Lagoon was overpriced and overpopulated. However, we had a bit of a bad afternoon on our final day and my husband wanted to cheer me up! So booked the evening session (we went at 8pm but I believe the evening sessions start at 7pm) and I'm so glad we did. Apart from the obvious different in price when you visit in the evening, the place was practically deserted! There were no queues to get in and we spent a couple of hours in the pool and the only place we encountered a few other people were at the mask bar and at the drinks bar. Otherwise it felt like we had it to ourselves. It also means you get to see the lagoon both during the last hours of daylight, and in the dark - which made for a really memorable experience.

A totally different experience to the Secret Lagoon, which I also loved but for very different reasons. If you can only visit during the day then I'd recommend the Secret Lagoon over the Blue Lagoon, however, if you can visit during the evening (or you're lucky enough to visit both) then I would highly recommend the evening session at the Blue Lagoon.
Written April 8, 2020
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Sabreena
7 contributions
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2020 • Family
If anyone is thinking of visiting the Blue Lagoon please think twice before parting with your hard earned money. The place is highly overrated and highly overpriced. The novelty wears off in 20 mins. They have designed the complex so that people have no choice but to leave quickly after a quick dip. There is no place for families with young children to take a rest in between swimming. They have a relaxation area that has only 14 loungers which is hardly enough space when there are hundreds of people visiting. They do have a huge Restaurant but it would have cost over £140 for the cheapest 4 main course dishes. They have a very small cafe in the wet area with 4-5 tables and a panini cost £16 and was awful. We paid over £60 for 3 paninis, a salad and a coffee. This was the most expensive snack we’ve had in the whole of Iceland over the 5 days we were there. I know Iceland is expensive but the food wasn’t even nice! They have a much bigger seating area cafe but it’s after you’ve dressed and paid. Or you can eat there but must have a bath robe which costs 1400 ISK to rent!! Ladies with thick long hair be careful! It totally ruined my hair. Can’t put a comb through it even after applying their recommendation to put conditioner in your hair before entering the water. In conclusion it’s better and cheaper if not free in some places to go to the general thermal baths near Reykjavik and the surrounding areas. I complained to the manger about the facilities and all I got was a nod and email address to write too. A complete waste of money and a days holiday!
Written February 19, 2020
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Lynne
Macclesfield, UK15 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2020
We booked the trip before we travelled and found it was cheaper to book direct with Blue Lagoon rather than the tour companies. You can only pre-book, not just turn up on the day so it never gets too busy. It is very organised, you are given an electronic wristband which gets you a locker, entry, free drinks and anything you want to buy additionally is done through the wristband. As you leave, you scan the band and pay anything extra you have had. The pool itself is astounding. It is huge, shallow enough to walk in, deep enough to swim in, nearly as hot as bathwater and salty. You are given a free facemask to apply and there are water fountains to drink from and staff around to help you. They provide free shampoo and conditioner (use plenty of conditioner or your hair ends up like straw) and towels. We would probably still be in there now if a snowstorm hadn`t made us get out!
Written February 20, 2020
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