Fodor's Essential Iceland

Whether you want to soak in a hot spring, experience Reykjavik nightlife, or hike glaciers, the local Fodor's travel experts in Iceland are here to help! Fodor's Essential Iceland 1st edition is part of the award-winning Fodor's Essential series recognized by Booklist as the "Best Travel Guide in 2019." This guidebook is packed with maps, carefully curated recommendations, and everything else you need to simplify your trip-planning process and make the most of your time.

This BRAND-NEW Iceland guide has been designed with an easy-to-read layout, fresh information, and beautiful color photos.

GET INSPIRED

● AN ILLUSTRATED ULTIMATE EXPERIENCES GUIDE to the top things to see and do

● PHOTO-FILLED "BEST OF" FEATURES on the best waterfalls, craft beer, and museums

● COLOR PHOTOS throughout to spark your wanderlust!

● UP-TO-DATE and HONEST RECOMMENDATIONS for the best sights, restaurants, hotels, and more

● ILLUSTRATED FEATURES on Iceland's musicians past and present, as well as Icelandic mythology

GET PLANNING

● MULTIPLE ITINERARIES to effectively organize your days and maximize your time

● SPECIAL FEATURES on how to save money in this expensive country, and guides to the country's fascinating wildlife and geology.

● BEST ROAD TRIPS in Iceland has an entire chapter dedicated to it

● COVERS: Reykjavik, the Highlands, the Blue Lagoon, the East and West Fjords, the Golden Circle, Snæfellsnes Peninsula, Snæfellsjökull National Park, and more

GET GOING

● MORE THAN 20 DETAILED MAPS AND A FREE PULLOUT MAP to navigate confidently

● TRIP-PLANNING TOOLS AND PRACTICAL TIPS on when to go, getting around, beating the crowds, and saving time and money

● HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL INSIGHTS providing rich context on the art, architecture, cuisine, music, geography, mythology, and more

● LOCAL WRITERS to help you find the under-the-radar gems

● ICELANDIC LANGUAGE PRIMER with useful words and essential phrases

Planning on visiting other Nordic destinations? Check out Fodor's Essential Norway and Fodor's Essential Scandinavia.

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IMPORTANT NOTE: The digital edition of this guide does not contain all the images and the pull out map included in the physical edition.