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Things to see in Keflavík (Iceland): 24 places and when to go
Keflavík is a town in Iceland, and this site lists 24 places in and around it, mainly Nature (10), Mountains (7), Architecture (6). The best known are Keilir, Viking World museum and Litli-Hrútur. The best time to come is February to March and May to October; also possible: November to January and April. In June there are 20 h 17 of daylight, and in December, 3 h 42. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Iceland · 64.0166, -22.5666
- Places
- 24 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Nature (10) · Mountains (7) · Architecture (6) · Museums and art (3) · Temples (3) · History (1)
- Best time
- February to March and May to October.
- Also possible
- November to January and April.
- Nearest airport
- KEF Reykjavík, 4.0 km as the crow flies
What to see in Keflavík
The places in and around Keflavík, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- KeilirMountain in Iceland21 km
- Viking World museumMuseum in Iceland4.9 km
- Litli-HrúturMountain in Iceland21 km
- StakksfjörðurBay5.3 km
- St. John Paul II ChurchChurch in Keflavík, Iceland5.2 km
- GarðskagavitiLighthouse in Iceland built 19449.4 km
- The Icelandic Museum of Rock 'n' RollMusic museum in Reykjanesbær, Iceland3.1 km
- Stóra-SkógfellMountain in Iceland16 km
- Fagradals-HagafellHill in Iceland18 km
- FestarfjallMountain in Iceland21 km
- KirkjuvogskirkjaTemples11 km
- Sandgerði lighthouseLighthouse in Iceland7.6 km
- StafnesvitiLighthouse in Iceland10 km
- Fagradals-VatnsfellHill in Iceland18 km
- Holmbergs lighthouseLighthouse in Iceland1.6 km
- KrýsuvíkurkirkjaBurnt church in Iceland30 km
- StapafellMountain in Reykjanes, Iceland12 km
- TraðarfjöllSummit26 km
- Vatnsnes LighthouseLighthouse in Iceland2.0 km
- Duus MuseumMuseum1.1 km
- Eruptoin crater by FagradalsfjallNature20 km
- Old Garðskagaviti lighthouseLighthouse built in 18979.6 km
- Krysuvik-ThermalgebietHiking28 km
- Litla BrugghúsiðBrewery6.6 km
When to go to Keflavík
The best time to visit Keflavík is February to March and May to October; also possible: November to January and April. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible4:56
- FebBest time8:08
- MarBest time11:14
- AprPossible14:39
- MayBest time17:54
- JunBest time20:17
- JulBest time19:12
- AugBest time16:02
- SepBest time12:36
- OctBest time9:18
- NovPossible5:57
- DecPossible3:42
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 20 h 17 of daylight, and in December, 3 h 42. In May, 24 of the 24 places are at their best.
When to go to Iceland in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Keflavík
The nearest main airport is Keflavik International Airport (KEF, Reykjavík), 4.0 km as the crow flies. How to get around Iceland (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Reykjanes-aðalviti15 places23 km
- Reykjavík100 places33 km
- Strandarkirkja5 places47 km
- Kjós9 places63 km
- Borgarnes13 places70 km
- Þingvallakirkja19 places75 km
And all of Iceland, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Keflavík?
The best known: Keilir, Viking World museum, Litli-Hrútur, Stakksfjörður, St. John Paul II Church. In all, 24 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Keflavík?
February to March and May to October; also possible: November to January and April. In June there are 20 h 17 of daylight, and in December, 3 h 42.
How do you get to Keflavík?
The nearest main airport is Keflavik International Airport (KEF), 4.0 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Keflavík as the destination and these 24 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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