Welcome to Vík

Vík is best known for its black sand beaches, dramatic landscapes and beautiful scenery. It is also known for its friendly villagers and for offering a glimpse into life in a remote Icelandic village.

No, there is no hop-on, hop-off bus in Vík. The village itself is small enough to walk around, although you can catch buses to nearby cities, including Reykjavík. The bus route to the capital is not direct, though (it goes via Selfoss) and can take over three and a half hours.

If you're visiting Vík with kids, the black sand beaches and help them create a memory of a lifetime, or – with the right equipment – take them up the Mýrdalsjökull glacier.

A trip down to the beach does not cost anything, and walking in and around the village is another free activity. You can visit the Víkurkirkja – the village’s only church – for free, and if you’re lucky, you may even receive a guided tour.

For most attractions in Vík, you do not need to pre-book anything. However, if you’re planning on joining a glacial tour or a walking tour, you should pre-book in advance.

The summer is the best time of year for milder weather and outdoor activities, while the winter months offer a great chance to see the Northern Lights. Be aware, though, in the summer, you will have around 19 hours of daylight every day, while in the winter, you will only have around four to seven hours of daylight per day.

Exploring Iceland’s south coast and other nearby locations is entirely possible from Vík. This includes visiting the Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon or the iconic Reynisfjara black sand beach.