IS THE BLUE LAGOON IN ICELAND WORTH VISITING?
The Blue Lagoon in Iceland is a must visit while in Iceland because it’s truly amazing! It’s also the biggest hot springs I’ve ever taken a dip into and honestly the story of how it came to be is very interesting too. The lagoon’s unique abilities were first discovered in the early 1980s when local residents began to bathe in the warm blue reservoir that had formed in the lava field beside the Svartsengi Resource Park—a geothermal power plant. Engineers at the facility had expected the water to seep through the lava and return to the earth’s volcanic aquifers. However, owing to the fluid's high concentration of silica, proper drainage did not occur and a beautiful body of water took shape. Read more about the Lagoon’s history and healing here.
HOW MUCH ARE TICKETS & WHAT’S INCLUDED IN BLUE LAGOON IN ICELAND
It’s highly encouraged to purchase your tickets ahead of time as there is typically a limit on individuals in the lagoon at one time. There are a couple different ticket options for the Blue Lagoon:
COMFORT - $64: Entrance to the Blue Lagoon, silica mud mask, use of towel, & 1st drink of your choice (this drink can be alcoholic).
PREMIUM - $83: Entrance to the Blue Lagoon, silica mud mask, two additional masks of your choice, use of towel, 1st drink of your choice (this drink can be alcoholic), use of bathrobe, & 1 glass of sparkling wine if dining at Lava restaurant.
THE PROCESS OF GETTING INTO THE BLUE LAGOON & WHAT IT’S LIKE
We grabbed our shoes, robes, and wristband with our info. on it, then headed to the changing room to put on our suits. Be ready to get real comfortable with your body when you come to Iceland and want to check out the hot springs because you’re most likely going to be stripping in front of everyone. After this experience though, I got over being nervous about being naked in front of others at the other lagoons LOL. I also thought, wow I’ve totally grown up in a country that kind of makes us hate our bodies… but that’s for another time! Naked bodies are just bodies and the Blue Lagoon is worth getting naked in public for. There were a couple little areas where you could change in private but not many — like maybe 3 for a huge lagoon.
After changing, I met Andrew on the other side of the changing rooms. We hung up our robes on hooks inside then headed through the doors to the lagoon! We were there in November so it was COLD outside and I just love that feeling of being in water that’s warm and the air outside being chilly. I recommend wearing a beanie while in the water because my ears were freezing. While in the lagoon there is a swim up bar — we loved the cider they had, and then the mask station. Because we stayed on property we had access to try all the masks but typically you have to purchase that extra.
DINING OPTIONS ON SITE
There are 4 different dining options available at the Blue Lagoon ranging from luxury dining to a cafe. We really wanted to go to the Lava Restaurant but it was closed during our stay. However, we grabbed dinner at the Silica Hotel restaurant and it was an amazing tasting menu.
LAVA RESTAURANT - Gourmet dining on the shores of a wonder of the world. Built into an 800-year-old lava cliff on the west bank of the Blue Lagoon, Lava Restaurant is a place where dynamic cuisine and enchanting design create unforgettable culinary experiences. See the menu here.
MOSS RESTAURANT - Exquisite reinventions of Icelandic cuisine. Recommended by the 2020 Michelin Guide, Moss occupies the highest point at Blue Lagoon Iceland, offering stunning views of the volcanic horizon. See the menu here.
SPA RESTAURANT - Before, during, or after your spa journey, enjoy the restaurant’s enchanting ambience and savory nourishment. Dine in your robe or fully clothed. No reservations are needed. See the menu here.
CAFÉ - Offering a delicious range of snacks and refreshments, the café features stunning views of the Blue Lagoon.
Check out my Instagram reel to swim along with us!
My biggest tip for the Blue Lagoon is to stay at the Silica Hotel which is part of the Blue Lagoon but next door and has a private lagoon for hotel guests. That lagoon is a lot hotter and significantly less crowded. Also, because you’re staying on property, you can change in the comfort of your own room if that’s a big concern of yours. I didn’t mind but I did like being in my own space to change A LOT more. Read more about the Silica Hotel in my full blog post here.
Overall, I will say you should visit the Blue Lagoon whether you’re staying on property or just purchasing a day pass.
XOXO