Author(s): Alexis Averbuck; Egill Bjarnason; Eygló Svala Arnarsdóttir; Meena Thiruvengadam

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Lonely Planet's local travel experts revealallyou need to know to plan the ultimate short trip to Reykjavík & Southwest Iceland - and discover twice the place in half the time!

Discover Reykjavík & Southwest Iceland's most popular experiences, must-see attractions, and unexpected surprises with our handy-sized Pockettravel guide. From spotting pods of orcas off the coast of Snæfellsnes Peninsula, to soaking in the iconic blue geothermal water of the Blue Lagoon, and partying under the midnight sun in Old Reykjavík.

Build a trip to rememberwith Lonely Planet's PocketReykjavík & Southwest Iceland travel guide:

• Our Pocketguidebook formatprovides you with the best insider knowledge and local know-how for planning trips between 1 - 7 days 
• Find what you're looking for fast with this guide's all-new structure and designand navigate Reykjavík & Southwest Iceland with ease 
• Get fresh takes on must-visit sightsincluding Laugardalur, Reykjanes Peninsula, and The Original Geysir
• Exciting Three Perfect Days itinerarieshelp you to create your ideal trip with suggestions of unmissable attractions and activities to match your passions 
• Find the local vibe on foot! Walking tours in every chapter introduce each areas personality and get you to those 'don't miss' sights 
• Discover 'A Few Surprises' in a new feature that showcases Reykjavík & Southwest Iceland's best kept secrets and rising trends 
• Navigate public transport confidently with clear instructions and tips in our 'Getting Around' section
• Make quick travel decisions using 'Trip Planning' pagesthat include top pick lists and tips about what to book in advance 
• Eat, drink, and shop like a localwith extensive listings of the top restaurants, bars, markets, and street vendors
• Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving; transport; making the most of your time and money; LGBTIQ+ travel advice; useful words and phrases; accessibility; and responsible travel
• Inspiring full-colour travel photography and mapsincluding a pull out map of Reykjavík
• Covers: Old Reykjavik; Old Harbour; Laugavegur & Skólavörðustígur; Golden Circle; South Coast; Snæfellsnes Peninsula; Borgarnes & Around

Get straight to the heartof this extraordinary destination and hit the ground running with Lonely Planet's Pocket Reykjavík & Southwest Iceland.