Þingvellir Visitor Center is the main hub for
information and education within
Þingvellir National Park.
The center provides visitors with an overview of the park’s history,
geology, and natural environment, as well as its importance in
Icelandic history.
Exhibitions at the visitor center cover topics such as the founding
of Alþingi, the rift between the North American and Eurasian tectonic
plates, and the conservation of the national park.
Visitors can learn about key sites in the area, including
Almannagjá,
Lögberg,
and
Silfra,
before heading out to explore the park.
The visitor center staff offer guidance on walking routes, access,
park regulations, and responsible behavior while visiting natural
and historical sites.
As such, the center plays an essential role in ensuring safe and
informative visits to
Þingvellir.
Located close to
Þingvallavatn,
the visitor center is within walking distance of many of the park’s
main landmarks.
Visitors staying overnight nearby can also make use of the
Þingvellir camping site.
A visit to the Þingvellir Visitor Center is an ideal starting point
for anyone wishing to understand the unique connection between
history, geology, and nature that defines Þingvellir National Park.