Gullfoss

Waterfall Bláskógabyggð, Suðurland, Iceland

What to expect

Gullfoss is a breathtaking waterfall in Iceland, known for its two distinct drops and stunning scenery. It's a popular tourist destination, especially during the summer when beautiful rainbows appear in its mist

Plan your family visit to the Gullfoss with these blog insights 👇

Iceland – lagoons, geysers and waterfalls

This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the waterfall, walked around, and took pictures

Highlights: We enjoyed the beautiful view of the waterfall, and the kids enjoyed running around ✨

5-Day Itinerary in Iceland with kids

This family's experience:

Activities: We saw Gulfoss, a large, two-step waterfall that is comparable to Niagara Falls. We viewed the falls from two different platforms, and the kids loved hiking up close on the slippery rocks

Highlights: The kids loved the power and beauty of Gulfoss waterfall, and we all enjoyed the different viewpoints and the opportunity to get close to the falls ✨

Summer Itinerary in Iceland with Kids

This family's experience:

Activities: We hiked to get better views of the massive waterfall and got sprayed with mist

Highlights: The kids loved the adventure, and the adults enjoyed the natural beauty ✨

Iceland: 6 waterfalls to discover

This family's experience:

Activities: We visited Gullfoss, also known as the Golden Falls, and were impressed by its beauty. We were lucky to see a rainbow above the waterfall

Highlights: We were blown away by this beauty. The chance was with us as we had a rainbow above the waterfall ✨

Iceland – Golden Circle on your own

This family's experience:

Activities: We visited Gullfoss. The article says: "For us, Gullfoss is the most beautiful waterfall in Iceland." It is fed by the Hvíta glacier river. There is a natural viewing platform that allows you to view the waterfall up close

Highlights: We loved seeing the Gullfoss waterfall. We took pictures from the viewing platform. We had to be careful not to get too wet. We had a great time experiencing the nature ✨

Landmarks of Iceland Ring Road Trip

This family's experience:

Activities: We went to see the magnificent waterfall, which is part of the Golden Circle Tour

Highlights: The kids loved the power and beauty of the waterfall ✨

10 free adventures in Iceland equal 10 priceless experiences with Katla Travel this winter

This family's experience:

Activities: We visited Gullfoss, also known as the Golden Waterfall. We used crampons because the paths around the waterfall were icy. "The Gullfoss itself consists of two massive steps."

Highlights: We were amazed by the winter scenery. "A dense blanket of snow enveloped the landscape in radiant white, while huge icicles adorned the rocks along the waterfall." The children were excited to see the icy landscape ✨

Iceland Camping Roadtrip - With CamperDays.de on the Ring Road with waterfalls and volcanoes

This family's experience:

Activities: We visited Gullfoss! We were the only ones there at that time. A huge waterfall plunging into a canyon. A rainbow formed in the gorge

Highlights: Gullfoss was a huge highlight. The kids loved the power of the water. Seeing the rainbow was just magical ✨

Iceland with children: 4 good reasons to discover it

This family's experience:

Activities: We walked down to the waterfall and admired its beauty

Highlights: The kids were amazed by the power and beauty of the waterfall ✨

Golden Circle Iceland with kids: 8x things to do with the family!

This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the waterfall and got close to it

Highlights: Many people consider this the most impressive waterfall in Iceland to visit ✨