One of the most famous attraction in Iceland is the Blue Lagoon. It makes for a refreshing retreat and instagram moment to be captured. When I went to Iceland earlier this year, I made it one of my must visit. Here are tips based on my experience and what I've read about the beautiful Blue Lagoon.

Getting Here

Blue Lagoon is located about 20 minutes from the Keflavik International Airport and about an hour from Reykjavik city, so most of the tours would recommend visiting it after you arrive or going out of Iceland. We went right after reaching Iceland at the airport via Gray Line bus. All timings need to be confirmed at the time of booking, usually 1 hour before your admission slot at the pool. At the first entrance, there is a luggage storage facility to store big luggages if you have. They will be charged based on number of luggage and size and paid on your way out. However, I did see a few big luggage locker inside the main area so I wasn't sure if that is another option. You can just bring a bag with necessities to enjoy your swim at the pool to be stored in the lockers.

The bus ride from Keflavik Airport to Blue Lagoon

Along the way also you can see blue waters

Admission

From the luggage storage area, you'll need to walk further more to reach the main building. On the way you can see the natural thermal pools and the lava rocks that is commonly seen throughout Iceland. Admission is based on time slot so make sure you're entering during the time you booked. You will each be given an electronic bracelet that allows you to lock your lockers and track your purchases to be paid later. We had the basic admission so towels and slippers are not included. We brought our own to save some extra bucks there. You can store your personal items in small lockers provided and shoe racks outside the lockers. You're required to take a thorough shower first before entering the pool and after your session. At the time we were there, it was drizzling a bit outside so we had to store our towels inside the main building while we went to the pool. There's not enough towel racks inside so you'll have to search for a spot to store them.

Entrance Area

Main pool

Pools

The main thermal pool area is massive. When we went there, it was in the middle of winter so you can imagine how quickly we ran into the water as soon as we walked out of the main building. Once we're in the water, the temperature is warm enough that you don't feel the cold winter air too much anymore. The floor and walls are painted blue to make it look more prominent but the surface is still made to feel natural albeit a bit less rocky. You can visit the Silica Mud Mask bar to get a feel of the natural mask provided that has natural benefits for your skin. There was also a bar to purchase yourself some drinks as well as massage area which I believe you'll have to make a booking first. There is also an indoor pool area that also leads to a cave like structure outside where you can listen to the narrative about the thermal baths.

Keeping my whole body warm from the freezing cold

Silica Mud Mask you can try

I don't have a lot of nice pics to share as we were pretty much in the waters all the time and my waterproof camera was just not good enough for night time shots. Overall, the Blue Lagoon presents an attraction where you can bask in the beauty of Iceland and still get a refreshing relaxation from the hectic travelling. Definitely a recommended stop. Alternatively, there are a number of thermal baths around Iceland you can check out that is a fraction of the cost here. However, it might not represent the same atmosphere. Enjoy!

Blue Lagoon Website