Where and when to see the northern lights in Iceland

The darker the nights, the brighter the lights! Read on to learn more about optimum conditions for aurora hunting.

If conditions are right, you could see the aurora absolutely anywhere in Iceland.

Depending on where you’re staying, we’ve put together a list of some of the best places in Iceland to see the northern lights. It's important to know that there's not one magical 'best' place in Iceland where you're always guaranteed to see the northern lights. Instead, there are fantastic places with dark skies for optimal viewing conditions, and with unique backdrops for capturing awesome aurora pics.