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Stafnesviti

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Stafnesviti

Stafnesviti Lighthouse

Stafnesviti is an orange lighthouse located on the coast of the Reykjanes Peninsula. Built in 1925, it serves as a navigational marker along the cliffs. Travelers visit this site to walk along the coastline and observe the interaction between the ocean waves and the volcanic rock formations characteristic of the region.

Getting There

The lighthouse is located near Keflavík. From the town center, it is accessible by car. The drive typically takes about 10 to 15 minutes depending on traffic and specific starting point.

Duration of Visit

Most visitors spend between 45 minutes and 1.5 hours at the site. This allows enough time to walk from the parking area to the lighthouse and explore the immediate shoreline.

When to Visit

The site is open to the elements year-round. Visiting during daylight hours is necessary for safety and visibility. Because it is a remote coastal area, weather conditions can change rapidly; wind and rain are common. It generally does not experience the heavy crowds found at more central tourist hubs in Iceland.

Nearby Attractions

The location can be combined with other sites on the Reykjanes Peninsula. Nearby points of interest include:

  • Kirkjuvogskirkja (5.2km)
  • Sandgerði lighthouse (7.9km)
  • Ásbrú (8.5km)
  • St. John Paul II Church (8.8km)

Updated September 8, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors

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Itineraries including this place

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Good to visit alongside

Kirkjuvogskirkja

Temples & religious sites

Kirkjuvogskirkja

This small wooden church stands in the coastal village of Hafnir near Keflavík, its tar-black exterior catching the eye. It's the only black-painted church on the Reykjanes Peninsula, and a good stop on the way to the Bridge Between Continents.

5.2 km away
Sandgerði lighthouse

Views & landmarks

Sandgerði lighthouse

This yellow lighthouse stands at Sandgerði harbor near Keflavík, offering views of the Reykjanes Peninsula's coastline alongside a modest fishing village scene. It's also a great spot for photos, with fishing boats and open sea as the backdrop.

7.9 km away
Ásbrú

Shopping & districts

Ásbrú

Ásbrú is a redeveloped area built on the former U.S. military base at Keflavík, now home to Iceland's largest university campus and a leading startup incubator. It's a striking example of a military base transformed into a hub for education and entrepreneurship.

8.5 km away
St. John Paul II Church

Temples & religious sites

St. John Paul II Church

St. John Paul II Church is a Catholic church in Keflavík. It's a peaceful stop for a quiet look around while traveling through the Suðurnes region in southwest Iceland.

8.8 km away
The Icelandic Museum of Rock 'n' Roll

Museums & galleries

The Icelandic Museum of Rock 'n' Roll

The Icelandic Museum of Rock 'n' Roll is housed inside the Hljómahöll concert hall in Reykjanesbær. It traces the history of Icelandic popular music while letting visitors soak up the atmosphere of a live concert venue.

10.1 km away
Viking World museum

Museums & galleries

Viking World museum

Viking World Museum is located in Njarðvík, near Keflavík, Iceland. It's a great place to browse the exhibits at a relaxed pace in a quiet small town.

10.9 km away