"I originally booked to go as early in the morning as I could, however due to the snow impacting my plans I changed to a later booking and went at the end of the day. The staff were so helpful with arranging this for me. And I’m so glad I did it this way! I saw the blue lagoon in the daylight with the beautiful creamy blue water, then witnessed sunset and enjoyed time surrounded by the dark, starry night sky as well. As it got later the steam got better and better which was great. I really enjoyed the whole experience! I just wish it had been more obvious that the cocktail slushy I ordered (thinking it was my free drink) was in fact an ‘upgrade’ with an additional cost."
Grindavík · Iceland · When to Go
Blue Lagoon Opening Hours — and the Best Time to Go
The Blue Lagoon's hours shift with the season, and it runs on pre-booked, timed entry — so the question that really matters isn't just when it's open, but which slot to book. Early morning and late evening are the quietest and often the cheapest; midday is the busy, pricey crush. Here's how the hours work and when to go.
From
$145
per person
Free cancellation
- 4.6 / 5 5804+ Reviews
- Lava-Field Lagoon ~20 min from Keflavík
- Official Pass Sold by Blue Lagoon Iceland
- Free Cancellation
The Experience
How Timed Entry Works
The Blue Lagoon admits a capped number of visitors per arrival window — which is why slots sell out and why the time you pick changes both the price and the crowd.
Highlights
- Soak in the iconic blue water, one of the Wonders of the World.
- Relax in the Blue Lagoon’s mineral-rich warmth
- Explore the mask bar and swim-up bar, or book in-water treatments
- Enjoy the included benefits: a soft drink, towel, and silica mud mask
What's Included
- Entry ticket
- Silica mud mask
- One soft drink
- Towel
Booking the Right Time Slot
From picking a quiet window to easing into the water — here's the flow.
Choose Your Blue Lagoon Ticket
Pick the admission that suits you. Comfort includes lagoon access, the silica mud mask, a towel and a drink. Premium adds an extra mask, a robe and slippers, a sparkling-wine drink and a restaurant reservation. Both reach the same geothermal water.
Reserve a Timed Entry Slot
The Blue Lagoon uses pre-booked timed entry and regularly sells out, so choose your date and arrival window in advance. Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your visit gives you flexibility if plans change.
Book the Official Ticket Online
Reserve through GetYourGuide — the admission is sold by Blue Lagoon Iceland, the official operator. You get instant confirmation by email and a mobile voucher to scan at the door.
Travel & Ease Into the Water
The lagoon is about a 20-minute drive from Keflavík Airport and roughly 45 minutes from Reykjavík; transfer tickets are available if you'd rather not drive. Check in with your voucher, then soak, mask and relax at the in-water bar. Note: access can be affected by volcanic activity near Grindavík — check the operator's current status before you travel.
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Blue Lagoon — Through the Lens
The infinity edge, steam over the water, and the lava-rock turf houses.
Book Your Experience
Check Availability & Prices
Select your preferred date and time. Instant confirmation — free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure.
Compare Your Blue Lagoon Ticket
The official Comfort admission next to a Premium upgrade and an admission-with-transfer option — so you can match the ticket to your trip.
| Feature | OFFICIAL · BEST VALUE Blue Lagoon Comfort Admission | Blue Lagoon Premium Admission | Blue Lagoon Admission + Transfer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | From $145/per person | From $168 | From $226 |
| Geothermal Water | Blue Lagoon — milky-blue silica seawater | Blue Lagoon — milky-blue silica seawater | Blue Lagoon — milky-blue silica seawater |
| Sold By | Blue Lagoon Iceland (official operator) | Blue Lagoon Iceland (official operator) | ICELANDIA (licensed reseller) |
| Silica Mud Mask | Yes — one mask included | Yes — two masks included | Yes — admission included |
| Drink | One drink at the in-water bar | Sparkling wine + a drink | Spa-package drink |
| Robe & Slippers | Not included | Included | Depends on package |
| Round-Trip Transfer | Not included — near Grindavík | Not included | Included — shuttle from Reykjavík |
| Best For | The official Blue Lagoon visit at the best price | A robe, an extra mask & sparkling wine | No car — door-to-door from Reykjavík |
| Rating | 4.6 (5,804 reviews) | 4.7 (459 reviews) | 4.6 (4,993 reviews) |
| Free Cancellation | Yes — up to 24h before | Yes — up to 24h before | Yes — up to 24h before |
| Book the Comfort Ticket | View Premium Ticket | View Transfer Ticket |
Blue Lagoon Tickets — Compare
All admissions use the same timed entry; quieter early and late slots are often the lowest-priced. Compare the tiers below.
Comfort · Timed EntryBlue Lagoon: Admission Package with Drink, Towel, and Mask
Enter a timeless world of warmth and wellbeing in Reykjavik. Experience the rejuvenating powers of the Blue Lagoon’s legendary water and explore the breathtaking beauty of the moss-covered landscape.
Premium · + RobeBlue Lagoon: Premium Admission with a Drink and Face Masks
Enjoy a day of relaxation and wellness at the Blue Lagoon with a premium admission ticket with face masks, bathrobe, towel and access to a newly renovated sauna and steam cave.
With Hotel TransferFrom Reykjavik: Blue Lagoon Admission with Transfers
Enjoy a shared transfer from Reykjavík to the Blue Lagoon, one of the wonders of the world. Included is a return bus transfer to and from the Blue Lagoon and a spa package of your choice.
Premium + TransferFrom Reykjavík: Blue Lagoon Premium Admission with Transfer
Enjoy a premium experience at the Blue Lagoon with a bathrobe, towel, and slippers. Sip on a drink of your choice at the swim-up bar and choose from a selection of face masks at the in-water mask bar.
Golden Circle ComboReykjavik: Golden Circle, Kerid Crater, & Blue Lagoon Tour
Enjoy the stunning Golden Circle and the Blue Lagoon in one amazing day. Explore Thingvellir National Park, Geysir, and Gullfoss. Relax in the Blue Lagoon with included admission tickets.
Field Notes · Timing
Opening Hours & the Best Time to Visit
The seasonal hours, the quietest slots, how long to stay, and why you book ahead.
The Blue Lagoon’s opening hours change with the season, and — this is the part that matters — it runs entirely on pre-booked, timed entry. So the real question isn’t only “when is it open,” it’s “which slot should I book.” Below are the hours in broad strokes and, more usefully, the times actually worth booking.
Blue Lagoon opening hours, by season
Hours vary through the year, so always confirm your exact date in the booking calendar — but broadly: the lagoon opens around 8am and closes between roughly 9pm and 10pm, with longer hours in summer and shorter ones in winter. Last admission is well before closing, since you need time in the water after you enter. There is no 24-hour access — and no reliable walk-up, because entry is capped and timed.
The best time to visit
Because the price and the crowd both move with the slot, the time you choose is the single biggest lever on your visit:
- Early morning (first slots, ~8–9am) — the quietest water of the day and frequently the lowest price. You get the lagoon close to empty before the tour buses arrive.
- Late evening — also quiet and often cheaper, with the bonus of long, golden summer light (near-midnight sun in June–July) or, in winter, a chance of northern lights overhead while you soak.
- Midday to mid-afternoon — the busiest and most expensive window, when day-trippers and airport stop-overs converge. Avoid it if you can.
- Straight from the airport — the lagoon is ~20 minutes from Keflavík, so an early slot on arrival or a late one before departure is both convenient and usually well-priced.
How long should you stay?
Plan for about 1.5 to 2.5 hours. You book a timed arrival window, not a fixed exit time, so once you’re in you can soak, do the mask bar and stop at the in-water bar at your own pace — there’s no countdown pushing you out.
Why you book ahead
Timed entry plus capped capacity means popular slots — summer, midday, weekends — sell out, sometimes days in advance. There’s no dependable walk-up. Pick your date and window early, both to get in at all and to land the quieter, cheaper times before they go.
Ready to lock in a slot? Check live availability and prices for your date, see exactly what it costs by tier, or read the full Blue Lagoon admission guide.
Guest Reviews
What Visitors Say
5/5
from 5804 verified visitors
"Perfect! one of the best things we did. We got there at 1PM and it was the best decision. When we left around 4PM the lagoon was full and less chill than when we arrived."
"It was a great experience. The place looks recently renovated and we loved it."
"Being in blue lagoon was a life time experience. Totally recommended ❤️"
"Blue Lagoon is a must when visiting Iceland. The staff were really nice and everything was very clean. We stoped by right after our arrival and watched the sunrise from the lagoon. The whole experience was very relaxing!"
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See All ReviewsReady to Book the Official Blue Lagoon Ticket?
Reserve your Blue Lagoon admission — sold by Blue Lagoon Iceland, the official operator. Entry is timed and pre-booked, and the lagoon sells out, so lock in your slot now. Instant confirmation and free cancellation up to 24 hours before your visit. Starting from $145 per person.
Check Availability & BookBlue Lagoon Hours & Timing — FAQ
When it's open, the best slots, and how long to stay.
Hours change with the season — broadly the lagoon opens around 8am and closes between 9pm and 10pm, with longer hours in summer and shorter in winter. Last admission is well before closing. Always confirm your exact date in the booking calendar, since entry is pre-booked and timed.
No. The Blue Lagoon is not open around the clock, and there is no reliable walk-up — admission is capped and runs on pre-booked, timed entry windows.
Early morning (the first slots around 8–9am) and late evening are the quietest and often the lowest-priced. Midday to mid-afternoon is the busiest and most expensive. If you're travelling to or from Keflavík Airport, an early or late slot fits neatly into the journey.
You book a specific arrival window and should arrive within it — you can't reliably enter well before your slot. Booking an early-morning window is the way to be among the first in the water.
The first morning slots and the late-evening slots are the quietest. Avoid the midday-to-mid-afternoon peak, when day-trip buses and airport stop-overs arrive together.
Most visitors stay about 1.5 to 2.5 hours. You book a timed arrival window rather than a fixed exit time, so you can take the water, the mask bar and the in-water bar at your own pace.
Yes. Capped, timed entry means popular slots — summer, midday, weekends — sell out, sometimes days ahead, and there's no dependable walk-up. Book your date and window early to get in and to land the quieter, cheaper times.
In winter, a late-evening slot gives you a chance of catching the aurora overhead while you soak, when skies are clear and activity is up. It's never guaranteed, but the warm water under a dark winter sky is a memorable place to try.
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