"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."
Iceland · Blue Lagoon vs Sky Lagoon
Blue Lagoon vs Sky Lagoon — Which One to Choose?
Two world-class geothermal spas, two very different visits. Sky Lagoon sits on the edge of Reykjavík with an ocean infinity edge and a seven-step ritual, from about $116. Blue Lagoon is the iconic milky-blue silica water in a lava field near the airport, from about $145. Here's the honest head-to-head — and which one is right for your trip.
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
What the Blue Lagoon Does Best
The silica mud mask, the milky-blue water and the lava-field setting that made it Iceland's signature spa — what you're choosing if you pick Blue Lagoon.
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 Whichever You Choose
Both run on pre-booked, timed entry — 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.
Photo Gallery
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
If you land on Blue Lagoon, here are the admission options — Comfort, Premium and transfer bundles, all with free cancellation.
Comfort · From $145Blue 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 · From $168Blue 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 · Head-to-Head
Blue Lagoon vs Sky Lagoon
Location, price, the experience, and a clear 'choose this if…' verdict.
Both the Blue Lagoon and the Sky Lagoon are genuinely world-class, and you won’t have a bad time at either — so the honest answer to “which is better” is it depends on your trip. The choice really comes down to three things: where you’re staying, how much you want to spend, and which kind of experience you’re after. Quick version: Blue Lagoon is the iconic, bucket-list one and the easy choice on an airport day; Sky Lagoon is closer to the city, a bit cheaper, and built around an ocean view and a sauna ritual.
At a glance
| Blue Lagoon | Sky Lagoon | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Lava field near Grindavík, ~20 min from Keflavík Airport | Edge of Reykjavík (Kópavogur), ~10–15 min from the city centre |
| From price | Comfort from $145 | Saman from $116 |
| The water | Opaque, milky silica-blue, in black lava | Clear-blue with an ocean infinity edge over the Atlantic |
| Signature | The silica mud mask | The 7-step Skjól ritual (sauna, cold plunge, steam…) |
| Tiers | Comfort · Premium · Retreat | Saman (public changing) · Sér (private) |
| Best for | The icon · airport-day stop · first trip | City stays · ocean views · spending less |
| Opened | 1976 (the original) | 2021 (newer, sleeker) |
Location & getting there
This is often the deciding factor. Sky Lagoon is on the edge of Reykjavík — about 10–15 minutes from the city centre, easy without a car. Blue Lagoon is out on the Reykjanes Peninsula, roughly 20 minutes from Keflavík Airport and 45 minutes from Reykjavík — which makes it the natural stop on the way to or from your flight, but a longer trip if you’re staying in town. The two lagoons are about 45–50 minutes apart, so doing both in one trip is very doable. See exactly where each sits relative to the airport and the city on our Sky Lagoon vs Blue Lagoon map.
The experience
They look and feel different. Blue Lagoon is the postcard: opaque, milky silica-blue water steaming over black lava, with the famous silica mud mask you smear on while you soak — bigger, more iconic, and busier. Sky Lagoon trades the lava field for the sea: a clear-water infinity edge facing the Atlantic, and its signature seven-step Skjól sauna ritual (warm lagoon → cold plunge → sauna → steam and more) — newer, sleeker, and built around that ocean view.
Price
Sky Lagoon is the cheaper entry: its Saman pass starts around $116, against Blue Lagoon’s Comfort at about $145. Step up and the gap narrows — Sky’s private-changing Sér vs Blue’s Premium (from ~$168). Both run demand-based, timed entry, so off-peak slots are lower on either side. For the full Blue Lagoon breakdown, see what the Blue Lagoon costs.
Which should you choose?
Choose Blue Lagoon if…
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It's your first Iceland trip, you want the iconic silica water + mud mask, or you're visiting on your airport day.
Choose Sky Lagoon if…
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You're staying in Reykjavík, want the ocean view + sauna ritual, or want to spend a little less.
One more honest note: access to the Blue Lagoon can occasionally be affected by volcanic activity near Grindavík, while Sky Lagoon, right by the city, isn’t — so if you want certainty around a fixed date, that’s a point for Sky. And if your schedule allows, the genuinely best answer is often both: they’re close, they’re different, and together they make a great geothermal day. When you’re ready for the Blue Lagoon, check live availability and prices or read the full 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 vs Sky Lagoon — FAQ
Which to choose, the price gap, and whether to do both.
Neither is simply 'better' — they suit different trips. Blue Lagoon is the iconic, bucket-list spa with the silica mud mask and milky-blue water, and it's the easy choice on an airport day. Sky Lagoon is closer to Reykjavík, a bit cheaper, and built around an ocean infinity edge and a seven-step sauna ritual. Pick by your base, budget and the experience you want.
Sky Lagoon is the cheaper entry — its Saman pass starts around $116, against Blue Lagoon's Comfort at about $145. The gap narrows at the higher tiers (Sky's Sér vs Blue's Premium). Both use demand-based pricing, so quieter slots cost less on either side.
About 45–50 minutes apart by car. Sky Lagoon is on the edge of Reykjavík; Blue Lagoon is out on the Reykjanes Peninsula near Keflavík Airport. They're close enough that visiting both in one trip is very doable.
The Blue Lagoon is the most famous and the one most people mean by 'the Icelandic lagoon,' but Sky Lagoon's oceanfront setting and ritual win plenty of fans, and there are quieter local pools too. For a first visit the Blue Lagoon is the signature choice; for value and an ocean view, Sky Lagoon.
If it's your first trip and you want the iconic experience — the silica mud mask, the milky-blue water — choose Blue Lagoon, especially if you can fit it around your airport transfer. If you're based in Reykjavík without a car, or want to spend less and prefer an ocean view, choose Sky Lagoon.
Yes, and many people do — they're only about 45–50 minutes apart and are different enough to be worth it. Space them out (they're both relaxing rather than rushed), and book timed slots for each in advance.
Setting and signature. Blue Lagoon is opaque, silica-rich water in a black lava field, with the silica mud mask; Sky Lagoon is clearer water with an Atlantic infinity edge and a seven-step Skjól ritual. Blue Lagoon is the original and is near the airport; Sky Lagoon is newer and on the edge of Reykjavík.
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