The Atlas Obscura Guide To Vik

2 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Vik, Iceland

Updated July 31, 2025

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Unusual Attractions in Vik

The Reynisdrangar from the cliffs above.

Vik, Iceland

Reynisdrangar

Three columns of volcanic rock shoot out of the ocean.

Vik, Iceland

Vík í Myrdal Church

A tiny village church in dramatic surroundings.

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The Yoda Cave

This cave resembles the Star Wars Jedi master.

7 miles from Vik

US Navy DC-3 Wreckage

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U.S. Navy DC-3 Wreckage

This wrecked airplane has been sitting on a black sand beach since the 1970s.

11 miles from Vik

Skógar, Iceland

Skógar Museum

A museum celebrating Icelandic history and technology.

16 miles from Vik

Drangurinn Rock

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Drangurinn Rock

Icelandic folklore says this giant boulder was ripped from the mountains and placed at its current location, where it became home to elves.

18 miles from Vik

Laufskalavarda.

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Laufskálavarða

Cairns built to bring travelers good luck stretch across the land like miniature stone mountains.

20 miles from Vik

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