Visiting timetableClosed (General Access Rule)
Wednesday, April 29, 2026
Kerid Crater, Grimsnes area, South Iceland

Kerid Crater: opening times, seasons and best visiting hours

Plan your stop with confidence by checking seasonal daylight patterns, weather-related considerations, and practical timing advice.

We are currently closed

Today: Closed

Regular Opening Hours
DayHoursStatus
Monday08:00 AM - 09:00 PM
Open
Tuesday08:00 AM - 09:00 PM
Open
Wednesday08:00 AM - 09:00 PM
Open
Thursday08:00 AM - 09:00 PM
Open
Friday08:00 AM - 09:00 PM
Open
Saturday08:00 AM - 09:00 PM
Open
Sunday08:00 AM - 09:00 PM
Open
Seasonal Timetable

Summer (long daylight, full access)

05/01 – 09/30

08:00 AM - 09:00 PM

Open

Winter (reduced daylight hours)

10/01 – 04/30

09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Open
Monthly Timetable

Midnight Sun Period

08:00 AM - 09:00 PM

Open

Winter Short Days

09:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Open
Specific Date Ranges

General Access Rule

01/01/2026 – 12/31/2026

Access generally unrestricted; ticket booth hours apply

Open
Special Events & Holidays

Severe Weather / Ice Conditions

weather

Access may be limited for safety

Open

Extreme Daylight Variation

daylight

Practical visiting limited by daylight in winter

Open
Important Information

In practice, your latest comfortable entry time depends on daylight and weather, particularly in winter when useful visiting light fades early.

Early morning and late afternoon often provide softer light, fewer people, and stronger contrast in the crater colors for photography.

Advance booking is recommended during peak months and weekends, especially if your route includes multiple attractions in one day.

Regional tourist cards and transport passes generally do not include Kerid entry unless explicitly stated, so always check inclusions in advance.