Iceland Ring Road With a Toddler
Planning Iceland's Ring Road with young kids? This guide gives you everything we wish we'd had: a 12-day itinerary and map of our exact route, so you spend less time stressing and planning and more time actually enjoying the trip.
Inside, you'll find 50+ spots we visited (toddler-friendly hikes, waterfalls, lagoons, and activities), the campgrounds we stayed at, our favorite restaurants, plus 15+ practical, detailed tips from things we learned along the way, so your trip can be more manageable, efficient, and enjoyable.
Whether you're road-tripping by campervan like we did or basing out of accommodations along the way, this guide helps you experience Iceland's incredible landscapes with limited stress of doing such an adventurous trip with little ones.
Start with the Itinerary and Tips tabs for the most upfront value. The Spots tab is your complete library of every location in the guide (with lots of details about each location).
Happy Travels!
Fuel on the Ring Road
Never let your fuel drop below half a tank!
Adjust Expectations
If you've only ever seen Iceland through the eyes of Instagram, you might get disappointed...
Potty Training on the Ring Road
Is your toddler potty training or recently potty trained? Here's what you need to know.
Blue Lagoon With a Toddler
Everything you need to know about taking little ones to this famous lagoon.
Toddler Sleep with the Midnight Sun
Here are some ways to protect your little one's sleep when it never truly gets dark.
Groceries for the Ring Road
Food in Iceland is expensive - here was our strategy to save $$.
Plan for Longer Drive Times
Plan for longer drive times than you originally anticipate.
Toddler Safety Precautions
Iceland's landscapes are breathtaking, but they demand extra caution with young children.
Rain Gear is Mandatory
Never go anywhere without it!
Apps to Download for Parking
Download these 2 apps before your trip!
What to Pack for Kids
Every child has different needs but here are some essentials for a summer trip to Iceland!
Camping in Iceland
Everything you need to know about camping in Iceland!
Other Random Tips
More things to know!
Emergency Info
Apps, phone numbers, and things to know in case of an emergency.
Renting a Car Seat in Iceland
Should you rent or bring your own? Here's some things to consider.
Picking a Campervan
Things to consider before reserving your family's campervan!