Ásvallalaug is the newest and most kid-friendly pool in Hafnarfjörður, Iceland. It's a massive indoor complex with a 50-meter lap pool, hot tubs inside and out, a shallow children's pool, water slide, steam bath, and even a gym. Oh, and it's the biggest thermal pool in Iceland at around 6,000 square meters!

Swimming pools are an integral part of Icelandic culture and has been ever since people started gathering in natural hot springs in the past. The swimming pools in Iceland is really the easiest way to immerse yourself in the local culture. It's where people meet an talk about everything from the weather to politics.

QUICK NOTES:

• What it is: A great indoor pool, especially for kids.

• Best season: Any! It's mostly an indoor pool so perfect during winter.

• Opening hours: Please check the website.

• Nice to know: Usually you can rent swim wear and a towel at the swimming pool. In most pools in Iceland, admission is FREE for kids and senior visitors (67+).