Iceland, known as the “land of fire and ice,” is truly something spectacular, and these Iceland quotes attempt to put Iceland’s beauty into words.
Having spent months exploring Iceland’s incredible landscapes, I’ll be one of the first to admit that pictures and words rarely do it justice, but we can always try!
In this post, I’ve rounded up some famous Iceland quotes and the best Iceland captions, and read to the end to even find some quippy Iceland puns!
Famous Quotes About Iceland
To start us off, here are some of the best quotes from famous people about Iceland’s natural beauty.
1. “When I’m in a place like Iceland, I allow myself to take a little more time to divert off onto other paths creatively for a while and see what comes to me.” – Damien Rice
2. “If I wasn’t bound to Brooklyn, due to my own personal reasons like taking care of my mother and the fact that this is where the band is based, I would probably move to Iceland.” – Peter Steele
3. “Being a writer in Iceland, you get rewarded all the time: People really do read our books, and they have opinions; they love them, or they hate them. At the average Christmas party, people push politics and the Kardashians aside and discuss literature.” – Hallgrimur Helgason
4. “The Aurora Borealis is a fickle phenomenon. A week can pass without a flicker. Then bang! The Northern Lights come on like a celestial lava lamp.” – Nigel Tisdall
5. “The problem with driving around Iceland is that you’re basically confronted by a new soul-enriching, breath-taking, life-affirming natural sight every five minutes. It’s totally exhausting.” – Stephen Markley
6. “In Iceland, you can see the contours of the mountains wherever you go, and the swell of the hills, and always beyond that the horizon. And there’s this strange thing: you’re never sort of hidden; you always feel exposed in that landscape. But it makes it very beautiful as well.” – Hannah Kent
7. “Iceland today has all the trappings of an industrialized nation, with a sophisticated, consumer-orientation society, comprehensive welfare system, and one of the highest standards of living in the world.” – Jane Simmonds
8. “Having grown up in Iceland and Los Angeles, gone to school in Europe and America, and lived and worked in London and New York, my insatiable appetite for travel has informed many of my life decisions.” – Aslaug Magnusdottir
9. “I am drawn to cold, desolate places rather than Hawaii. I actually love Hawaii, too, but I tend to go to Iceland or Norway or Northern Japan – northern places for whatever reason. Which aren’t necessarily the best places to tour.” – Phil Elverum
10. “I love hiking in Iceland most; there are lots of brilliant paths.” – Bjork
11. “I have wandered over Europe, have rambled to Iceland, climbed the Alps, been for some years lodged among the marshes of Essex – yet nothing that I have seen has quenched in me the longing after the fresh air, and love of the wild scenery, of Dartmoor.” – Sabine Baring-Gould
12. “You probably won’t be coming to Iceland to swim, but in fact, this is a major social activity year-round with Icelanders, and it’s a great way to meet people or just see them unwinding – it seems mandatory for businessmen to have a dip on their way to work.” – Jonathan Wilcox
13. “Iceland is home to and has been shaped by the primary forces that have molded the entire Earth: volcanic eruptions, earthquakes, and erosion.” – Roger K. Sandness
14. “I went snorkeling between Tectonic Plates in Iceland’s Silfra fissure in the winter. You have to wear thermal layers and a wet suit and what’s called a teddy bear suit so that you don’t die of hypothermia. My lips went blue. That was an experience that I will carry with me for the rest of my life – so beautiful and quiet.” – Jessica Henwick
15. “Sudden changes in the weather occur frequently in Iceland, and a variety of weather fronts can quickly follow one after another.” – Gabriele Handl
16. “There is no more sagacious animal than the Icelandic horse. He is stopped by neither snow nor storm, nor impassable roads, nor rocks, glaciers, or anything. He is courageous, sober, and surefooted.” – Jules Verne
17. “So much Western storytelling comes from Scandinavia. I’ve read that in the past, storytellers would travel to Iceland and exchange stories. It’s kind of the birthplace of great storytelling.” – Richard Dormer
18. “Consistently rated the most peaceable of all countries in the world by the Global Peace Index, Iceland has reduced its military expenditure to zero, has no armed forces, and has reduced the inequality gap between rich and poor.” – Scilla Elworthy
19. “The communities and countries best at using energy to optimize a microclimate for human life are also the ones whose people have the longest average lifespans. Canada, Sweden, and Iceland – places with inhospitable winter weather – are frontrunners in sustaining human health and life.” – Chris Hadfield
20. “Throughout the history of Iceland, men have been lost at sea; every family in Iceland is connected to that kind of story.” – Baltasar Kormakur
21. “Thanks to the Jolabokaflod, books still matter in Iceland; they get read and talked about. Excitement fills the air. Every reading is crowded; every print run is sold.” – Hallgrimur Helgason
22. “With more than six species regularly seen, Iceland is fast becoming acknowledged as a world-class whale and dolphin watching destination.” – Cathy Harlow
23. “In the bare room under the old library on the hill in the town at the tip of the small peninsula on the cold island so far from everything else, I lived among strangers and birds.” – Rebecca Solnit
24. “In Iceland, where the mountain stood with pride, they set off with their guide to reach the mountainside.” – Brian J Culbertson
25. “There’s this feeling of creativity in Iceland.” – Hilary Hahn
26. “There is a glacier in Iceland, Solheimar, which has retreated a great deal, and every time I go back there and see what’s not there anymore, it does something to the heart. It makes you realize it’s possible for a gigantic natural element to just disappear.” – James Balog
27. “Iceland, I’m in love with that country, the people are incredible.” – Kit Harington
28. “The Icelanders are the most intelligent race on earth because they discovered America and never told anyone.” – Oscar Wilde
29. “Olafur Eliasson is also one of the most visionary artists I’ve ever met. He is from Denmark and Iceland, and his focus is nothing less than the entire universe.” – Victor Pinchuk
30. “People are always asking me about Eskimos, but there are no Eskimos in Iceland.” – Bjork
31. “Maybe it’s just a personal thing, but I get so much grounding from Iceland because I know it’s always going to be there. I have a very happy, healthy relationship with the country, so it’s really easy to go everywhere because I always have Iceland to go back to. It’s sort of a contradiction, but that’s how it works somehow.” – Bjork
32. “Everything is expensive in Iceland, especially food, and especially healthy food.” – Hafthor Bjornsson
33. “A bad rower blames his oars.” – Icelandic Proverb
34. “There’s no one on the island telling them they’re not good enough, so they just go ahead and sing and paint and write.” – Eric Weiner
35. “In Iceland, you can see the contours of the mountains wherever you go, and the swell of the hills, and always beyond that the horizon. And there’s this strange thing: you’re never sort of hidden; you always feel exposed in that landscape. But it makes it very beautiful as well.” – Hannah Kent
36. “It’s a pity we don’t whistle at one another like birds. Words are misleading. I am always trying to forget words. That is why I contemplate the lilies of the field, but in particular, the glacier. If one looks at the glacier for long enough, words cease to have any meaning on God’s earth.” – Halldór Laxness
37. “Contemporary poetry is a kind of Reykjavik, a place where accessibility and intelligence have been fighting a Cold War by proxy for the last half-century.” – Nick Hornby
38. “People in Iceland are complete chickens in the cold. You think, ‘Oh, you must not be cold because you’re from Iceland,’ but we’re never in the cold.” – Tomas Lemarquis
39. “I have fantasies of going to Iceland, never to return.” – Edward Gorey
Iceland Captions for Instagram
In this section, you can find the best Iceland Instagram captions to go with your beautiful images of the best Iceland Instagram spots!
40. Exploring Iceland means discovering a world where geysers, glaciers, and wonders never cease.
41. Iceland might be chilly, but the hospitality is always warm.
42. Icelandic skies: where magic meets the stars.
43. The skies in Iceland merge magic with the stars, offering a celestial spectacle like no other.
44. Midnight sun chaser.
45. I find myself lost in the vastness of Iceland’s lava fields, where nature’s raw power is fully displayed.
46. The fjords of Iceland offer peace and solitude that soothe the soul, surrounded by dramatic landscapes.
47. Iceland is a bucket list dream come true.
48. Iceland’s rugged beauty sweeps me away, revealing the heart of nature’s untamed wilderness.
49. Soaking in the Blue Lagoon, I’m enveloped by the warm, healing vibes of Iceland.
50. Every view in Iceland could be a postcard, capturing the essence of its untouched beauty.
51. Iceland rolls the dice between volcanoes and ice, offering a landscape of contrasts and surprises.
52. Finding peace in Icelandic fjords.
53. Chasing the midnight sun in Iceland, where daylight stretches into the night, is a surreal experience.
54. Embracing the serenity of Iceland’s icy fjords, where silence speaks volumes.
55. Iceland’s midnight sun paints the sky with endless light, a true natural marvel.
56. Standing atop an Icelandic glacier, I’m humbled by the ancient ice beneath my feet.
57. Geysers, glaciers, and everything nice.
58. Lost in the lava fields.
59. The warmth of an Icelandic hot spring contrasts the chill in the air, a perfect harmony.
60. Icelandic horses are the real mane attraction.
61. Iceland’s volcanic landscapes remind me of the Earth’s fiery heart, alive and pulsing.
62. Swept away by Iceland’s rugged beauty.
63. Navigating the rugged terrain of Iceland, every step reveals new wonders.
64. Soaking up the geothermal vibes.
65. Volcanoes and ice are Iceland’s natural dice.
66. The tranquility of Iceland’s vast landscapes offers a peaceful escape from the world.
67. In Iceland, the horizon stretches endlessly, merging sea, sky, and land in a dreamlike vista.
68. Exploring the lava fields of Iceland feels like walking on the surface of another planet.
69. Iceland: where every view is a postcard.
70. The stark beauty of Iceland’s black sand beaches tells tales of volcanic fury and oceanic grace.
71. Icelandic adventures are colder than my ex’s heart.
72. Icelandic folklore comes to life in the misty landscapes, where elves and trolls seem just a whisper away.
73. The land where glaciers meet the sand.
74. The simplicity of an Icelandic sunset, where the sun dips low but never quite leaves the sky.
75. Icelandic nights under a canvas of stars reveal the universe’s vast beauty.
76. Dancing with elves in the Icelandic wilds.
77. The crisp air of an Icelandic morning refreshes the soul and awakens the senses.
78. Iceland’s rugged cliffs, carved by wind and waves, stand as monuments to nature’s power.
79. The gentle nuzzle of an Icelandic horse offers a warm welcome to this chilly paradise.
80. Breathing in the purest Icelandic air.
81. Leaving footprints in Iceland’s snow, I carry a piece of its magic with me forever.
Quotes About Iceland Waterfalls
Of course, you can’t visit Iceland without seeing at least a handful of its over 10,000 impressive waterfalls, such as Kvernufoss, Bruarfoss, and Seljalandsfoss!
Here are some of the best Iceland quotes to capture the essence of Iceland’s waterfalls!
82. “The most amazing thing about Iceland is not the beautiful unspoiled wilderness or the majestic waterfalls. It is the fact the prime minister is listed in the phone book.” – Unknown
83. “A strong person and a waterfall always carve their own path.” – Unknown
84. “The waterfall winks at every passerby.” – Marty Rubin
85. “When water falls, it flies.” – Anthony T. Hincks
86. Falling for Icelandic waterfalls.
87. Let this waterfall wash over me.
88. “You don’t always get the waterfall shortcut in Mario Kart. That’s life.” – Jack Barakat
89. As I chase waterfalls in Iceland, I’m reminded of the fierce beauty of fire and ice colliding.
90. “Waterfalls wouldn’t sound so melodious if there were no rocks in their way.” – Rishabh Gautam
91. “There’s no better place to find yourself than sitting by a waterfall and listening to its music.” – Roland R Kemler
92. Iceland’s waterfalls cascade with a roar, echoing the island’s untamed spirit.
93. Life is like a waterfall – always moving.
94. “A waterfall cannot be silent, just as the wisdom! When they speak, the voice of power speaks!” – Mehmet Murat ildan
95. Chasing waterfalls in the land of fire and ice.
96. “Do not feel sad for your tears as rocks never regret the waterfalls.” – Munia Khan
97. The power of a waterfall is nothing but a lot of drips working together.
98. Like a waterfall, life doesn’t flow backward.
99. “A very wise quote is a spectacular waterfall! When you see it, you feel its power!” – Mehmet Murat ildan
100. I’m falling deeper in love with Icelandic waterfalls, each one more breathtaking than the last.
101. “Waterfalls teach us that swift does not mean strong.” – Matshona Dhliwayo
102. Find me where the waterfalls are.
103. Falling in love with Iceland, one waterfall at a time.
104. Iceland is a land of wanderlust and waterfalls.
Quotes About Iceland’s Northern Lights
Seeing the Northern Lights in Iceland near Vik is something that I will never forget. It was incredible!
In this section, I’m sharing some quotes and captions about the Northern Lights in Iceland.
105. “The icy cold will cut us like a knife in the dark. And we may lose everything in the wind. But the Northern Lights are burning. And they’re giving off sparks.” – Jim Steinman
106. “Northern lights remind us that there is something infinitely more magical than what we see on Earth.” – Stephen King
107. Under the Northern Lights, I feel spellbound by the ethereal beauty of Iceland’s night sky.
108. “The purple aurora borealis flashed silently across the starry black heavens like happy memories through an aged brain.” – John Muir
109. The aurora borealis in Iceland dances in the night, a luminous ballet of colors.
110. “My life was more beautiful after I saw The Aurora Borealis.” – Jack London
111. “The Northern lights painted the sky with stories we hadn’t heard of yet. We leaned back, letting the colors wash over us and paint new dreams for us to follow.” – Robyn Petrik
112. Under the Northern Lights spell.
113. “Frost is but slender weeks away, Tonight the sunset glow will stay, Swing to the north and burn up higher and Northern Lights wall earth with fire.” – Robert P. T. Coffin
114. “The Aurora Borealis is a natural phenomenon of breathtaking beauty that has captivated people for centuries… a spectacular sight to behold.” – Inspiration and Exploration
115. The dance of the Aurora Borealis is a cosmic celebration of light and color.
116. “I was searching for the northern lights in the ice-cold spheres of your empty eyes.” – Claire Estevez
117. “I wish to perceive the northern lights, doesn’t mean I’m not euphoric about the sunsets I see every day.” – Neelanjana Samota
118. “I would like to go to Iceland to see the northern lights.” – Art Malik
119. “If I never get to see the northern lights. Or if I never get to see the Eiffel Tower at night. Oh, If all I got is your hand in my hand, baby, I could die a happy man.” – Thomas Rhett
120. Glacier hikes and northern lights.
121. “If the solar winds have stirred far off in the velvety night, then showers of light gold and violet rose and green paint the sky.” – Kathleen Valentine
123. In a world full of sunsets, be the northern lights.
124. “In fiction, they have been used as a gateway to a parallel universe. In real life, the northern lights are just as spectacular, offering an unforgettable display of colorful lights…” – James Walsh & Peter Kimpton
125. Hiking glaciers under the northern lights, I’m captivated by the unique beauty of Iceland’s frozen landscapes.
126. “It is good to feel small beneath the sparkling northern lights, small beside the mighty river. Nature is so close to us up here. My troubles and difficulties just shrivel up. I like being insignificant.” – Asa Larsson
127. “Like going on safari, whale watching, or fly-fishing, seeing the aurora is a beguiling marriage of sheer luck and the effort you make to be in the best place at the optimum time. Call up your favorite concierge if you want, chuck the credit card at your A-list travel agent — honestly, up there in Cosmos Central, they just don’t give a shooting star.” – Nigel Tisdall
Iceland Quotes About Reykjavik
Reykjavik is the capital city of Iceland and is a must-visit for anyone exploring this stunning country.
From the Sun Voyager and Harpa concert hall to Hallgrímskirkja and Perlan, there is plenty to see and do in this welcoming city.
128. “In Reykjavik, Iceland, where I was born, you are in the middle of nature surrounded by mountains and ocean. But you are still in a capital in Europe. So I have never understood why I have to choose between nature or urban.” – Bjork
129. “I usually leave Reykjavik for two to three weeks to go to the South Coast of Iceland, where I have a small fisherman’s hut from the beginning of the last century. That’s where I sit down and do the actual writing. I might write for 16 hours a day or something. That’s how it happens.” – Sjon
130. In the heart of Reykjavik, Iceland’s culture vibrates with music, art, and history.
131. “Most visitors to Iceland tend to spend just a few hours in Reykjavik before moving on to the geological wonders beyond. I think they are missing out.” – Fiona Bruce
132. “After filming the first season of ‘Poldark,’ I went with the cast on a trip to Iceland. We started off in Reykjavik and then went into the mountains and swam in naturally heated pools.” – Eleanor Tomlinson
133. “Contemporary poetry is a kind of Reykjavik, a place where accessibility and intelligence have been fighting a Cold War by proxy for the last half-century.” – Nick Hornby
134. “When I was little, my ambition was to grow up to be a book. Not a writer. People can be killed like ants. Writers are not hard to kill, either. But not books: however systematically you try to destroy them, there is always a chance that a copy will survive and continue to enjoy a shelf-life in some corner on an out-of-the-way library somewhere in Reykjavik, Valladolid or Vancouver.” – Amos Oz
135. From Reykjavik with love.
136. “It’s Hlynur Bjorn Hafsteinsson, Bergporugotu, 8b, Reykjavik, Iceland. – Is there no postal code? – Oh yes, it’s a hundred and one Reykjavik. I’m the one.” – Hallgromur Helgason
137. “I was 13 when I had my first bout of insomnia. My family was in Reykjavik, Iceland, for the summer, and day never really became night.” – Siri Hustvedt
Quippy Iceland Puns
Alright, now we have to share some Iceland puns and Iceland jokes!
These can add a bit of humor and fun to your posts about Iceland!
138. Iceland is so cool, it’s ice-solating.
139. Don’t let the cold in Iceland glacier heart.
140. I’m lava-ing Iceland’s volcanic beauty!
141. Iceland’s beauty is so intense, it’s snow joke.
142. Ice-olated but never alone.
143. Hot springs in Iceland? Water-way to relax!
144. Feeling frosty? Iceland’s beauty will melt your heart.
145. Iceland’s landscapes are lava-ly.
146. In Iceland, the nightlife is so cool, it’s freezing!
147. Keep calm and aurora on in Iceland.
148. Iceland’s beauty is glacierous.
149. Iceland rocks! Literally, with all the volcanic activity.
150. Iceland: where fire and ice meet and greet.
151. Iceland is the only place where being icy is a warm compliment.
152. In Iceland, wearing layers is the new hot trend.
152. A trip to Iceland can be quite Reykja-vik-ing.
153. Iceland’s beauty is so breathtaking, it’ll give you frostbite.
154. Don’t worry, in Iceland, it’s cool to be cold.
155. Iceland: where you can chill and experience the heat at the same time.
156. Feeling adventurous? Iceland’s the place to freeze the day.
157. Iceland’s waterfalls: where the water is as cool as the people.
158. Visiting geysers in Iceland is always a blast.
159. Icelandic cuisine is cool, but the lava bread is smokin’!
160. Puffin spotting in Iceland? It’s beak-oming my favorite hobby!
161. Iceland’s Northern Lights: The original ‘sky-fi’ experience.
162. If you think you like Iceland now, you’ll love it a fjord lot more once you visit.
163. Iceland: Where the mountains peak your interest, and the hot springs soothe your soul.
In Closing: Inspiring Iceland Quotes & Captions
And that’s a wrap! Which of these Iceland travel quotes do you plan to use?
If you’re planning a trip to Iceland, check out my other Iceland travel guide below and please join my South Iceland Travel Facebook group!
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