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Six Icelandic Instagram Accounts to Follow

As we branch into Iceland, we’re excited to showcase life in the country; the landscape, architecture, food and people. Lucky for us (and you!) there are lots of great photographers where you can get a peek into the beauty of Reykjavik and the whole of Iceland. As Instagram continues to grow, the ability to see the world through your phone becomes easier and easier. Take a look!

Here are the insta-photographers you need to know about:

List Marker: Number 1Auður @iheartreykjavik

In addition to a fun, informative photo account, IHeartReykjavik is also a blog that focuses on travel to Iceland – you can even take a tour with the creator, Auður! A great starting place for learning about Iceland.

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i heart reykjavik | @iheartreykjavik | Scandi Six | Icelandic Instagram Account to Follow | Scandinavia Standardi heart reykjavik | @iheartreykjavik | Scandi Six | Icelandic Instagram Account to Follow | Scandinavia Standard

 
 
 

List Marker: Number 2Lögreglan á höfuðborgarsvæðinu (Reykjavik Police Department) @logreglan

It may seem strange, but the Reykjavik police department have become quietly famous for their adorable, lovely Instagram feed. Obviously everything here is low-key – no perp walks or high-speed chases – and for the most part, very cute (like an officer-with-a-golden-retriever-puppy cute).

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List Marker: Number 3Iceland Travel @icelandtravel

A gorgeous look at the seasonal Icelandic landscape, from mountains to waterfalls to lagoons to vast fields.

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List Marker: Number 4The Blue Lagoon @bluelagoonis

The official account of the Blue Lagoon thermal spa, this is a great account to get you excited about an upcoming trip or just to learn more about the lagoons. It’s almost a spa-experience just to go through their feed.

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List Marker: Number 5Hans-Olav @solavander

Stunning photography that focuses in equal part on Iceland’s natural surroundings and architecture in Reykjavik. The city-based Hans-Olav is a Norwegian architect and his excellent eye for buildings in their natural context is obvious.

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List Marker: Number 6Raxel @raxelraxel

Where to get food in Reykjavik? And what about when you’re feeling like the perfect cocktail, or a fresh salad? Let this account show the way with all the best places to eat and drink around town.

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Do you have a favorite Icelandic Instagram account we should know about? Tell us in the comments!

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Rebecca Thandi Norman

Rebecca Thandi Norman is a co-founder and Editor-in-Chief at Scandinavia Standard.