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Iceland has many highlights, and it’s nearly impossible to choose one place over another. Each destination has its charm, and unique discoveries can be made in all of them. We've picked twelve incredible places, some of which are on the beaten path and some of which are not, but all of which might surprise you. Here are our favorite places to visit in Iceland. 1. Mosfellsbær Best for a quiet escape near Reykjavík Reykjavík’s friendly rural neighbor is Mosfellsbær. Its biggest attractions are the small mountains that surround the town, including Úlfarsfell, Mosfell, Helgafell and Reykjafell – all great for short hikes. Lake Hafravatn is a gem that locals flock to for swimming and kayaking fun. Time your visit to coincide with the popular vegetable market that carries the produce of local farmers, open every Saturday in late summer in the valley. The valley is also host to Gljúfrasteinn, a museum dedicated to Nobel Prize laureate Halldór Laxness, and Laxnes farm, which offers horseba