Efstidalur II
Efstidalur II is a family-run dairy farm and farm-to-table restaurant in the Golden Circle area. Stop for homemade gelato, skyr and other dairy products, or enjoy a meal featuring beef from the farm and ingredients sourced from the surrounding area. Large windows in the café look directly into the cow stable, making Efstidalur an especially enjoyable stop for families.
Restaurant
11:30–21:00 summer · 11:30–20:00 winter
Admission
No entrance fee
Parking
Free on-site
Time needed
30–90 min
Why visit?
- Taste homemade ice cream and Icelandic dairy products
- Watch the cows through the large barn windows
- Experience a working Icelandic family farm
What to Experience at Efstidalur
Homemade Ice Cream · 15–30 min
Try farm-made ice cream while watching the cows in the barn
Farm-to-Table Restaurant · 45–90 min
Enjoy dishes prepared with ingredients produced on the farm
The Farm & Cows · 10–20 min
Get a close-up view of the dairy cows through the barn windows
Icelandic Horse Riding · 30–90+ min
Explore the surrounding countryside on horseback during summer
Farm Hotel · Overnight
Stay on the farm in the heart of the Golden Circle
Brúarfoss · Nearby
Combine your visit with one of the area’s most distinctive waterfalls
Accommodation
Efstidalur offers rooms and cottages surrounded by the countryside of the Golden Circle. The farm’s central location makes it a convenient base for exploring Þingvellir, Geysir, Gullfoss, Brúarfoss, and other attractions in the area.
Facilities
Restrooms
Available on site.
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant and accessible parking.
Food & Drink
Farm-to-table restaurant and ice cream bar.
Local Products
Farm-made skyr, cheese, and other dairy products are available in the coffeehouse.
Tips & insights
- Gelato flavors change regularly – see what’s available on the day
- Kids particularly enjoy watching the cows through the glass barn windows
- Reservations are normally not required for groups of 10 or fewer
- Horse riding is available during summer and should be booked in advance
- Combine your visit with nearby Brúarfoss, only a short distance away
