This place is a bit of a secret, it's the closest place to Reykjavik where you can see puffins on the mainland. It's also extremely windy! We parked up by the lighthouse but didn't see any puffins on the cliffs. We drove back down to the lower Eastern car park and saw about 6 puffins on the cliffs only about 20m up, and were able to get within about 5m of them. It wasn't the best time as they are out fishing all day but we were very impressed with the ones we saw (also flying) It's also definitely worth going the short extra distance to Vik, and af course the stunning waterfalls at Sellfoss and Skagafoss.

Rock formations and the general landscape are gorgeous. It was extremely windy the day we went - it could almost blow you over.Did not see any puffins up close. Could see birds nesting in cliffs

First of all, access to this place is not 24 hours. We had to wait in the morning in line with other cars until the Park Ranger opened the gate at 9:00 a.m. When driving in, you have a choice of 2 parking lots -- one at the top of the hill and one at the bottom. Do both! We went up first to the lighthouse, where we had spectacular views of the coastline, cliffs and sea stacks. There are paths that lead you around. Then drive to the bottom parking lot, where you can continue your exploring lower down. You get a good view of the cliffs, black sand beach and the sea stacks from there. Very interesting geology and sites.

There are two parking areas, and both are free. The lower lot offers views of Reynisfjara Beach, rocks, and an arch. The upper lot provides views of Dyrhólaey Arch. To protect the puffins, Dyrhólaey is not open to the public between 7pm and 9am. I'm not sure if this restriction applies year-round or only during nesting season.

Views over volcanic black sand beaches and rock formations were really breathtaking beautiful. The lighthouse was also very pretty outside (you cannot get inside). We drove to the upper car park but the road is very steep, lower parking place would have been much easier in bad weather. The place is very windy. We saw puffins but not very close. Absolutely worth visiting, amazing views!

We came here on a beautiful afternoon in June. We only went to the lower parking lot and didn't go to the lighthouse but we didn't need to go anywhere else. There were multiple spots where we were able to spot Puffins up really close. The views of Black Sand Beach are spectacular. We spend a while just watching the waves crash along the cliffs.

Absolutely a must-do! Go up the lookout for the best view of the black sand beaches, crashing waves and best of all (in the summer) - puffins! Note - it was VERY windy up on the lookout (and on the beach)....dress in layers and watch the edges (no guards along the look out cliffs in many areas). Abundant parking (free). Recommend binoculars to get great views of the puffins on the cliffs, flying around and training the pufflings in the water below. Go early in the morning for a quieter experience as this is a very popular spot.

Dyrhólaey is an interesting place and worth the short diversion off Route 1. The highlight for us was a very close encounter with Puffins. Here you can get within a few metres of nesting Puffins who seem oblivious to your presence. Charming birds they are too!

To see the nesting puffins arrive btw 6p and 10p. There were at least 20 puffins and I got great pics. Afterwards, drive up the plateau to see the long beach front and various cliffs

When we visited in August 2022 this was THE WINDIEST PLACE I have ever experienced in my life - as much as we enjoyed it, it was hardly possible to fully enjoy it as the wind made it somewhat impossible. So when we visited in August 2024, and got this place peacefully sunny and no wind I was in a disbelief - it was almost a serene experience, we spent here almost 1.5h just walking around, chilling, taking in the views and of course the flying puffins :) Parking is limited but free, this is a popular place so people end up parking on the side of the road once the spots fill up. There are no restrooms here so plan your visit along with Vik or Reynisfjara Beach so you can access it there.