Guidebook for Reykjavik

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Guidebook for Reykjavik

Entertainment & Activities

A little bit of paradise is to be found in the form of a golden-sanded geothermal beach at Nauthólsvík in Reykjavík.
434 locals recommend
Nauthólsvík Geothermal Beach
434 locals recommend
A little bit of paradise is to be found in the form of a golden-sanded geothermal beach at Nauthólsvík in Reykjavík.
Biggest whale exhibition in Europe.
169 locals recommend
Whales of Iceland
169 locals recommend
Biggest whale exhibition in Europe.

Sightseeing

Whether it's frozen to perfection like a frosted mirror or dressed in the dazzling shades of summer, Tjörnin pond is enchanting in any season and one of Reykjavík's most photographed attractions.
140 locals recommend
Tjörnin
140 locals recommend
Whether it's frozen to perfection like a frosted mirror or dressed in the dazzling shades of summer, Tjörnin pond is enchanting in any season and one of Reykjavík's most photographed attractions.
Hallgrímskirkja church is Reykjavík's main landmark and from its 74m high tower there is a great view over the city. http://www.visitreykjavik.is/hallgrimskirkja-church
743 locals recommend
Hallgrimskirkja
743 locals recommend
Hallgrímskirkja church is Reykjavík's main landmark and from its 74m high tower there is a great view over the city. http://www.visitreykjavik.is/hallgrimskirkja-church
This fantastic dome–shaped, glass building was designed by Ingimundur Sveinsson and is supported by six massive hot-water tanks - each with a capacity of 4 million litres. On the top there is a panorama-balcony and a classy restaurant.
455 locals recommend
Perlan
455 locals recommend
This fantastic dome–shaped, glass building was designed by Ingimundur Sveinsson and is supported by six massive hot-water tanks - each with a capacity of 4 million litres. On the top there is a panorama-balcony and a classy restaurant.

Arts & Culture

In 1909, Einar Jónsson offered all of his works as a gift to the Icelandic people on the condition that a museum be built to house them. http://www.visitreykjavik.is/einar-jonsson-museum
140 locals recommend
Einar Jónsson Museum
51 Njarðargata
140 locals recommend
In 1909, Einar Jónsson offered all of his works as a gift to the Icelandic people on the condition that a museum be built to house them. http://www.visitreykjavik.is/einar-jonsson-museum
Devoted to modern art, both Icelandic and international. Permanent exhibiton of works by Johannes S. Kjarval, one of Iceland's most beloved painters.
276 locals recommend
Reykjavík Art Museum Kjarvalsstaðir
24 Flókagata
276 locals recommend
Devoted to modern art, both Icelandic and international. Permanent exhibiton of works by Johannes S. Kjarval, one of Iceland's most beloved painters.
In addition to a season of shows and concerts (some free), it’s worth stopping by to explore the shimmering interior with harbor vistas.
535 locals recommend
Harpa Concert Hall and Conference Centre
2 Austurbakki
535 locals recommend
In addition to a season of shows and concerts (some free), it’s worth stopping by to explore the shimmering interior with harbor vistas.
The story of Iceland’s past, from the medieval days of Viking settlements to current contemporary culture.
393 locals recommend
National Museum of Iceland
41 Suðurgata
393 locals recommend
The story of Iceland’s past, from the medieval days of Viking settlements to current contemporary culture.

Food Scene

AALTO Bistro is a new restaurant in the setting of Alvar Aalto's stunning architecture. Scandinavian cuisine.
53 locals recommend
Nordic House
11 Sæmundargata
53 locals recommend
AALTO Bistro is a new restaurant in the setting of Alvar Aalto's stunning architecture. Scandinavian cuisine.
Borðið is a new slow-food take away restaurant.
38 locals recommend
Ægisíða
Ægisíða
38 locals recommend
Borðið is a new slow-food take away restaurant.
Good coffee, alcoholic beverages are served as well as food. Open Mon-Fri 8-23 and Sat-Sun 9-23.
218 locals recommend
Kaffihús Vesturbæjar
20 Melhagi
218 locals recommend
Good coffee, alcoholic beverages are served as well as food. Open Mon-Fri 8-23 and Sat-Sun 9-23.
Vegan and vegetarian friendly restaurant, always with a few different types of salads and at least one or more vegan options. Serves breakfast, lunch and early dinner, as well as excellent coffee and cakes.
71 locals recommend
Bergsson Mathús
3 Templarasund
71 locals recommend
Vegan and vegetarian friendly restaurant, always with a few different types of salads and at least one or more vegan options. Serves breakfast, lunch and early dinner, as well as excellent coffee and cakes.
The best stone oven baked pizzas in Reykjavik. Take-away.
95 locals recommend
Eldsmiðjan
81 Laugavegur
95 locals recommend
The best stone oven baked pizzas in Reykjavik. Take-away.

Essentials

117 locals recommend
Hagkaup
1 Litlatún
117 locals recommend

Shopping

528 locals recommend
Kringlan
528 locals recommend
72 locals recommend
Geysir
16 Skólavörðustígur
72 locals recommend
32 locals recommend
66 North
11 Miðhraun
32 locals recommend

Drinks & Nightlife

Bistro & bar with nice atmosphere
136 locals recommend
Slippbarinn
2 Mýrargata
136 locals recommend
Bistro & bar with nice atmosphere
Small and cozy bar with quite a selection of craft beer on tap.
43 locals recommend
Mikkeller & Friends
12 Hverfisgata
43 locals recommend
Small and cozy bar with quite a selection of craft beer on tap.