Guidebook for Reykjavik
Sightseeing
Hallgrímskirkja
Amazing church, with amazing view from the top.
Harpan Tónlistarhús
Sculpture & Shore WalkHarpan music hall. Amazing building with excellent view.
Perlan I must visit and the best show available, indoor icecace, northen light show tripadvisors favorite.
Observation deck 360° view off Reykjavík.
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Öskjuhlíð
Perlan I must visit and the best show available, indoor icecace, northen light show tripadvisors favorite.
Observation deck 360° view off Reykjavík.
Hvalir Íslands
Unspoiled nature reigns on the island of Viðey, which has a unique place in Icelandic history. Birdlife abounds on the island, while outstanding works of modern art also make their mark. We hope that you will enjoy your stay and that you help us keep the Island the treasurous pearl that it is.
The combination of stunning views, historical ruins, and contemporary art pieces make Viðey island something special. Just a short boat ride takes you to another world, to be explored in your own time. From nesting birds and panoramic views to Yoko Ono's famous 'Imagine Peace Tower' and Richard Serra'sMilestones', you'll discover an oasis of peace, beauty, and history. Close to shore, but a world away.
With an extensive network of trails, the island can be explored both on foot and by bike. No matter which path you take, you’ll be rewarded with spectacular views of the surrounding mainland, and to the west, you'll be able to see the impressive outline of the Snæfellsnes Peninsula.
In the summertime, there are daily ferry departures both from Skarfabakki pier and Ægisgarður harbour. Note that trips to Viðey are free with the Reykjavík City Card.
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Videy
Unspoiled nature reigns on the island of Viðey, which has a unique place in Icelandic history. Birdlife abounds on the island, while outstanding works of modern art also make their mark. We hope that you will enjoy your stay and that you help us keep the Island the treasurous pearl that it is.
The combination of stunning views, historical ruins, and contemporary art pieces make Viðey island something special. Just a short boat ride takes you to another world, to be explored in your own time. From nesting birds and panoramic views to Yoko Ono's famous 'Imagine Peace Tower' and Richard Serra'sMilestones', you'll discover an oasis of peace, beauty, and history. Close to shore, but a world away.
With an extensive network of trails, the island can be explored both on foot and by bike. No matter which path you take, you’ll be rewarded with spectacular views of the surrounding mainland, and to the west, you'll be able to see the impressive outline of the Snæfellsnes Peninsula.
In the summertime, there are daily ferry departures both from Skarfabakki pier and Ægisgarður harbour. Note that trips to Viðey are free with the Reykjavík City Card.
Nauthólsvík was opened in 2001 to the delight of residents and tourists alike, and now attracts an estimate of 530.000 guests each year. The creation of the geothermal beach was an ambitious but very successful project, involving the construction of a lagoon with large sea walls, where cold sea and hot geothermal water fuse together resulting in higher temperatures.
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Nauthólsvík Geothermal Beach
Nauthólsvík was opened in 2001 to the delight of residents and tourists alike, and now attracts an estimate of 530.000 guests each year. The creation of the geothermal beach was an ambitious but very successful project, involving the construction of a lagoon with large sea walls, where cold sea and hot geothermal water fuse together resulting in higher temperatures.
Elding is the original whale tour operator in Reykjavík and offers the most talked-about sea adventure tours in Iceland. With two decades of experience, we operate sea adventures all-year round from both Reykjavík and Akureyri.
By using our experience and knowledge it makes it possible for us to offer our passengers a unique experience. We follow IceWhale’s code of conduct for responsible whale watching as well as following our own stricter guidelines. Our team works hard on implementing our environmental policy to make it as efficient as possible.
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Elding Whale Watching
Elding is the original whale tour operator in Reykjavík and offers the most talked-about sea adventure tours in Iceland. With two decades of experience, we operate sea adventures all-year round from both Reykjavík and Akureyri.
By using our experience and knowledge it makes it possible for us to offer our passengers a unique experience. We follow IceWhale’s code of conduct for responsible whale watching as well as following our own stricter guidelines. Our team works hard on implementing our environmental policy to make it as efficient as possible.
Food Scene
Noodle Station
Best noodles in Reykjavik
Austur-Indíafélagið
56 HverfisgataMy favourite restaurant, Indian food at it´s best.
Sægreifinn
Best local see foo you will find
Bæjarins Beztu Pylsur
1 TryggvagataBest hot dogs in Iceland
Hamborgarabúlla Tómasar
Geirsgötu 1 GeirsgataBest burgers in town.
BrewDog Reykjavik is a craft beer bar & restaurant, located on the corner of Frakkastigur & Hverfisgata in the heart of Reykjavik.
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BrewDog Reykjavik
8, 101 FrakkastígurBrewDog Reykjavik is a craft beer bar & restaurant, located on the corner of Frakkastigur & Hverfisgata in the heart of Reykjavik.
Everything Else
Sundhöllin
45a BarónsstígurReykjavík oldest swimming hall
Laugardalslaug
105 SundlaugavegurBest swimming pool in Reykjavik
Laugavegur
LaugavegurMain shopping street in Reykjavik
Grótta
8 SuðurströndGreat to look for northen lights.
The lighthouse is worth seeing !!
Sólfarið
Must see sculpture and sight seeing. 5 minute walk from my listing.
Drinks & Nightlife
Kex Hostel Reykjavik
28 SkúlagataGreat bar with good food and on some days live music.
Bankastræti Club
Great place to have a drink and party
The Queerest club in Reykjavík! Great music, fun atmo and the best crowd!
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Kíkí Queer Bar
The Queerest club in Reykjavík! Great music, fun atmo and the best crowd!
Prikið is one of the longest-running restaurants in Iceland, having been opened in 1951.
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Prikið
12 BankastrætiPrikið is one of the longest-running restaurants in Iceland, having been opened in 1951.
groceries
Bónus
Best store to shop for groceries
Extra
4 BarónsstígurExtra is open 24/7 it has everything you need and the price is fair.
Can really recommend them
Activities
STATE-OF-THE-ART TECHNOLOGY GIVES THE FEELING OF FLIGHT.
You will hang suspended, feet dangling, before a 20-metre spherical screen while our film whisks you away on an exhilarating journey across Iceland. Special effects, including wind, mist and scents, combine with the ride’s motion to create an unforgettable experience.
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FlyOver Ísland
43 FiskislóðSTATE-OF-THE-ART TECHNOLOGY GIVES THE FEELING OF FLIGHT.
You will hang suspended, feet dangling, before a 20-metre spherical screen while our film whisks you away on an exhilarating journey across Iceland. Special effects, including wind, mist and scents, combine with the ride’s motion to create an unforgettable experience.
AN ALL-NEW ICELANDIC EXPERIENCE MINUTES FROM DOWNTOWN REYKJAVÍK A thermal spa inspired by nature & culture. Immerse yourself in warmth at our oceanside geothermal lagoon. The dramatic North Atlantic Ocean stretches out before you. Above, glowing sunsets and stormy skies dazzle, and sometimes the dancing Northern Lights put on a stunning all-natural show. Sky Lagoon is about that Icelandic feeling of warmth and wonder. Join us for rejuvenation and inspiration at the edge of the world.
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Sky Lagoon
44-48 VesturvörAN ALL-NEW ICELANDIC EXPERIENCE MINUTES FROM DOWNTOWN REYKJAVÍK A thermal spa inspired by nature & culture. Immerse yourself in warmth at our oceanside geothermal lagoon. The dramatic North Atlantic Ocean stretches out before you. Above, glowing sunsets and stormy skies dazzle, and sometimes the dancing Northern Lights put on a stunning all-natural show. Sky Lagoon is about that Icelandic feeling of warmth and wonder. Join us for rejuvenation and inspiration at the edge of the world.
We are a horseback riding tour operator who has been offering horseback riding tours in Iceland for over 30 years. Our main goal is to offer our guests exceptional service, excellent horses and a safe ride in the Icelandic nature. The great number of returning visitors tell us that we are heading in the right direction! We also place great emphasis on sustainable tourism by offering adventurous riding tours in the unspoiled nature of our country.
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Ishestar Horse Riding Centre
26 SörlaskeiðWe are a horseback riding tour operator who has been offering horseback riding tours in Iceland for over 30 years. Our main goal is to offer our guests exceptional service, excellent horses and a safe ride in the Icelandic nature. The great number of returning visitors tell us that we are heading in the right direction! We also place great emphasis on sustainable tourism by offering adventurous riding tours in the unspoiled nature of our country.
Bullseye is a new and extremely fun option in the entertainment world here in Reykjavík. The place is unique, as we do not know of any place in the world that has so many panels and a wide range of services.
Bullseye Reykjavík
Bullseye is a new and extremely fun option in the entertainment world here in Reykjavík. The place is unique, as we do not know of any place in the world that has so many panels and a wide range of services.
Smárabíó is a world class cinema located inside of Smáralind. Smárabíó seats over 1.000 people in five screening rooms which are all equipped with perfect digital technology. The movie theater has a luxury screening room with 66 first class armchairs which recline for maximum comfort. Smárabíó MAX is the latest screening room in the movie theater. MAX offers movie quality like you have never seen before in Iceland, it is equipped with both Flagship 4K Laser projector and Dolby Atmos sound system. MAX offers extra leg room for costumers to complement the unique experience.
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Smárabíó
3 hæð HagasmáriSmárabíó is a world class cinema located inside of Smáralind. Smárabíó seats over 1.000 people in five screening rooms which are all equipped with perfect digital technology. The movie theater has a luxury screening room with 66 first class armchairs which recline for maximum comfort. Smárabíó MAX is the latest screening room in the movie theater. MAX offers movie quality like you have never seen before in Iceland, it is equipped with both Flagship 4K Laser projector and Dolby Atmos sound system. MAX offers extra leg room for costumers to complement the unique experience.
Shopping
Kringlan is the largest shopping mall in Reykjavík. Kringlan offers a wide variety of over 150 shops, 23 places to eat and a range of services.
At Kringlan you will find everything from a public library and a cinema to some of the finest fashion shops and restaurants in town. We are situated in the heart of Reykjavík, but don’t worry - there’s plenty of parking space.
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Kringlan
Kringlan is the largest shopping mall in Reykjavík. Kringlan offers a wide variety of over 150 shops, 23 places to eat and a range of services.
At Kringlan you will find everything from a public library and a cinema to some of the finest fashion shops and restaurants in town. We are situated in the heart of Reykjavík, but don’t worry - there’s plenty of parking space.