Guidebook for Reykjavík
Food Scene
Reykjavik has lot of great restaurants, most of them within walking distance from the apartment.
Ban Thai Restaurant
130 LaugavegurReal Thai food
Definitely one of my favorite restaurants in Reykjavik, beautifully designed. Perfect food and nice atmosphere.
I recommend the West coast mussels!
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Forettabarinn
14 NýlendugataDefinitely one of my favorite restaurants in Reykjavik, beautifully designed. Perfect food and nice atmosphere.
I recommend the West coast mussels!
Noodle Station
Good Thai noodle soup, just a few steps from the apartment
Caruso
22 Austurstræti Good food
Brauð & Co.
16 FrakkastígurNice fresh bread, 500 meters from the apartment just about 7 min walk.
Hlemmur Mathöll
107 LaugavegurVarious small restaurants in one place
Dill Restaurant
Michelin star restaurant
Sjávargrillið
14 SkólavörðustígurGood seafood restaurant
Great restaurant for fine dining, close the Hallgrimskirkja church. The restaurant has various menus of excellent food
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Kol Restaurant
40 SkólavörðustígurGreat restaurant for fine dining, close the Hallgrimskirkja church. The restaurant has various menus of excellent food
Cozy place with cathedral views serving traditional fare including fish, meat soup & rye bread.
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Café Loki
28 LokastígurCozy place with cathedral views serving traditional fare including fish, meat soup & rye bread.
Down-to-earth restaurant offering unique seafood & meat dishes including shark, reindeer & whale.
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Íslenski barinn
1a IngólfsstrætiDown-to-earth restaurant offering unique seafood & meat dishes including shark, reindeer & whale.
Essentials
Cheapest supermarket around, only 300 meters away from the apartment.
Open in daytime
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Bónus
Cheapest supermarket around, only 300 meters away from the apartment.
Open in daytime
10-11
11 AusturstrætiSupermarket open 24 hours.
50 meters from the apartment
Arts & Culture
Concert hall, you can find all kind of concerts in Harpa. The building is open during the day and you can step inside and look at the unique architecture
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Harpa Concert Hall and Conference Centre
2 AusturbakkiConcert hall, you can find all kind of concerts in Harpa. The building is open during the day and you can step inside and look at the unique architecture
National Museum of Iceland
41 SuðurgataIcelandic National museum
The National Gallery of Iceland is an art museum in Reykjavík which contains a collection of Icelandic art. The gallery features artwork of famous Icelandic artists and artwork that helps explain the traditional Icelandic culture.
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National Gallery of Iceland (Listasafn Islands)
The National Gallery of Iceland is an art museum in Reykjavík which contains a collection of Icelandic art. The gallery features artwork of famous Icelandic artists and artwork that helps explain the traditional Icelandic culture.
Everything Else
Hallgrímskirkja
The big church, must see when you are in Reykjavik
A dome on the top of the Öskjuhlíð hill, you can access the balcony on forth floor for free and have a view over the city.
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Perlan
A dome on the top of the Öskjuhlíð hill, you can access the balcony on forth floor for free and have a view over the city.
Tjörnin
The pond in the city centre
Sólfarið
Famous sculpture with a nice view over the bay. Perfect spot for sunset.
The best hot dog in town often shortened to simply "Baejarins beztu", is a popular hot dog stand in central Reykjavik
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Bæjarins Beztu Pylsur
1 TryggvagataThe best hot dog in town often shortened to simply "Baejarins beztu", is a popular hot dog stand in central Reykjavik
This small square in downtown Reykjavik has been a public gathering place since 1930. During warm, sunny weather Austurvollur square becomes lively as the outdoor cafes fill up with thirsty visitors. Each December, a Christmas tree arrives, a gift from the city of Oslo.
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Austurvöllur
101 PósthússtrætiThis small square in downtown Reykjavik has been a public gathering place since 1930. During warm, sunny weather Austurvollur square becomes lively as the outdoor cafes fill up with thirsty visitors. Each December, a Christmas tree arrives, a gift from the city of Oslo.
Ingolfstorg, also known as Ingolfur square, is a small urban space in the city center of Reykjavik,
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Ingólfstorg
4 AusturstrætiIngolfstorg, also known as Ingolfur square, is a small urban space in the city center of Reykjavik,
Shopping
Kringlan
Entertainment & Activities
Sundhöllin
45a BarónsstígurSwimming pool
Immerse yourself in warmth at our oceanside geothermal lagoon, as the dramatic North Atlantic Ocean stretches out before you.
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Sky Lagoon
44-48 VesturvörImmerse yourself in warmth at our oceanside geothermal lagoon, as the dramatic North Atlantic Ocean stretches out before you.
Soar across Iceland's most spectacular scenery and natural wonders with the latest in simulated fight ride technology.
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FlyOver Ísland
43 FiskislóðSoar across Iceland's most spectacular scenery and natural wonders with the latest in simulated fight ride technology.
Visit the Whales of Iceland museum with life-sized models, multiple interactive exhibits, and an audio guide in 12+ languages!
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Hvalir Íslands
Visit the Whales of Iceland museum with life-sized models, multiple interactive exhibits, and an audio guide in 12+ languages!
Reykjavík Botanic Garden is a botanical garden located in the district of Laugardalur in Reykjavík that was established on August 18, 1961, on the 175th anniversary of the city.
There you can find a small zoo and family park
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Grasagardur Botanical Garden
105 HverfisgataReykjavík Botanic Garden is a botanical garden located in the district of Laugardalur in Reykjavík that was established on August 18, 1961, on the 175th anniversary of the city.
There you can find a small zoo and family park
Drinks & Nightlife
Micro Bar
86 LaugavegurGood selection of Icelandic beer
Kex Hostel Reykjavik
28 SkúlagataOften life music, Jazz every Tuesday night.
Whiskey bar with Over 170 whiskeys, live music , karaoke and also legendary DJ Andrea on weekends!
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Dillon Whiskey Bar
30 LaugavegurWhiskey bar with Over 170 whiskeys, live music , karaoke and also legendary DJ Andrea on weekends!