Guidebook for Reykjavik
Essentials
Neighbourhood grocery store, f.ex. when Bónus has closed. Krambúðin "opens early and closes late" (at 23.30).
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Krambúð
42 SkólavörðustígurNeighbourhood grocery store, f.ex. when Bónus has closed. Krambúðin "opens early and closes late" (at 23.30).
Everything Else
Hlemmur Mathöll
107 LaugavegurMain municipal bus terminal. 5 min walk.
Reykjavík´s oldest indoor pool. Very retro and charming, with outdoor hot tubs on the roof. Definitely worth visiting.
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Sundhöllin
45a BarónsstígurReykjavík´s oldest indoor pool. Very retro and charming, with outdoor hot tubs on the roof. Definitely worth visiting.
BSÍ
FlyBus terminal to and from Keflavík Airport.
This is the closest public parking garage. Less than 5 min walk from the apartment and much cheaper than parking in the streets.
Note that it is open daily from 07.00 to 24.00 only.
Vitatorg
This is the closest public parking garage. Less than 5 min walk from the apartment and much cheaper than parking in the streets.
Note that it is open daily from 07.00 to 24.00 only.
One of two public parking lots/garages closest to the apartment. Open daily from 07.00 to 24.00 and much cheaper than parking in the parking spaces along the streets.
Stjörnuport
LaugavegurOne of two public parking lots/garages closest to the apartment. Open daily from 07.00 to 24.00 and much cheaper than parking in the parking spaces along the streets.
Pharmacist / Pharmacy
Prescription and over the counter medicine, Cosmetics, Vitamins etc.
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Lyfja
Pharmacist / Pharmacy
Prescription and over the counter medicine, Cosmetics, Vitamins etc.
Sightseeing
Hallgrímskirkja (means Church of Hallgrímur) is one of the most famous landmarks of the city. Measuring 74.5 metres (244 ft.) it is the 6th tallest architectural structure in the country.
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Hallgrímskirkja
Hallgrímskirkja (means Church of Hallgrímur) is one of the most famous landmarks of the city. Measuring 74.5 metres (244 ft.) it is the 6th tallest architectural structure in the country.
Closest TouristInformationCentre. Book various excursions & tours or stock up on Icelandic design. They also sell the CityCard for free adm. to museums, pools, buses etc.
Very cosy café in the back.
Around Iceland
18b LaugavegurClosest TouristInformationCentre. Book various excursions & tours or stock up on Icelandic design. They also sell the CityCard for free adm. to museums, pools, buses etc.
Very cosy café in the back.
Food Scene
Best burger in down town Reykjvaík. The "Forget me not"-burger (with blue cheese) is famous for a reason.
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Vitabar
21 BergþórugataBest burger in down town Reykjvaík. The "Forget me not"-burger (with blue cheese) is famous for a reason.
A small and cosy café and a definite must-try for coffee enthusiasts. World class baristas.
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Reykjavik Roasters
1 KárastígurA small and cosy café and a definite must-try for coffee enthusiasts. World class baristas.
Open Mon-Sat, with live music every night.
Awesome food too. Best kept secret of Reykjavík-dining.
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Rosenberg
27 KlapparstígurOpen Mon-Sat, with live music every night.
Awesome food too. Best kept secret of Reykjavík-dining.
Snaps is a local, average priced bistro with excellent food and lovely atmosphere.
The French Onion Soup there is highly recommended!
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Snaps Bistro
1 ÞórsgataSnaps is a local, average priced bistro with excellent food and lovely atmosphere.
The French Onion Soup there is highly recommended!
Hands down the best sushi in town. Available both for take-out or dining on spot.
Note that they also serve to the seating area at the café on the ground floor (Kofi Tómasar frænda).
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Sushibarinn
10 SuðurlandsbrautHands down the best sushi in town. Available both for take-out or dining on spot.
Note that they also serve to the seating area at the café on the ground floor (Kofi Tómasar frænda).
At Harpa Concert hall´s 4th floor, Kolabrautin provides a spectacular view and excellent food. Fine dining.
Also superb cocktails and bar menu for a lovely afternoon happy hour betw. 16-18 every day.
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Kolabrautin Ristorante
2 AusturbakkiAt Harpa Concert hall´s 4th floor, Kolabrautin provides a spectacular view and excellent food. Fine dining.
Also superb cocktails and bar menu for a lovely afternoon happy hour betw. 16-18 every day.
Te & Kaffi
11 SkólavörðustígurSmall, excellent café and shop with coffee related goods.
Drinks & Nightlife
Lounge bar at Hotel Marina, down by the harbour. Best cocktails in town. Happy hour from 16-18. Excellent light snacks to go with the drinks. Highly recommended for an afternoon drink. Lively at night
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Slippbarinn
2 MýrargataLounge bar at Hotel Marina, down by the harbour. Best cocktails in town. Happy hour from 16-18. Excellent light snacks to go with the drinks. Highly recommended for an afternoon drink. Lively at night
Arts & Culture
Great exhibitions of modern & historical culture and life. Website also in English. (www.thjodminjasafn.is)
Excellent café on ground floor & the best souvenir shop you´ll come by. Admission 1.000 ISK
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National Museum of Iceland
41 SuðurgataGreat exhibitions of modern & historical culture and life. Website also in English. (www.thjodminjasafn.is)
Excellent café on ground floor & the best souvenir shop you´ll come by. Admission 1.000 ISK
Open 10-17
Closed Mondays.
Admission 1.000 ISK.
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National Gallery of Iceland (Listasafn Islands)
Open 10-17
Closed Mondays.
Admission 1.000 ISK.
Open 10-17
Admission 1.400 ISK
Website available in English.
(www.listasafnreykjavikur.is
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Reykjavik Art Museum Hafnarhus
17 TryggvagataOpen 10-17
Admission 1.400 ISK
Website available in English.
(www.listasafnreykjavikur.is