Museums & Exhibitions
Despite Reykjavík's relatively small size, the capital area is renowned for its strong focus on arts and culture. Visitors to Reykjavík thus have a wide array of options for art museums, natural museums and history museums.
Vikings in Reykjavík: Village, Museum, Hotel, and Restaurant
Immerse yourself in Reykjavík’s Viking heritage. Visit the Viking village, explore the museum, stay at themed hotels, and dine at authentic Viking restaurants.
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Discover the Top Museums in Reykjavík
Explore the best museums in Reykjavík. Uncover Iceland’s rich history, art, and culture through top-rated museums perfect for travellers and culture enthusiasts.
Reykjavík City Museum: Explore All Five Museums
Discover the wonders of Reykjavík City Museum, featuring five unique museums that showcase Iceland’s rich history, art, and culture. Perfect for visitors of all ages!
Discover Reykjavík Through Time Out’s Eyes
Reykjavík may look quiet at first, but a closer look reveals a city full of small wonders. In Time Out’s latest guide, writer James Taylor gathers thirteen places where the capital shows its heart — from bright glass landmarks to hidden geothermal corners. This is Reykjavík seen through curious eyes, steady footsteps, and moments worth slowing down for.
Indoor Activities
There’s a wealth of indoor activities in Reykjavík to keep you entertained in the city.
What is new in Reykjavík
Here are some insights into what is new and upcoming in Reykjavík
Aðalstræti - The Settlement Exhibition
At Aðalstræti 10 and 16 in Reykjavík’s city centre, you can explore how the city developed from Iceland’s settlement period to the present day. Stretching underground from Aðalstræti 16 – which houses the archaeological remains of a 10th-century Viking longhouse – to the central Kvosin area’s oldest remaining building at Aðalstræti 10, this historical exhibition traces Reykjavík’s development…
Reykjavík Culture City
Despite the capital area’s relatively petite size, Reykjavík is a city which is recognized for its devotion to the arts and culture. Visitors will find themselves with a plethora of choices, including more than 60 museums, exhibition spaces and galleries on almost every corner.