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Enjoy free access to 17 museums, 8 geothermal pools, unlimited busses, Viðey ferry and more.
Reykjavík museums and culture guide: Explore at your own pace
To understand the resilient spirit of the Icelandic people, look at their past. These Reykjavík museums focus on the unique culture and history of an island nation that survived in the North Atlantic. Here are some top history museums in Reykjavík you can explore at your own pace.
A small city with a big heart
From its beautiful nature to its thriving cultural scene, Reykjavík offers something for everyone. Explore parks, go hiking, and witness the Northern Lights. Dive into its rich music and film culture, savor its creative culinary scene, and unwind in geothermal pools. Nurturing, inclusive, and lively, Reykjavík awaits your adventure, day and night.
Why choose Reykjavík
From its beautiful nature to its thriving cultural scene, Reykjavík offers something for everyone. Explore parks, go hiking, and witness the Northern Lights. Dive into its rich music and film culture, savor its creative culinary scene, and unwind in geothermal pools. Nurturing, inclusive, and lively, Reykjavík awaits your adventure, day and night.
Festivals and events in Reykjavík
Reykjavík City is a hotbed of activity all year round, with a remarkable number of annual festivals and seasonal events attracting countless festivalgoers and media attention from around the world.
History of Reykjavík
Though Reykjavík holds the title of Iceland's first settlement since 870, it wasn't until the 18th century that a proper town began to take shape around Ingólfur Arnarson's original homestead.
How and where to see a total solar eclipse in Reykjavík on August 12, 2026
Plan your trip for the August 12, 2026 total solar eclipse in Iceland. Discover the best viewing spots in Reykjavík and beyond, plus how to best enjoy the eclipse.
Christmas in Reykjavík: A Winter Welcome
Experience the magic of Christmas in Reykjavík - where twinkling lights, festive markets, and centuries-old traditions fill the city with warmth. Taste piparkökur and laufabrauð, join locals for jólahlaðborð, and hear the church bells ring in Christmas Eve. From cosy cafés to lively shopping streets and spectacular New Year’s fireworks, Reykjavík shines with winter wonder.
Reykjavík City Museum officially opened
Reykjavík City Museum was officially opened on June 1st by Jon Gnarr, the former mayor of Reykjavik. The Reykjavík City Museum includes five museums and exhibitions: The Settlement Exhibition, the Reykjavík Museum of Photography, the Reykjavík Maritime Museum, Árbær Open Air Museum, and last but not least, the monuments and modern art located on Viðey Island.The purpose of the museum is to…
Best Reykjavík places for selfies
Selfies. We all take them. Sometimes you want to remember yourself in a place you find beautiful. This is how good memories are made, we can go to them when feeling down or dreaming of places we visited and hope to return to one day. To make the Tiptoe Reykjavík video, we scoured the best locations where selfies are a must. Walk there, use an electric scooter. Now it's your turn to find your…