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Neighborhoods of Reykjavík: Best place to stay
Find the best area to stay in Reykjavík with our guide to its neighbourhoods. Discover top accommodations, local attractions, and unique vibes for an ideal visit.
How it works?
Quite simply, the City Card is the smartest and most affordable way to explore Reykjavík. It has been tailor-made for visitors to the city, helping you to get the most out of your trip. Simply choose from a 24, 48, or 72-hour card and visit as many attractions as you want.
72 Hours in Reykjavik: A dance Journey with Kjetil
Discover the best of Grandi District. Enjoy a day filled with unique attractions, trendy shops, and delicious dining options in one of Reykjavík’s most vibrant areas.
A Seasonal Guide to the Best Times of Year to Visit Reykjavík
Discover the best time to visit Reykjavík with our seasonal guide. Explore unique activities, weather tips, and events for every season to plan your perfect trip.
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…
Opening Hours during Christmas Holidays
Opening hours during Christmas Holidays in museums and swimming pools. Reykjavík City Museums Árbær Open Air Museum 23. December: 13:00 – 17:00 24. December: Only guided tour at 13:00 25. December: Closed 26. December: Only guided tour at 13:00 31. December: Only guided tour at 13:00 1. January: Closed The Settlement Exhibition 23. December: 09:00-18:00 24. December: 09:00…
Nordic Dummy Award at Reykjavík Museum of Photography
The winner of the Nordic Dummy Award will be announced at 16:00 on the 21st March at the Reykjavík Museum of Photography. Associated lectures on the awards will take place on the same day at the museum. The Nordic Dummy Award has been presented annually since 2012. The competition, which is overseen by the Oslo Fotogalleriet, invites photographers working in or associated with the Nordic…
Museum Night at the Reykjavík City Museum
In celebration of Museum Night on Friday, 6 February, a variety of events will take place at the Settlement Exhibition Aðalstræti, the Reykjavík Museum of Photography, and the Reykjavík Maritime Museum. Admission is free and everyone is welcome. Reykjavík Museum of Photography – Open 18:00–22:00 18:00–20:00 / Glaciers and Lagoons - Shadow Workshop 18:00–22:00 / Fókus – Reykjavík Amateur…
Reykjavík Museum of Photography in Guardian Top Ten!
Reykjavík's wonderful Museum of Photography was recently selected by The Guardian newspaper as one of the ten best free museums in Europe.The article is part of their fabulous series on ‘seeing the world for free‘. The museum, which is about to open an excellent new exhibition entitled ‘From A Different Angle‘ on Saturday 25th January, preserves various collections…
Exhibitions by Alexander Rodchenko and the Kjarval Complete 2 opening 5 Oct.
Two exhibitions opened by Alexander Rodchenko and the Kjarval Complete 2- The Banks‘ Collections at Kjarvalsstaðir 5 OctoberThe exhibition, Revolution in Photography by Alexander Rodchenko will be opened at the Reykjavík Art Museum’s Kjarvalsstaðir site 5 October 5 at 4 p.m . The exhibition is a retrospective of Rodchenko´s works, who was one of the leading Russian avant-garde…