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Whatever questions you have, and how basic, complicated or strange they may seem, we'll happily answer them.
Reykjavík has won Winter Destination of the Year – in the 2017 LTG European Awards
The Luxury Travel Guide Awards team has announced that Reykjavík has won Winter Destination of the Year – in the 2017 LTG European Awards
Reykjavík is the Winter Destination of the Year 2017
United Kingdom – 2nd February 2017 - The Luxury Travel Guide Awards team is pleased to announce that Visit Reykjavik has won Winter Destination of the Year – Reykjavik, Iceland in the 2017 LTG European Awards.
Öskjuhlíð
Just a kilometre south of downtown Reykjavík, Öskjuhlíð is a wooded hill featuring forest trails, World War II relics, and views over the city skyline and domestic airport.
What is new in Reykjavík
Here are some insights into what is new and upcoming in Reykjavík
Norður og Niður - Sigur Rós announce expansive takeover of Iceland’s largest arts venue Harpa Concert Hall in late December
Norður og Niður - Sigur Rós announce expansive takeover of Iceland’s largest arts venue Harpa Concert Hall Reykjavík December 26th - 31st 2017.
Drive in Reykjavík
Freedom to roam. Rent a car, follow your curiosity, and enjoy the road at your own pace.
COVID-19 Information for visitors
All general information, developments, and advice about Iceland and COVID-19 can be found at the website of the Directorate of Health and covid.is.
Thrihnukagigur
Þríhnúkagígur, anglicized as Thrihnukagigur, literally translated as Three Peaks Crater) is a dormant volcano near Reykjavík. Covering a 3,270 square metres (35,200 sq ft) area and a depth of 213 meters (699 ft), it has not erupted in the past 4000 years.
Hidden World Walks
Hafnarfjördur is renowned for having one of Iceland's largest colonies of elves, dwarves and other spiritual beings, which (translating from the Icelandic) are collectively called "Hidden Folk".