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Hamarinn
This cliff is just a few minutes' walk from the town center. Hamarinn is a protected nature site and a sightseeing point offering expansive views of the town and the surrounding natural area. Here you can take your perfect photo of Hafnarfjörður to take back home with you.
The Christmas Cat
The Christmas Cat is among the best-known Icelandic Christmas creatures. It is a humongous animal, well known to people of all ages in Iceland.
Reykjavík Open
The Reykjavik Open is an annual chess tournament held in Reykjavik
A Slow Evening in Reykjavík: Where to Linger After Sunset
Looking for a slower pace? This Reykjavík evening guide covers intimate wine bars, late-night art, and cosy spots to linger while exploring Iceland after sunset.
Kleifarvatn
Steps from the dramatic geothermal area at Krýsuvík Seltún lies the sweeping blue expanse of Kleifarvatn Lake. Nestled below a steep mountain, the seemingly deserted space is an attractive spot for a quiet walk. A small path circles the lake, jogging around water's edge and over small black lava rocks.
Summer in Reykjavík
With almost 24 hours of daylight during the summer, Reykjavík truly becomes the city that never sleeps, where you can enjoy a number of popular summertime activities including whale-watching, sea-fishing, horse-back-riding and trips to the many natural wonders nearby.
Old Harbour & Grandi District
Once the heart of Reykjavík’s fishing industry, the Old Harbour and Grandi area has transformed into a lively waterfront neighbourhood where culture, cuisine, marine heritage and modern attractions meet.
Dining in Reykjavík
Despite the capital's relatively petite size, there is certainly no shortage of restaurants, cafés and bars around the city!
See, enjoy and photograph the Northern Lights
Discover how to hunt down Aurora Borealis - the Northern Lights - and get tips on how to photograph them.
Geothermal Pools & Spas
Swimming pools in Iceland are nothing like in most European Cities. If you truly want to follow in the footsteps of the locals, you should visit one of Reykjavík's 18 swimming pools.