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Christmas at Árbær Open Air Museum
Árbæjarsafn's Christmas program is an essential part of Advent in the city since the search for a place that is as pleasant and fun to visit at this time of year.

Reykjavík one of the best European cities for street food
Reykjavík has been featured as one of the best cities for street food according to TravelMag.com.

Reykjavík Arts Festival
The Reykjavik Arts Festival is a biennial multidisciplinary festival with a special focus on new commissions and the creative intersection of the arts.

Snowstorm on Saturday - Here's fun stuff you can do!
We're having "stay-inside-weather" on Saturday, and you're wondering what to do? Here's what we suggest: With the Reykjavík City Card, you will have free admission to the city's top museums, free entry for all the swimming pools and unlimited bus-rides. Really, a perfect companion for when stuck inside.

The Old Harbour
The old harbour is the heart of Reykjavík and the catalyst to its formation. The city grew up around the harbour and in the early 20th century it became one of the centers of the Icelandic trawling industry.

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…

Fosshotel Reykjavík
Fosshotel Reykjavík, Iceland’s largest hotel stands prominently in Reykjavík’s business district, only a short walk from the main shopping area. Here, from the heart of the city, you can easily explore Reykjavík's magnificent architecture, captivating history, vibrant markets and rich culture – ideal starting point for experience the best of everything the city has to offer. With 16 floors,…

Reykjavík Konsulat Hotel
The Reykjavik Konsulat Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton, is situated in the oldest part of Reykjavík at the junction of Icelandic history and style. The reconstruction of this charming building, which in the 19th and 20th century housed a grand department store run by Consul Thomsen and his family, was completed in 2018 with modern amenities and a nod to Reykjavík’s vibrant culture. It's a…

Reykjavik Lights by Keahotels
Reykjavik Lights is a concept design hotel in a Scandinavian style. • Located centrally by the Laugardalur, place of sports and recreation • Complimentary private parking • Breakfast included • Complimentary WiFi • Bright and airy rooms The ever changing source of light in Iceland and how it reflects Icelanders everyday life is an inspiration for this Nordic-style hotel offering an…

Landmark event celebrated at the Reykjavík Art Museum!
The Reykjavík Art Museum is celebrating a landmark today, when nearly nine thousand works of art become accessible on-line on the new safneign.listasafnreykjavikur.is website.The site provides pictures and information on works by Icelandic artists from the early twentieth century until 2013; and a map of Reykjavík provides a guide to works of art in public spaces in the city. Art historians have…