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Neighborhoods of Reykjavík: Where 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.
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…
Whale Watching in Reykjavik
Plan your whale watching Reykjavík adventure. Find the best tours, when to spot whales and puffins, and what to bring for a smooth, memorable experience.
Reykjavík City Centre
Downtown Reykjavík is the beating heart of Iceland’s capital – a compact hub where culture, history, creativity and nightlife meet against a backdrop of colourful neighbourhoods and scenic views.
Best Free Things to Do in Reykjavík for the Unhurried Traveler
Explore the best free things to do in Reykjavík for the slow traveler. From street art to coastal walks and hidden nature, discover Iceland on a budget.
Viðey Island
Hop on a ferry to the island of Viðey, a peaceful haven of nature, history and art.
Seltjarnarnes & Grótta
Only a few minutes from downtown Reykjavík you’ll find Seltjarnarnes. Surrounded by the ocean, the peninsula draws visitors and locals alike for inspiring walks and long cycling paths with panoramic views of the mountains and the sea.
Elliðaárdalur Valley
Elliðaárdalur is an urban oasis: a lush, green valley where salmon leap in the river, waterfalls tumble through lava rock, and walking trails wind through woodlands.
Reykjavík adventures with Kjetil
Inspired by Kjetil's journey through Reykjavík? Follow in his footsteps and discover the places that made an impression on him. Saddle up for a horseback ride, slip into your swimsuit for a dip in a local pool, hike to scenic viewpoints and explore some of the city's best-known landmarks. These are some of the places Kjetil visited while getting to know Reykjavík. His route is a great place to…
CELEBRATING CHRISTMAS IN REYKJAVÍK
Celebrating Icelandic Christmas Tree Traditions December is one of the most magical months in Reykjavík. Marking the beginning of the holiday season, for more than half a century, is the lighting of the iconic Oslo Christmas tree on the Austurvöllur Parliament square, followed by lighting of Christmas trees all around the capital area such as in Hafnarfjörður Heritage Harbor, Mosfellsbær…