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Reykjavík Botanical Garden
The Botanic Garden is an outdoor collection of living plants.The garden’s main role is to conserve plants for education, research and delight. It conserves some 3000 plant species in eight plant collections. The collections give an idea of the enormous diversity of vegetation in the northern temperate zone.
Reykjavik Botanical Garden
Reykjavik Botanical Garden is a living museum in the open air. The Botanical Garden was founded in 1961 and is run by the City of Reykjavik. He belongs to the Environmental Quality Office, which is part of the City of Environment and Planning Division. The Environment and Health Council handles the issues of the Botanical Garden. The role of the Botanical Garden is to preserve and record…
How to Spend One Perfect Day in Reykjavík
Make the most of one day in Reykjavík with out itinerary. Explore top attractions, local favorites, and must-see sights for an unforgettable day in Iceland’s capital.
Sleep better in Reykjavík
If your everyday routine involves crowded trains, endless notifications and too much time indoors, Reykjavík naturally encourages many of the habits sleep scientists associate with healthy rest: daylight exposure, regular movement, warm bathing and time to unwind. Light is one of the most important signals for our internal body clock, helping regulate when we feel alert and when we feel sleepy…
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…
Sights & Attractions
Despite being a relatively small city there is so much to see and do in Reykjavík!
Off The Beaten Path
One of Reykjavík's key characteristics is its closeness to nature. The city offers countless opportunities for fun outdoor activities, the most popular one being the thermal pools. However, some of Reykjavík best outdoor spots are unknown to most visitors.
Laugardalur Valley
Laugardalur (Hot Spring Valley) is a major centre for sports and recreation in the capital.
Reykjavík Art Museum - Ásmundarsafn
The sculptor Ásmundur Sveinsson (1893–1982) designed, worked and lived in this beautiful building now serving as a part of Reykjavík Art Museum. The white dome structure is surrounded by Sveinsson’s sculptures in the garden, both his earlier massive figures and his later light abstract compositions. The inside of the building offers a unique experience as the artist’s design, inspired by…
Casa Dísa
Providing a garden, Casa Dísa - Dreams, A Boutique Guesthouse in Reykjavik City`s Central Park, and a Botanical Garden in Laugardalur, Hot-Spring-Valley offers accommodations in Reykjavík. Both free Wifi and parking on-site are available at the homestay free of charge. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen and bicycle parking for guests. There's a private bathroom with a bath in some units,…