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The Oslo tree
The lighting of the Oslo Christmas tree marks the beginning of the Christmas city of Reykjavík, but the tree is picked up in the Norwegian grove in Heiðmörk. It has been more than half a century since the tree was first lit.
REYKJAVÍK ONE OF EUROPE'S BEST CITIES FOR EATING OUT
The British newspaper The Telegraph just published a list with 23 of the most amazing European cities for eating out, and is our beutiful city of Reykjavík one of them. The capital area has over 200 restaurants and new restaurant openings are happening very frequently. So wether you are a fish, meat, or a veggie lover it‘s certain you can find something to your liking! New restaurants in…
Reykjavík vegan city
The Chef's Pencil just released a study on the rise of veganism in Iceland with Iceland ranking 1st worldwide, ahead of the United Kingdom and Australia for veganism popularity based on Google Trends data. They used Google Trends which is a a great source of big data, to analyze the search interest level for veganism across the world. Searches in the Veganism category, which comprises vegan…
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…
Culture Night this Saturday!
Reykjavík’s 24th annual Culture Night will be held on Saturday 24th of August. Events and performances, large and small, will fill the streets and squares of the town centre, alleys, gardens, galleries, shops, cultural institutes and private homes. The event is both created and enjoyed by city residents and takes place all across central Reykjavik, with celebrations in the streets and squares,…
Taxi in Reykjavík
Quick and reliable. Licensed drivers operate 24/7 at standard rates, and some offer airport transfers.
December in Reykjavík kick off
"December in Reykjavík" has kicked off with an agenda full of festive activities for the coming weeks. Apart from an emphasis on extravagant festive illuminations, the December in Reykjavík festivities focus on themes of peace, harmony and true Icelandic traditions. Christmas lighting and decorations will bring the Christmas spirit to our city in an old fashioned style with Christmas lights,…
Manchester City and West Ham United Will Play in Iceland
For the first time ever the Super Match hits Iceland and it’s also the very first time for Premier League teams to meet in Iceland. In the Super Match, two of the world’s greatest football teams face each other and this summer we’re delighted to bring Manchester City and West Ham to Iceland at Laugardalsvöllur Arena on the 4th of August, kick off 14. Reykjavík City supports the event.
Reykjavík’s literary life blooming in September
The 79th PEN International Congress will be held in Reykjavík from September 9 – 12 2013. The theme is Digital Frontiers: Linguistic Rights and Freedom of Speach. Parts of the Congress programme are open to the public, as part of PEN International’s roaming event series, Free the Word! The Reykjavík International Literary Festival will coincide with the congress, as it starts on…