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The pond and Hljómskálagarðurinn park
Few open areas in Reykjavik occupy a more solid place in the hearts of the city's inhabitants than Tjörnin and its immediate surroundings, Hljómskálagarðurinn and Vatnsmýrin, where nature and human life meet in the middle of a metropolis in a unique way. At the northern end of the Pond, urbanization began in Reykjavík in the 18th century and since then the Pond has been a centrepiece in…
New Year's Eve in Reykjavík
Join 200,000 people on New Year's Eve as the city's population unleashes an unforgettable epic display of fireworks! New Year’s Eve in the capital area is an exratordinary experience, especially given the fact that there are no official firework displays in the city. This legendary night is very much created by the people of Reykjavik who collectively do an amazing job. …
The vast majority of inhabitants of Reykjavík have a favourable attitude to tourists
Inhabitants in the capital area of Reykjavík generally still have a favourable view of tourists, as they did last year, according to a survey carried out in April for Visit Reykjavík. In the intervening year the number of tourists has increased greatly: in the first four months of 2016 visitor numbers were 35% up on the same period in 2015, according to figures from the Iceland Tourist Board.
LGBTQ-Friendly Reykjavík
Expedia's travel blog highlights some of the most LGBTQ-friendly cities around the world and among them is Reykjavík. They searched the globe for places where the right to be yourself and considered equal are important aspects of the culture, laws, social scene, and employment structures.
Mosfellsbær Itinerary
What can you do in the sleepy little town of Mosfellsbær, 20 minutes away from Reykjavík, Iceland? Keep reading, and we'll tell you all about it!
Rainbow Reykjavík Winter Pride
No date yet for 2022 Amazing nature, nightlife, and northern lights in a fantastic international and local company.
Reykjavík Folk Festival
No Date Yet for 2021 The Reykjavík Folk Festival is a three-day musical feast celebrating the diversity and breadth of the Icelandic folk music scene.
Museum Night at the Reykjavík City Museum
In celebration of Museum Night on Friday, 6 February, a variety of events will take place at the Settlement Exhibition Aðalstræti, the Reykjavík Museum of Photography, and the Reykjavík Maritime Museum. Admission is free and everyone is welcome. Reykjavík Museum of Photography – Open 18:00–22:00 18:00–20:00 / Glaciers and Lagoons - Shadow Workshop 18:00–22:00 / Fókus – Reykjavík Amateur…
Reykjavík International Film Festival
September - October For eleven days every fall since 2004, Icelandic people and tourists go to the cinema to enjoy the best and freshest in international filmmaking.
Supermarkets in the Capital Area
There are many choices when buying groceries in Reykjavik. From supermarkets with lower-cost items like Bónus and Krónan to more expensive places with a variety of products like Hagkaup and Fjarðarkaup.