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Reykjavík after Dark
Whether you visit Reykjavík in the summer when you can bathe in the midnight sun or in the midst of the darkest winter when the Northern Lights illuminates the sky, Reykjavík truly is the city that never sleeps. The city is colorful and lively yet peaceful and calm, so every explorer is sure to find activities that suit their state of mind.
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.
48 Hour Itinerary Culture Edition
Visit Reykjavik knows that visitors to Reykjavík are looking for things to do in the capital, and culture is a large part of wanting to check out Iceland. For a tiny nation in the middle of the North Atlantic, Iceland sure does have a lot of culture!
Öskjuhlíð
Just a kilometre south of downtown Reykjavík, Öskjuhlíð is a wooded hill featuring forest trails, World War II relics, and views over the city skyline and domestic airport.
Lava and Volcano Shows in Reykjavík
Experience the thrill of a live lava show in Reykjavik or explore volcano exhibits at Perlan and Harpa. Discover fiery attractions perfect for curious travellers of all ages.
Rainbow street in Reykjavík
One of the main streets in downtown Reykjavík has been dressed up in the colors of the rainbow to celebrate Reykjavík Pride which is now held for the seventeenth time. The festival started on Tuesday and ends on Sunday. The rainbow street in Reykjavík is a sign of joy and support for diversity. The initiative is organized by the city of Reykjavík in cooperation with Reykjavík Pride. The rainbow…
Discover Hidden Gems Around Reykjavík
Don't miss out on the extraordinary experiences that await beyond the city centre.
New Year’s bonfires and areas for fireworks in downtown Reykjavík
New Year’s Bonfires (Áramótabrennur) will be in 10 places in the Reykjavík Capital area this year and in a similar manner as before. You can join the locals and experience old age customs and traditions of the New Year’s celebration. New Year’s Bonfires are lit at 20:30 in all places except at Skerjafjörður and Úlfarsfell. These are the locations for the 2019 New Year’s Bonfires in…
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…
Viðey Island
Just a short ferry ride from downtown Reykjavík lies the island of Viðey, a peaceful haven of nature, history and art.