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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.
Hafnarfjörður
Get off the beaten track and take bus number 1 from downtown Reykjavík for 20 minutes to Hafnarfjörður. Harbour Village is perfect to explore on foot, with free museums, curious little jewellers, cafés, boutiques and galleries.
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 Green Belt
Just beyond Reykjavík’s city limits, nature takes over. Lava fields, mountains and wide-open wilderness form the capital’s vast green escape.
Top Free Things To Do In Reykjavík
Reykjavík can easily be enjoyed on a budget. However, it's worth mentioning that the best bang-for-the-buck is the Reykjavík City Card, which offers free access to all major museums, swimming pools and art galleries in the city. Read more about it HERE.
Fálkaklettur via Ferrata
Experienced instructors guide adventurers through the spectacular Fálkaklettur (translated as Falcon Rock) Via Ferrata. These guided tours provide an unforgettable experience, offering breathtaking views over the ocean toward Reykjavik city. The journey begins at the Mt. Esja parking lot, just a 25-minute drive from Reykjavik's city centre. The tour lasts approximately three hours, and climbing…
The cool side of summer
What if the best summer holiday isn't the hottest one? In Reykjavík, nature, culture and wellbeing come together in one unforgettable coolcation, without the stress of extreme summer heat.
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…
Viðey Island
Hop on a ferry to the island of Viðey, a peaceful haven of nature, history and art.
Reykjavík Sunrise and Sunset Spots
Discover the best spots for a Reykjavík sunrise and sunset. Learn where to go, what time to expect the light, and how to experience the city’s soft golden hours.