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Aðalstræti - The Settlement Exhibition
At Aðalstræti 10 and 16 in Reykjavík’s city centre, you can explore how the city developed from Iceland’s settlement period to the present day. Stretching underground from Aðalstræti 16 – which houses the archaeological remains of a 10th-century Viking longhouse – to the central Kvosin area’s oldest remaining building at Aðalstræti 10, this historical exhibition traces Reykjavík’s development…
Reykjavík turns off its streets lights for the Northern Lights
Due to a great aurora forecast for the evening, Reykjavík City will have street lights turned off between 22:00 and 23:00 in selected areas so everyone can enjoy the Northern lights.
ICELAND WRITERS RETREAT 2014
Taking place between April 9-13, 2014 in Reykjavik, the Iceland Writers Retreat invites participants to a series of workshops and panels led by an esteemed team of international writers.The 2014 retreat will be loosely focused on the theme of travel and journeys.The retreat will be based out of Icelandair Hotel Reykjavik Natura, a recently renovated, modern four-star hotel next to a popular…
Spend the Perfect Family Day in Elliðaárdalur
Enjoy the perfect family day in Elliðaárdalur. Discover fun activities, historical sites, and family-friendly attractions for an unforgettable experience in Reykjavík.
Snowstorm on Saturday - Here's fun stuff you can do!
We're having "stay-inside-weather" on Saturday, and you're wondering what to do? Here's what we suggest: With the Reykjavík City Card, you will have free admission to the city's top museums, free entry for all the swimming pools and unlimited bus-rides. Really, a perfect companion for when stuck inside.
Reykjavik, the best place to live for LGBT+ people!
A new study has revealed the most LGBT-friendly cities in the world, based on a ranking of 77 major world cities. The Wellbeing Index was created by Fitbit and ranks the cities in order of their liveability based on 15 factors, including gender equality, safety and LGBT+ acceptance. It judged the capital of Iceland, Reykjavik, to be the best place to live for LGBT+ people, giving it a score…
Hallargarðurinn public park
Hallargarðurinn at Fríkirkjuvegur is a beautiful public parks in Reykjavik. Florals, artwork, elegant houses and views of the lake from the east give the garden a graceful and warm appearance. It also indirectly connects to the Sound Park (Hljómskálagarðurinn), which is diagonally opposite the other side of Sóleyjargata and the Scotch Road. At Hallargarðurinn stands the splendid house of Thor…
Campervan Reykjavík
Choose from a wide range of campers, motorhomes, and 4x4 rooftop tent vehicles, all with insurance included! With top-rated service and glowing reviews, travelers trust them for comfort, quality, and unforgettable road trips. Explore Iceland on your terms with Campervan Reykjavik!
Reykjavík one of the friendliest cities in Europe
Recently, readers of Condé Nast Traveler voted the twelve friendliest cities in Europe in 2022, but the list includes the cities with the most smiling people who offer the most welcome to tourists. There, Reykjavík fell to third place.
New lighthouse at Reykjavík Harbour
From 1945 until the 2000‘s the towerlight at the Maritime college had the purpose of guiding ships into the Reykjavík harbour. Unfortunately the buildings that were then built below the college in the beginning of the 21st century, were too high for the tower light to get through. But now, this new lighthouse can continue the pivotal work of being a guiding light for all the ships coming into…