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Grandi District
Just off the city centre lies Reykjavík’s old harbour area known as Grandi. The land was originally just a stretch of sand connecting Reykjavík to Örfirisey island but has been added considerably in the years since. For a long time, this area's sole purpose was to house the fish processing plants and shipyards, but when the new harbour by Sundahöfn was built, much of the industry was moved there,…

Reykjavík International Film Festival
For the 18th edition, RIFF is proud to announce a vast array of films, events, and activities. Many of the films come to Iceland directly from the big festivals, which have taken place this summer.

Christmas Market at Elliðavatnsbær in Heiðmörk
The annual Christmas market in Heiðmörk woods is located on the outskirts of Reykjavík. The market is generally open on Advent weekends

Richard Serra opening tomorrow
Three exhibitions will be opened at Reykjavík Art Museum, Hafnarhús on Thursday 21 May at 5 p.m. Áfangar by Richard Serra, Process and Pretense Magnús Sigurðarson and bears;truths... by Kathy Clark.The exhibition Áfangar by Richard Serra( b. 1939) in Hafnarhús includes 19 drawings of the environmental work Áfangar made by Serra in 1990 at Viðey Island , in oil pastel on paper, and presented to…

Guide to Reykjavík after work drinks in Vogue Scandinavia
From holistic cafes to family-run restaurants, discover the most stylish places in the Icelandic capital for post-work drinks

Reykjavík amongst the best cities in the world according to Condé Nast readers
Each year, readers of one of the most popular travel magazines, Condé Nast Traveler, weigh in on their favorite international cities, big and small

Reykjavík Art Museum offers guided tours during Iceland Airwaves
Guided Tours in English through the exhibitions at Hafnarhús, Saturday 2 November and Sunday 3 November, 2013 at 1 p.m.

Golf courses in Reykjavík voted two of the best golf courses in Europe
Two of Reykjavík's golf courses have been voted as one of the best golf courses in Europe by Golf World magazine.

WINTER LIGHTS FESTIVAL STARTING THE 7TH OF FEBRUARY!
Winter Lights Festival 2019 Winter Lights Festival is an annual event that celebrates both the winter world and the growing sun light after a long period of darkness. The program consists of light installations, culture and outdoor activities. The festival provides entertainment for Reykjavík’s locals and guests alike. The programme reflects the many faces of Reykjavík´s capital area; with the…

The Lava Show is open in Reykjavík!
LAVA SHOW recreates a volcanic eruption by superheating real lava and pouring it into a showroom full of people.