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Exhibitions
Iceland is well known for its vast and beautiful nature. If you want to get to know some facts about our nature and its residents, you can check out some of these museums!
Culture House
Safnahúsið, formerly Þjóðmenningarhúsið, is an exhibition space in Reykjavík, Iceland, which houses an exhibition, Points of View, drawn from various national museums and other cultural institutions. It has been part of the National Museum of Iceland since 2013.
Reykjavík - something for everyone
Although Reykjavík is not amongst the biggest cities in the world, it is big enough for everyone to find things and activities to their liking. From a vibrant culture scene, beautiful nature, and a music scene that rivals bigger cities, visitors should have no problem filling their itineraries with fun adventures!
Ten things to do on a rainy day in Reykjavík
When you have the Gulf Stream as your next-door neighbour you can only expect the weather to become a little (or even a lot) wet, so even though it’s summertime in the land of the midnight sun, there’s always the chance of a rainy day and you should definitely prepare by packing your waterproofs, or alternatively, you could get some while you’re in town.
Media Center
Visit Reykjavík is the official marketing agency of Reykjavík city, responsible for worldwide marketing and the development the city's visitor economy. We are the first point of contact for tourism, marketing, information and events in the Reykjavík Capital Area. If you have any enquiries please send them to PR@visitreykjavik.is
Seltjarnarnes & Grótta
Just a few minutes from downtown Reykjavík you’ll find Seltjarnarnes. Surrounded by the ocean, thepeninsula draws visitors and locals alike for inspiring walks and thrilling cycling paths with panoramic views of magnificent nature, the mountains and the sea.
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.
How to spend a day in Hafnarfjörður
If you are in need of some ideas or just looking for inspiration, we have the perfect itinerary for you!
Garðabær
Bordering Kópavogur and the ocean, Garðabær offers a calm, scenic retreat with rich history, diverse birdlife and outdoor charm.
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.