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National Gallery of Iceland
The National Gallery of Iceland is a national museum and the main emphasis of the collection is on 20th and 21st century Icelandic art, but international art is featured as well. The museum owns the most valuable collection of works by Icelandic artists in the country.
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.
Your Reykjavík Guide from January to April
Discover the magic of Reykjavík from January to April! From breathtaking northern lights and the enchanting Winter Lights Festival to cozy indoor activities and unique Easter traditions, this guide has everything you need to make the most of Reykjavík's winter magic and spring awakenings. Start planning your unforgettable adventure today!
Museum of Design and Applied Art
The Museum of Design and Applied Art collects, preserves, researches and exhibits Icelandic design from the beginning of the 20th century to the present day.
Culture Night opens with the unveiling of a sculpture by Rafael Barrios!
Reykjavík Culture Night 2013 will be officially launched on 24 August at 12.30 p.m. with the unveiling of a sculpture by the American artist Rafael Barrios at Höfðatún. The Mayor of Reykjavík, Jón Gnarr will unveil the work, Obtusa. Last winter nine sculptures by Barrios were exhibited along a Park Avenue, New York attracting great attention and admiration. The location of the Obtusa in Reykjavík…
Works by Louisa Matthíasdóttir on display at Reykjavík Art Museum, Kjarvalsstaðir
A retrospective of the works of Louisa Matthíasdóttir Calm was opened at Reykjavík Art Museum – Kjarvalsstaðir last weekend.
48 hours of having nowhere to be (in Reykjavík)
Ready for a reset? Spend 48 hours in Reykjavík and feel like yourself again.
Paintings of Two Eras – The Making of Erró and the D-exhibition series
Two exhibitions will be opened, Saturday 31 OctoberErró’s formative years between 1955 and 1964 are the subject of the exhibition The Making of Erró, which will be opened at Reykjavík Art Museum – Hafnarhús Saturday 31 October at 4 pm. Another show will be opened at the same time, an exhibition of works by Úlfur Karlsson, a part of series which derives its name from Gallery D at…
Dark Magic-Winter Lights Festival 2-5 February 2017
A splendid Winter Lights Festival will take place 2-5 February in all six municipalities of the capital area. This is the sixteenth time that this festival of light and darkness is held, comprising four main features – Museum Night, Swimming Pool Night, Snow Party and Light Art – along with more than 150 events to which countless artists contribute in order to create a unique ambiance in the…
Seltjarnarnes
Just a few minutes from downtown Reykjavík you’ll find Point Panorama. Surrounded by the ocean, Seltjarnarnes peninsula draws visitors and locals alike for inspiring walks and thrilling cycling paths with panoramic views of magnificent nature, the mountains and the sea.