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Your LGBTQIA+ Guide To Reykjavík
Iceland is one of the most socially progressive countries in the world, and the capital city of Reykjavík is home to many LGBTQI+ friendly sights, activities, and bars and restaurants
Breiðholtslaug pool
Breiðholtslaug features a 25 × 12.5‑metre outdoor swimming pool with five lanes, kept at a comfortable 29°C. There is also a smaller indoor pool measuring 12.5 × 8 metres, with a slightly warmer temperature of 30°C.
Seltjarnarneslaug pool
Seltjarnarnes swimming area features a 25‑metre outdoor pool kept at a comfortable 29°C, alongside several options designed especially for younger visitors. These include a children’s pool heated to 35°C and a very shallow paddling pool, just 30 cm deep and maintained at a warmer 37–38°C. The complex also offers four hot tubs, a water slide, and a total of four changing rooms, with two located…
Vesturbæjarlaug pool
At Vesturbæjarlaug you’ll find a 25‑metre outdoor swimming pool, a children’s pool, hot tubs, a sauna, a steam bath, and a cold plunge pool, as well as outdoor changing facilities. At the front desk, visitors can purchase swimwear and refreshments, and make use of free Wi‑Fi.This neighbourhood pool is especially popular with local residents, making it a great place to relax and chat with the…
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Your LGBTQIA+ Guide To Reykjavík
Iceland is one of the most socially progressive countries in the world, and the capital city of Reykjavík is home to many LGBTQIA+-friendly sights, activities, bars and restaurants. Let us be your tour guide and read on for a Reykjavík itinerary geared especially towards LGBTQIA+ travellers, for things to do in Reykjavík.
Winter in Reykjavik
There’s never a dull day in Reykjavík during the wintertime, even if the days are dark! Apart from the occasional fall of luminous snow and regular displays of Northern Lights, there’s also a full calendar of cultural events with festivities galore, concerts, plays and many seasonal exhibitions.
Varmárlaug pool
Varmárlaug pool has a swimming pool, children's pool, sauna, two hot tubs, one with massage options, infrared booth and play area for the children.
Opening Hours during Christmas Holidays
Opening hours during Christmas Holidays in museums and swimming pools. Reykjavík City Museums Árbær Open Air Museum 23. December: 13:00 – 17:00 24. December: Only guided tour at 13:00 25. December: Closed 26. December: Only guided tour at 13:00 31. December: Only guided tour at 13:00 1. January: Closed The Settlement Exhibition 23. December: 09:00-18:00 24. December: 09:00…