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Icelandic swimming culture receives UNESCO recognition
A celebration of warmth, water, and the everyday rituals that shape life in Reykjavík and beyond
City Hall
City Hall is the home of a huge 3D printed map of Iceland on the ground floor. The building itself as the architects conceived Reykjavík City Hall primarily as an interface where the contrasts of nature and city intertwine into a complex, three-dimensional whole.
Trip ideas
In a city where there is so much to see and do it can be difficult to decide, but don't worry we've gathered some ideas for you!
A Reykjavík resident's guide to wellness - and geothermal pools
Icelanders have long discovered the key to a happy, healthy lifestyle. Perhaps it's time you embraced your calmer side, too.
Seltjarnarnes & Grótta
Only a few minutes from downtown Reykjavík you’ll find Seltjarnarnes. Surrounded by the ocean, the peninsula draws visitors and locals alike for inspiring walks and long cycling paths with panoramic views of the mountains and the sea.
Added value with the City Card
Reykjavík City Card not only gives you free access to some awesome stuff, but also comes with added value in the form of discounts at our partners.
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.
Garðabær
Bordering Kópavogur and the ocean, Garðabær offers a calm, scenic retreat with rich history, diverse birdlife and outdoor charm.
Christmas at Árbær Open Air Museum
Árbæjarsafn's Christmas program is an essential part of Advent in the city since the search for a place that is as pleasant and fun to visit at this time of year.
Laugardalur Valley
Laugardalur (Hot Spring Valley) is a major centre for sports and recreation in the capital.