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Garðabær
Bordering Kópavogur and the ocean, Garðabær offers a calm, scenic retreat with rich history, diverse birdlife and outdoor charm.
Reykjavík International Film Festival
September - October For eleven days every fall since 2004, Icelandic people and tourists go to the cinema to enjoy the best and freshest in international filmmaking.
Midnight Sun Run in Reykjavík
The 2013 Suzuki Midnight Sun Run will take place for the 21st time on the evening of June 24th. The location is Laugardalur, Reykjavik.Runners can choose between three distances; half marathon, 10 km race and 5 km race. Close by the start and finish of the race is one of the city’s wonderful geothermal outdoor swimming pools, Laugardalslaug.All participants are invited to the swimming pool,…
Museum Night: Swimming pool culture celebrated post UNESCO recognition
In celebration of the recent registration of Icelandic swimming pool culture to UNESCO’s list of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, the National Museum of Iceland is hosting a swimming party at the start of Museum Night. This is a significant milestone, as the cultural value of Icelandic swimming pool culture has now received international recognition. Behind the registration lies a lot…
Don't miss the Reykjavík International Film Festival!
RIFF - Reykjavík International Film Festival - held this year from the 26th of Sept to 6th of Oct - is one of the biggest and most diverse cultural events in Iceland. RIFF is an independent non-profit organization. For eleven days every fall since 2004 Icelandic people and tourists alike go to the cinema to enjoy the best and freshest of international filmmaking. Guests can also meet and…
Snowstorm on Saturday - Here's fun stuff you can do!
We're having "stay-inside-weather" on Saturday, and you're wondering what to do? Here's what we suggest: With the Reykjavík City Card, you will have free admission to the city's top museums, free entry for all the swimming pools and unlimited bus-rides. Really, a perfect companion for when stuck inside.
RIFF - Ever watched a movie in a cave?
From September 26 to October 6 Reykjavík city centre is set to vibrate with dramatic energy as RIFF (the Reykjavík International Film Festival) celebrates its tenth anniversary!With yet another exciting programme full of superb international films, including 75 features hailing from 40 countries around the world, RIFF presents a great opportunity for visitors to experience a wide variety…
Christmas Village in Hafnarfjorður
A feast of sights and sounds, the Christmas Village in Hafnarfjörður offers live entertainment, visits from the Icelandic Yule Lads, horse-drawn carriage rides and quaint village of Christmas houses selling everything from Icelandic design and craft to snacks and hot drinks. And don't forget to try some of the homemade Icelandic delicacies.
Christmas Village
A feast of sights and sounds, the Christmas Village in Hafnarfjörður offers live entertainment, visits from the Icelandic Yule Lads and quaint village of Christmas houses selling everything from Icelandic design and craft to snacks and hot drinks. And don't forget to try some of the homemade Icelandic delicacies.
Iceland’s Water Cure in New York Times Magazine
“On a frigid February day in Reykjavik, I stood bare chested and dripping wet just inside the dressing room at the Vesturbaejar pool, facing a long, cold walk to the outdoor hot tubs. My host was stoic, strong, a Viking. I was whining.”