Academic Café | Icelandic Animal Stories
Gunnar Theodór Eggertsson is an author and animal lover. He has written books for children, teenagers, and adults, as well as a doctoral thesis on animals in literature. In his lecture, "Icelandic Animal Stories," he will discuss Iceland's rich tradition of stories about animals, place these stories in an international context of both literature and animal welfare, and consider the relevance of…
Icelandic Swimming Culture Receives UNESCO Recognition
A celebration of warmth, water, and the everyday rituals that shape life in Reykjavík and beyond
Sól Restaurant
Sól is a sophisticated greenhouse restaurant offering a farm-to-table dining experience where Iceland’s freshest local ingredients are enjoyed in a serene, nature-inspired setting.
Artist and Curator Talk | D53
Artist Kristín Helga Ríkharðsdóttir and curator Þorsteinn Freyr Fjölnisson in conversation about the D53 exhibition.
Thirteen Footsteps in the Snow: The Story of Iceland’s Yule Lads
Christmas in Iceland arrives one visitor at a time, as thirteen mischievous Yule Lads step down from the mountains and into the heart of winter stories.
Enjoy Reykjavík on a Budget
Explore Reykjavík on a budget with tips on free attractions, cheap eats, public transport, and the City Card. Discover how to save while enjoying Iceland’s capital.
MUSEUM NIGHT 2026
Museum Night will be held on Friday, February 6, 2026, where guests are invited to visit museums and exhibitions throughout the capital area that will be open until late into the evening.
MUSEUM NIGHT 2026
Museum Night will be held on Friday, February 6, 2026, where guests are invited to visit museums and exhibitions throughout the capital area that will be open until late into the evening.
Mark Christmas's end with bonfires in Reykavík
Get a taste of the celebrations, and perhaps catch a glimpse of the elves at a Þrettándabrenna bonfire.
Six unique pools in Reykjavík
Iceland’s undisputed capital of geothermal bathing, Reykjavík is home to 18 swimming pools. Discover six of the most unique.