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Reykjavík UNESCO City of Literature
Reykjavík has been designated a UNESCO City of Literature and is the first non-native English speaking city to receive this prestigious title. Reykjavík is the fifth city in the world to receive the title and joins other UNESCO Cities of Literature including; Edinburgh, Melbourne, Iowa City and Dublin.
Reykjavík Open
The Reykjavik Open is an annual chess tournament held in Reykjavik
International Festival of Children’s Literature
Next in 2023 The International Festival of Children’s Literature: In the Moorland is a children’s and youth literature festival held biennially.
Shopping
For a relatively small city, Reykjavík is a shopper’s paradise. There is literally something for everyone, charming little street boutiques, beautiful local and international design stores or large shopping malls with a great variety of stores.
Reykjavík Arts Festival
The Reykjavik Arts Festival is a biennial multidisciplinary festival with a special focus on new commissions and the creative intersection of the arts.
Reykjavík International Literary Festival
This biannual festival has been held since 1985 and is one of the most important literary festivals in Europe. Meet authors, attend readings and seminars or dance with your favourite author at the Literary Ball!
Top ten things to do in Reykjavík in summer
If you’re in Reykjavík in the summer months, be prepared for an extraordinary energy boost that only comes with being in a city where night-time never falls. Read the article for our favourite summertime activities.
Electricity, Weights & Measures
When it comes to beer and petrol it's definitely worth knowing your weights and measures!
Investing in Reykjavík
The City of Reykjavík’s Department of Economic Development promotes the city as a business location and assists local and international companies considering locating or expanding to reach their business objectives, as well as develop new and interesting economic areas in the city of Reykjavík.
Reunite in Reykjavík
Reunite in Reykjavík