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Reykjavík Green Belt
Just beyond Reykjavík’s city limits, nature takes over. Lava fields, mountains and wide-open wilderness form the capital’s vast green escape.
Seltún & Krýsuvík
You don’t need to travel far from the city centre to witness the otherworldly spectacle of geothermal activity.
Heiðmörk
Get ready for the diverse landscapes and unbelievable lava formations of Heiðmörk Nature Reserve. Enjoy hiking, fishing or horseback riding, walk among the 26 species of trees and spot some of the 60 species of wild birds. Watch the northern lights away from the city lights. You can experience the diversity of Icelandic nature all within the capital.
Elliðaárdalur Valley
Elliðaárdalur is an urban oasis: a lush, green valley where salmon leap in the river, waterfalls tumble through lava rock, and walking trails wind through woodlands.
How to be your best travel self: A guide by Reykjavík
Full of nature, happy people, and famous for its relaxed lifestyle, clean area, and delicious water, Reykjavík is a place where you can be your best travel self.
Garðabær
Bordering Kópavogur and the ocean, Garðabær offers a calm, scenic retreat with rich history, diverse birdlife and outdoor charm.
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.
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.
Top Free Things To Do In Reykjavík
Reykjavík can easily be enjoyed on a budget. However, it's worth mentioning that the best bang-for-the-buck is the Reykjavík City Card, which offers free access to all major museums, swimming pools and art galleries in the city. Read more about it HERE.
Reykjavík after Dark
Whether you visit Reykjavík in the summer when you can bathe in the midnight sun or in the midst of the darkest winter when the Northern Lights illuminates the sky, Reykjavík truly is the city that never sleeps. The city is colorful and lively yet peaceful and calm, so every explorer is sure to find activities that suit their state of mind.