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Reykjavík (/ ˈ r eɪ k j ə v ɪ k,-v iː k / RAYK-yə-vik, -veek; Icelandic: [ˈreiːcaˌviːk] ⓘ) is the capital and largest city of Iceland. It is located in southwestern Iceland, on the southern shore of Faxaflói bay. Its latitude is 64°08′ N, making it the world's northernmost capital of a sovereign state.
- Try The Local Cuisine in Reykjavik
- Visit The Harpa Concert Hall and Old Harbor
- Immerse Yourself in Icelandic Art and Culture
- Explore The Public Gardens and Parks
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Reykjavik has some genuinely outstanding local and international cuisine. Why not make one of your activities in Reykjavik exploring some of the best restaurants in Reykjavik? Icelandic food culturefocuses heavily on seafood and lamb. You can never go wrong by ordering the fish of the day in one of Reykjavik's restaurants. You can find some fantast...
Harpa Concert and Conference Hallis an impressive glass building near the old harbor of Reykjavik. It's worth visiting this iconic building for its architecture alone, as you'll be able to admire it both from the outside and inside and get some great pictures. Be sure to check out what's happening in the Harpa Concert Hallduring your stay in Reykja...
It's not just in Harpa and the local live performances that you can find Reykjavik's art scene. Take your pick of museums, galleries, outdoor sculptures, and street art, which are all widely available. The sculpture, Sun Voyager(pictured above), is a popular attraction nestled along the seaside. It's close to Harpa Concert Hall and has a fantastic ...
Photo from Wikimedia, Creative Commons, by Szilas. There are some green areas and parks in Reykjavikthat are worth a visit. While most people know of the natural sites outside the city, these parks are an excellent example of lesser-known Reykjavik tourist attractions. Public gardens in the city include Hallargardur and Hljomskalagardur, by lake Tj...
Discover the best things to do in Reykjavik, the northernmost capital city in the world. Explore its vibrant culture, nature, and nightlife, from geothermal pools to museums to street art.
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Discover Reykjavík, a city surrounded by nature and full of culture, activities and attractions. Find out what to see and do, where to stay and eat, and how to plan your trip with the Reykjavík City Card.
- Hallgrímskirkja. Both a parish church and Iceland’s national sanctuary, Hallgrímskirkja is an ever-present feature of Reykjavík’s skyline. Conceived in the early-1940s by Guðjón Samúelsson, the church was 41 years in the making and was finally consecrated in 1986.
- National Museum of Iceland. To get up to speed on Iceland’s 1,200 years of human history there’s only one place to go. The National Museum of Iceland has a collection assembled since 1863 and moved to its current, rather nondescript building in 1950.
- Harpa. A dazzling modern landmark for Reykjavík, Harpa is the concert hall and conference centre on the water at the Old Harbour. The project was started in 2007 and completed in 2011 after a delay caused by the financial crisis.
- Árbæjarsafn. Reykjavík wouldn’t be a Nordic capital if it didn’t have a Skansen-style open-air museum shedding light on the customs, work and home life of previous generations.
May 15, 2024 · Last updated on May. 15, 2024. Reykjavik is a vibrant capital city filled with things to do that range from the usual suspects (like the National Museum of Iceland) to more uncommon attractions...
Discover the world's most northerly capital with its colorful buildings, creative people, eye-popping design and wild nightlife. Find the best attractions, neighborhoods, day trips, planning tools and articles from Lonely Planet experts.
Discover the history, culture and nature of Iceland's vibrant capital with this comprehensive guide. Find out the best ways to explore Reykjavík's iconic sites, from walking tours to helicopter flights, and get tips on where to go and what to see.
