Activities
Reykjavík
Reykjavík may be one of the smallest capital cities in Europe, but it still packs a powerful cultural punch and without a doubt, Reykjavík boasts endless opportunities for fun and adventure. The city is so much more than just a destination – it is a place of exciting possibilities surrounded by breathtaking landscapes. Here you […]
The Settlement Exhibition
Step into the Viking Age. In 2001 archaeological reviews were excavated in Aðalstræti, which turned out to be the oldest relics of human habitation in Reykjavík, with some of the fragments found dating to before 871 AD. As part of the exhibition, the construction of Viking Age buildings is explained using multimedia technology and enhanced […]
Hallgrímskirkja church
Hallgrímskirkja is one of Reykjavík’s most notable landmarks. The 74.5-meter tower offers one of the best views of Reykjavík area. Hallgrímskirkja was designed by architect Gudjon Samuelsson in 1937 and construction began in 1945. Construction took about 40 years, not being completed until 1986, although the tower itself was completed much, much earlier. The church […]
Höfði
Höfði House, built in 1909, is one of the most beautiful and historically significant buildings in the Reykjavík area. It’s best known as the location for the 1986 summit meeting of presidents Ronald Reagan and Mikhail Gorbatsjov, a historical event that effectively marked the end of the Cold War. During this meeting images of the […]
Perlan
Perlan is one of Reykjavík’s most notable landmarks. Perlan was built on top of six hot water tanks, each of which holds over 4 million liters of hot water. Perlan opened in 1991 and features The Glaciers and Ice Cave Exhibition Wonders of Iceland, a cafeteria, restaurant, and an observation deck. Wonders of Iceland provides […]
Viðey Island
Viðey Island, where art, history, and nature lie just beyond the city shore. This island has a unique place in Icelandic history, from panoramic views, nesting birds to Yoko Ono’s famous Imagine Peace Tower, you’ll discover unspoiled nature only a few minutes away from the city by boat. Birds life abounds on the island, outstanding […]
Swimming pools
The first concrete swimming pool was constructed in Laugardalur in 1908, where hot water from nearby springs was pumped into the pool along with cold water from the Gvendarbrunnar wells. Today there are 17 public swimming pools in Reykjavík area of various sizes and types. Visiting the pools is a popular pastime so guests are […]
Reykjavík Maritime Museum
A harbor museum exploring Iceland’s dramatic relationship with the sea. The survival of a nation depended on generations of brave fishermen heading into the unknown. Over the centuries, methods of catching and working with fish transformed into a science that helped create a modern nation. Exhibitions and artifacts bring our ocean history to life, from […]
