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Welcome to Reykjavík! - a city to recharge, restore and refuel. It's a city surrounded by incredible nature - but at the same time, a city full of life, beaming with creativity.
A weekend in Reykjavík: Things to do and see. See all sights. Go hiking in beautiful Úlfarsfell. revealing. the city's secrets. Discover less visited and hidden treasure in the charming. 5 municipalities of Reykjavik City area. Visit City Areas.
It is always a good time to visit Reykjavík. If you're feeling adventurous you can easily action-pack your stay in Reykjavík. From boat tours, hiking, skiing, and helicopters, to theatres, golfing, horse riding, and music venues.
The City Areas. The Reykjavík Capital Area is the country's largest and most populated city and is currently home to 245.000 people (Sept 2022), that's two-thirds of the entire Icelandic population! Not many foreign travellers know that 6 different municipalities combine the capital area.
Despite the capital area’s relatively petite size, Reykjavík is a city which is recognized for its devotion to the arts and culture. Visitors will find themselves with a plethora of choices, including more than 60 museums, exhibition spaces and galleries on almost every corner.
Reykjavík is Iceland’s charming and vibrant capital that’s brimming with artefacts, historical buildings, and fun activities that give you deeper insight into the country’s culture, history, nature, and language. While some of what the city has to offer is obvious, there are plenty of things in Reykjavík that are hidden in plain sight.
Where to stay in Reykjavík. There are plenty of hotels in Reykjavík to make your stay as comfortable as possible. Whether you like staying in the city center or a little bit on the outskirts, you can find accommodation to your liking.
These museums provide insight into Iceland's unique way of life, its rich artistic heritage, and its stunning natural landscapes. Art lovers can enjoy numerous galleries, while history enthusiasts can delve into the city’s past through specialized museums.
The Reykjavík City Card offers free entry to a great selection of museums and galleries, all swimming pools in Reykjavík, and free unlimited travel by bus within the Reykjavik Capital Area (it does not include the bus nr. 55 to the airport as that leaves the Capital).
Reykjavík has so many great restaurants & bars to choose from. From fast food to fine dining you will not be able to resist grabbing a hot dog or an elegant fish dish, or tasting one of our many delicious Icelandic brewed beers!
