Host's Guidebook for Reykjavík and South of Iceland.
Sightseeing
The seaside 5 min walk
Iconic beautiful sculpture by the sea. Not a viking ship.
Mt. Esja in the background
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Sólfarið
Iconic beautiful sculpture by the sea. Not a viking ship.
Mt. Esja in the background
Perlan
Museum of Natural Wonders. . Terrasse Reykjavik view. Cafè. Ice cream shop.
Hljómskálagarður
Lovely garden by the Reykjavík Pond.
A view over the city. Elevator to the top.
Don´t miss this. 1000 isk. for adults. 10 USD.
The lovely church itself is open for guests. See opening hours on their site. The view from the tower is amazing. You will see and hear the big bells. A new elevator. Large organ.
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Hallgrímskirkja
A view over the city. Elevator to the top.
Don´t miss this. 1000 isk. for adults. 10 USD.
The lovely church itself is open for guests. See opening hours on their site. The view from the tower is amazing. You will see and hear the big bells. A new elevator. Large organ.
Tjörnin
Lovely pond. Birds. Ducks and Swans.
If you have some time & a car, it's nice to go here to watch the sunset . The best place for Northern Lights.
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Grótta Island Lighthouse
If you have some time & a car, it's nice to go here to watch the sunset . The best place for Northern Lights.
Locals gather here on big national occations. On the National Holiday which is June 17th and on Culture Night in August. The statue of Ingolfur Arnarsson, the viking who named Reykjavik and , found" Iceland.
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Arnarhóll
ArnarhóllLocals gather here on big national occations. On the National Holiday which is June 17th and on Culture Night in August. The statue of Ingolfur Arnarsson, the viking who named Reykjavik and , found" Iceland.
Hike for a great view of Reykjavìk. Much easier than Mt. Esja. 30 min to get to the top. Sightseeing terrasse. Highly recommended.
Úlfarsfell, 113, Ísland
Hike for a great view of Reykjavìk. Much easier than Mt. Esja. 30 min to get to the top. Sightseeing terrasse. Highly recommended.
Highly recommended !
Awesome service . Weather counts big . If they are not booked, if the weather is nice and you can afford it. Check their website.
Helo - Helicopter Service of Iceland
Highly recommended !
Awesome service . Weather counts big . If they are not booked, if the weather is nice and you can afford it. Check their website.
Highly recommended day trip!
Two and a half hours (if non stop) drive from Reykjavik. Leave early to avoid traffic. A new shopping center, restaurant and information center.
Reynisdrangar and Dyrholaey. The Black Beach.
Don't go too close to the sea! The waves are stronger than they may appear.
A perfect day trip from Reykjavik.
Close to Vik they have Zipline. Lots of fun.
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Vik
Highly recommended day trip!
Two and a half hours (if non stop) drive from Reykjavik. Leave early to avoid traffic. A new shopping center, restaurant and information center.
Reynisdrangar and Dyrholaey. The Black Beach.
Don't go too close to the sea! The waves are stronger than they may appear.
A perfect day trip from Reykjavik.
Close to Vik they have Zipline. Lots of fun.
Village in the South of Iceland. A river runs through the village. Food Hall
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Selfoss Centre - Miðbær Selfoss
1 EyravegurVillage in the South of Iceland. A river runs through the village. Food Hall
Next stop from Reykjavik ringroad. ...should you head south first. Village. Reykjadalur hike. Nice food hall and a public outdoor swimming pool.
Hveragerdi
Next stop from Reykjavik ringroad. ...should you head south first. Village. Reykjadalur hike. Nice food hall and a public outdoor swimming pool.
Inside the Volcano - Meeting Point
Blafjallavegur 1Extremely popular. Remember to book
Thríhnúkagígur Volcano
😍
Not to me missed. The black beach . The Atlantic ocean hitting the black beach
Be careful there.
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Reynisfjararströnd
Not to me missed. The black beach . The Atlantic ocean hitting the black beach
Be careful there.
Seljalandsfoss
Þórsmerkurvegur💙Waterfall. South of Iceland.
Skógafoss
Gönguleið um Fimmvörðuháls💙. This stunning waterfall can be seen from the road.
Spectacular view over Reykjavik. Coffee shop. Newly renovated. Elevator. A museum.
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Perlan
Spectacular view over Reykjavik. Coffee shop. Newly renovated. Elevator. A museum.
Arts & Culture
The most unforgettable visit . The best you can do should the weather be unfavorable. Guidace through headphones.
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Hvalir Íslands
The most unforgettable visit . The best you can do should the weather be unfavorable. Guidace through headphones.
5 star museum different from all others In city central. See their website. The travels of our anchestors.
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The Settlement Exhibition
16 Aðalstræti 5 star museum different from all others In city central. See their website. The travels of our anchestors.
Renovated museum in the University area. A cafe and a souvenir shop. Highly recommended.
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National Museum of Iceland
41 Suðurgata Renovated museum in the University area. A cafe and a souvenir shop. Highly recommended.
Árbær Open Air Museum
KistuhylurHistory. Here you get a glimpse of old Reykjavík.
A stunning building inside and out. Harbor area.
Often lit with colors in the evening.
Iconic.
High class restaurant, a cafe and souvenir shops.
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Harpa station
KalkofnsvegurA stunning building inside and out. Harbor area.
Often lit with colors in the evening.
Iconic.
High class restaurant, a cafe and souvenir shops.
The Heart of Old Reykjavík. History. Statue of Jón Sigurdsson (The leader in Iceland's journey to independence) .The National Holiday of Iceland is 17th of June, his date of birth.
House of Parliament is by Austurvöllur. Outdoor cafes and restaurants. A big Christmas tree from early December.
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Austurvöllur
101 PósthússtrætiThe Heart of Old Reykjavík. History. Statue of Jón Sigurdsson (The leader in Iceland's journey to independence) .The National Holiday of Iceland is 17th of June, his date of birth.
House of Parliament is by Austurvöllur. Outdoor cafes and restaurants. A big Christmas tree from early December.
On the Golden Circle . Culture and nature. Snorkeling in Silfra maybe.
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Þingvellir þjóðgarður
On the Golden Circle . Culture and nature. Snorkeling in Silfra maybe.
Einar Jónsson Museum
51 NjarðargataBeautiful museum next to Hallgríms church. Lovely garden too.
Parliament House (Althingishus)
KirkjutorgIn city center. City Hall very close by
Reykjavik City Hall
City Hall . The Reykjavík Pond
Stöng - Ruins of a Real Viking Settlement Manor and the Reconstructed Saga-Age Farm in Iceland
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Þjóðveldisbærinn Stöng
ÞjóðveldisbærinnStöng - Ruins of a Real Viking Settlement Manor and the Reconstructed Saga-Age Farm in Iceland
GROCERIES AND ESSENTIALS
GROCERIES IN CITY CENTER.
The nearest grocery store. Not cheap. Kronan or Bonus have much better price.
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Krambúð
42 SkólavörðustígurGROCERIES IN CITY CENTER.
The nearest grocery store. Not cheap. Kronan or Bonus have much better price.
GROCERIES IN CITY CENTER.
Laugavegur Grocery Store.
NOTE: No need to buy water in Iceland. Tap water is the best . Fill your bottles and save.
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Bónus
GROCERIES IN CITY CENTER.
Laugavegur Grocery Store.
NOTE: No need to buy water in Iceland. Tap water is the best . Fill your bottles and save.
Beer and wine only in special stores in Iceland. Another one in city center.
Plenty of parking here. Duty free a better option.
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Vínbúðin
5 SkeifanBeer and wine only in special stores in Iceland. Another one in city center.
Plenty of parking here. Duty free a better option.
Krónan
BíldshöfðiER in case of emergency or sickness.
Call 1717 before to get a talk to an English speaking nurse for a guidance.
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National Hospital & Emergency Room Fossvogur
6 ÁlandER in case of emergency or sickness.
Call 1717 before to get a talk to an English speaking nurse for a guidance.
Duty Free
Good idea if you want liquer
Krónan
Nearest grocery store 10 min walk .
Much better price than Krambuðin in front of the church.
Getting Around
Maybe a flight to Akureyri, The Westman Islands .
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Reykjavik Domestic Airport station
Maybe a flight to Akureyri, The Westman Islands .
BSI Reykjavik station
City central. Central Bus Stop Station .
Food scene
Hosts favorite places.All rank high among guests.
Many more on Trip Advisor.$
Amazing food. Cozy atmosphere. Highly recommended. Traditional Icelandic food. The best seafood soup. Despite the name this is rather a restaurant. A bar in the evening. Good service and a fair price.
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Íslenski barinn
1a IngólfsstrætiAmazing food. Cozy atmosphere. Highly recommended. Traditional Icelandic food. The best seafood soup. Despite the name this is rather a restaurant. A bar in the evening. Good service and a fair price.
Brauð & Co.
16 FrakkastígurThe coolest bakery. Very popular.
Delicious sourdough pizzas. Quick takeaway service. City center 10 min. walk. Only 20 min. waiting inside.
Napoli
Delicious sourdough pizzas. Quick takeaway service. City center 10 min. walk. Only 20 min. waiting inside.
ROK
26a Frakkastígur See Tripadvisor for reviews. Cool interiors. $$
Kol Restaurant
40 SkólavörðustígurGreat place. Cool design. Seafood.See tripadvisor. $$$
YoYo
3 EgilsgataForettabarinn
14 NýlendugataTop place. Guests can't get enough of this place.
Great restaurant . $$
Depends on the time of day. See Tripadvisor.
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Hilton Reykjavik Nordica
2 SuðurlandsbrautGreat restaurant . $$
Depends on the time of day. See Tripadvisor.
Mama Reykjavik
No 2 on Tripadvisor.
Reykjavik Kitchen
8 RauðarárstígurPopular restaurant.
Forn-Ísland
One of the most popular. See Tripadvisor. Traditional food.
Reykjavik Fish
A nearby restaurant. Great reviews.
Cool Food Hall with designer shops. In Hveragerði. Bongo Italian ice cream.
The Greenhouse Hotel / Gróðurhúsið
Cool Food Hall with designer shops. In Hveragerði. Bongo Italian ice cream.
Delicious Italian and Icelandic ice cream. They have sugar free too. Placed inside the Green house. Designer place.
Bongó
Delicious Italian and Icelandic ice cream. They have sugar free too. Placed inside the Green house. Designer place.
CLUBS and BARS. (many are open until very late esp. weekends).
Highly recommended for groups wanting fun at weekends. Outside and inside by the harbor. Popular. Beer collection. Music.
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Bryggjan Brugghús
8 GrandagarðurHighly recommended for groups wanting fun at weekends. Outside and inside by the harbor. Popular. Beer collection. Music.
Pablo Discobar
Should one want to dance the night away.
Terrasse bar with a view and eatery. Highly recommended. You must be 20yrs old to enter.
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Petersen svítan
Terrasse bar with a view and eatery. Highly recommended. You must be 20yrs old to enter.
Lebowski Bar
Sports bar and more on Laugavegur street.
Eiriksson Brasserie
77 Laugavegur Seen in Wallpaper magazine. Laugavegur street.
In the city center. You wil forget you are in Iceland and feel like in England. Music and sports.
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The English Pub
12 AusturstrætiIn the city center. You wil forget you are in Iceland and feel like in England. Music and sports.
Geiri Smart
30 HverfisgataBoth a cool design restaurant and a bar.
American Bar
8 AusturstrætiPopular downtown bar. City center.
The Irishman Pub
. Popular place.
Health and fun.
Sky Lagoon
44-48 VesturvörJust an amazing new place. Needs to be booked in advance.
The Retreat at Blue Lagoon Iceland
NorðurljósavegurMost guests want to visit.
The biggest public pool of Reykjavik. Many tubs . Baby pool. Waterslide.
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Laugardalslaug
105 SundlaugavegurThe biggest public pool of Reykjavik. Many tubs . Baby pool. Waterslide.
Outdoor and indoor pools. Hot and cold tubs, steambaths. Great relaxation inbetween exploring.
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Sundhöllin
45a BarónsstígurOutdoor and indoor pools. Hot and cold tubs, steambaths. Great relaxation inbetween exploring.
Laugarvatn Fontana
LaugarbrautOn the Golden Circle. Restaurant too.
Laugar Spa
30a SundlaugavegiSPA
Zipline Iceland
1 RánarbrautFun in Vìk
Laxnes Horse Farm
Really nice😊👍
Ishestar Horse Riding Centre
26 SörlaskeiðReally nice too😊👍👍
Golfklúbbur Reykjavíkur
Golf 🏌♂️🏌
Korpúlfsstaðavöllur
Golf 🏌♀️🏌
Langjokull Snowmobile Tour
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