REYKJAVIK: A JOURNEY OF EXPERIENCE

It is the northernmost capital of the world and is considered one of the most futuristic on the planet. The icy weather combined with the warm heart of its inhabitants will make you fall in love with it from the first moment you find yourself. Its wonderful natural landscapes, its museums, its theaters, its galleries and its wonderful streets will fascinate you. It offers rich images to those who love nature and culture. You will be impressed by its wonderful cuisine and the kindness of its inhabitants.It is a journey of experience that you will remember for the rest of your life.Welcome to a land where the Vikings left their indelible mark.

Currency: Icelanding Krona

Calling Code: +354

Nearest airports from city center: Reykjavik Airport (2km),Keflavik Airport (49km).

TOP – 10 SIGHTSEEING

*** HALLGRIMSKIRKJA (Hallgrímstorg 1, 101 Reykjavík)

It is the city’s landmark building. It is an Evangelical-Lutheran Church and was opened in 1986. The stepped concrete facade is the epitome of modernism and architecture. It was named after the 17th century clergyman Hallgrímur Pétursson.

*** PERLAN (105 Reykjavík)

It houses a modern nature exhibition, a planetarium, a real esoteric ice cave, restaurant, cafe, ice cream shop and fun activities, experiencing the dynamics of volcanoes.

*** NATIONAL MUSEUM (Suðurgata 41, 102 Reykjavík)

The history of the country passes before your eyes. It was opened in 1863 and football fans will have the chance to see the UEFA Euro 2016 ball, with which Iceland’s national football team eliminated England.

*** THE EINAR JONSSON MUSEUM (Hallgrímstorg 3, Njarðargata 51, 101 Reykjavík)

One of the world’s leading sculptors, Einar Jónsson (1874-1954) donated all his works in the early 20th century so that Icelanders and foreign sculpture enthusiasts could see them.

*** BLUE LAGOON (Norðurljósavegur 9, 240 Grindavík)

Once you’re in Reykjavik, you should definitely make the 50-minute road trip to enjoy the geothermal spa in southwest Iceland.

*** THE SETTLEMENT EXHIBITION (Aðalstræti 16, 101 Reykjavík)

This is an exhibition that mainly concerns the excavation of the first houses and first objects of the city from antiquity.

*** AURORA – THE NORTHERN LIGHTS CENTER (Grandagarður 2, 101 Reykjavík)

In the interactive screens and photo booths you will have the opportunity to see the History behind the Northern Lights.

*** ARBAEJARSAFN (4, 110, Kistuhylur, Reykjavík)

In the open-air museum you will have the opportunity to see how Icelanders lived for many centuries.

***  WHALES OF ICELAND (Fiskislóð 23-25, 101 Reykjavík)

It is a natural history museum and you will be able to see over 20 different types of whales in life size.

*** NATIONAL GALLERY OF ICELAND ( Fríkirkjuvegur 7, 101 Reykjavík)

It contains exhibits from a collection of Icelandic art that showcase the country’s culture.

TΗINGS TO DO

*** The Icelandic Phallological Museum is worth a visit.

*** The Saga Museum is also very interesting.

*** A special point of the city is The Icelandic Punk Museum.

*** We would recommend taking a stroll through the Reykjavík Maritime Museum to learn about the country’s maritime history.

*** About 10 minutes by car is the much-photographed Grótta Island Lighthouse.

*** One of Reykjavík’s most famous landmarks is the Sun Voyager sculpture, which is a dream boat and an ode to the sun.

*** If you are an art lover, then visit Reykjavík Art Museum Ásmundarsafn, The Living Art Museum and Reykjavík Art Museum Hafnarhús.

FOOD AND DRINK

The cuisine of Reykjavik and by extension Iceland is unique and at the same time magical! Yes, it has restaurants with cuisines from all over the world, but we would recommend you to eat their traditional dishes. Several of them have yogurt as an ingredient or accompaniment. Try Hakarl (Fermented Shark), Svið (Sheep head), Puffin, Whale Minke, Pylsa (hot dog), Flatkaka med hangikjoti (sliced smoked lamb), horse meat, langoustine, cod, haddock, Hardfiskur (fish with butter!) , lamb meat soup (kjotsupa) and the awesome cheeses. Also try the Kleinur which is a twisted doughnut. For dessert, definitely get ice cream, while for drink drink Brennivin, which is a traditional Viking drink. It goes without saying that you can accompany your food with beer.

WHERE TO STAY

You can find several hotel or accommodation options for all budgets, both in the city center and a little outside the center.

FUN AND SHOPPING

*** It is a unique experience to watch the Geysers up close. Contact the tourist offices of the capital for directions to visit them.

*** Kringlan is an ideal place for your shopping.

*** Eiðistorg Shopping Mall is also a very good place to do your shopping

*** Laugavegur, Bankastræti and Skólavörðustígur are the shopping streets.

HOW TO GET AROUND

The most beautiful way to get around the city is on foot.

CITIES NEAR REYKJAVIK

Major cities close to Reykjavik are Kopavogur (6km), Hafnarfjörður (12km), Keflavik (49km), Akranes (49km), Grindavik (52km).

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