About Reykjavík
Reykjavík is the capital of Iceland, home to around 118,918 people.
Best time
May–June & September–October for mild weather and thinner crowds
Weather
Temperate, with warm summers and cool winters
Experiences
Things to do in Reykjavík
1
Hallgrimskirkja Church and tower
2
Harpa Concert Hall
3
Sun Voyager sculpture
4
Blue Lagoon or Sky Lagoon
5
Golden Circle day trip
6
Reykjavik harbour and old town
7
Perlan observation deck
8
Northern Lights tour (seasonal)
Budget travel
Free things to do in Reykjavík
Hallgrimskirkja Church and tower
Reykjavik harbour and old town
Reykjavík Cathedral
Mostly free or pay-what-you-like — always double-check opening times and any seasonal fees before you go.
Plan your trip
Suggested itinerary
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit Hallgrimskirkja Church and tower
- Visit Harpa Concert Hall
- Visit Sun Voyager sculpture
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit Blue Lagoon or Sky Lagoon
- Visit Golden Circle day trip
- Visit Reykjavik harbour and old town
- 3
Day 3
More highlights
- Visit Perlan observation deck
- Visit Northern Lights tour (seasonal)
Where to eat
Local favourites
- $
Bæjarins Beztu Pylsur
Hot dogs · The city's legendary hot-dog stand
- $$
Messinn
Seafood · Pan-fried fish in cast-iron — locals' pick
- $
Café Loki
Icelandic · Rye bread ice cream opposite Hallgrímskirkja
Where to stay
Tourist favourites & top-rated
- $$$
Ion City Hotel
Downtown · Design hotel by the creators of Ion Adventure
- $$$
Canopy by Hilton Reykjavik
City Centre · Top-rated modern hotel
- $$$
Hotel Borg
Austurvöllur · Art Deco landmark on the main square
Nightlife
- Den Danske Kro
- The English Pub
- Ölstofa Kormáks og Skjaldar
- Kíkí
- b5
- Dillon Rock Bar
Museums & culture
- Reykjavík Cathedral
In pictures
Reykjavík gallery
Keep exploring
