Reykjavik, Iceland - Travel Guide

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Updated: 2026-09-28

Reykjavik, the capital of Iceland, is a vibrant cosmopolitan city surrounded by dramatic volcanic landscapes, offering a unique blend of Scandinavian culture and a bohemian atmosphere. Visit to experience the magic of the North, embark on wild nature excursions, and enjoy a lively nightlife.

Top things to do in Reykjavik

Things to do in Reykjavik include Hallgrímskirkja, Reykjavik Old Harbour, Thingvellir National Park. Here are 15 places worth knowing, with a short note on each.

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A sample 3-day itinerary for Reykjavik

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Day 1

Stops
7
  1. 1
    Whale WatchingOld Harbour
    350 m
  2. 2
    Reykjavik Art MuseumMuseum
    600 m (🚶 10 min)
  3. 3
    Reykjavik Maritime MuseumMaritime museum
    3.9 km (🚶 54 min / 🚌 22 min)
  4. 4
    Grótta Island LighthouseNature reserve · Seltjarnarnes
    5.9 km
  5. 5
    Höfði HouseHlíðar
    1.2 km
  6. 6
    Harpa Concert Hall and Conference CentreConcert hall · Miðborg
    600 m (🚶 9 min)
  7. 7
    Reykjavík 871±2Museum
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Day 2

Stops
9
Walking
1h 4m
  1. 1
    Einar Jónsson MuseumArt museum · Þingholt
    650 m (🚶 10 min)
  2. 2
    The Culture HouseMuseum · Miðborg
    450 m (🚶 6 min)
  3. 3
    Sun VoyagerStatue · Miðborg
    750 m (🚶 11 min)
  4. 4
    Reykjavik City HallCity hall · Miðborg
    550 m (🚶 8 min)
  5. 5
    National Gallery of IcelandNational museum · Miðborg
    100 m (🚶 2 min)
  6. 6
    Tjörnin (The Pond)Lake · Miðborg
    600 m (🚶 10 min)
  7. 7
    HallgrímskirkjaChurch · Miðborg
    900 m (🚶 13 min)
  8. 8
    AusturvöllurSquare
    250 m (🚶 4 min)
  9. 9
    Phallological MuseumMuseum · Hlemmur
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Day 3

Stops
3
Walking
12 min
  1. 1
    Perlan
    300 m (🚶 6 min)
  2. 2
    Nautholsvik Geothermal BeachNeighbourhood · Öskjuhlíð
    350 m (🚶 6 min)
  3. 3
    Saga MuseumMuseum
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Frequently asked questions

What are the top things to do in Reykjavik?

Hallgrímskirkja, Reykjavik Old Harbour, Thingvellir National Park, Geysir Geothermal Area, Gullfoss Waterfall, Perlan and 9 more. Hallgrímskirkja: An iconic church with unique architecture and an observation tower offering panoramic city views.

What can you do in 3 days in Reykjavik?

Day 1: Whale Watching, Reykjavik Art Museum, Reykjavik Maritime Museum, Grótta Island Lighthouse. Day 2: Einar Jónsson Museum, The Culture House, Sun Voyager, Reykjavik City Hall. Day 3: Perlan, Nautholsvik Geothermal Beach, Saga Museum.

Which areas should you explore in Reykjavik?

The itinerary for Reykjavik runs through Old Harbour, Seltjarnarnes, Hlíðar, Miðborg, Þingholt and Hlemmur.

Which museums are worth visiting in Reykjavik?

Museums worth visiting in Reykjavik: Saga Museum, National Museum of Iceland (Miðborg), Reykjavik Art Museum, Reykjavik Maritime Museum, Reykjavík 871±2 and Einar Jónsson Museum (Þingholt).

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