The notebook of Reykjavík
See the coast under another light.
Compact capital of colourful houses, northern architecture, culture and geothermal pools facing the bay.
At your own pace
Identity summary
2 to 5 days
Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
Possible without car depending on area
City · Coast · Heritage
Good accessibility
Sweet rhythm
General presentation
Reykjavík
Compact capital of colourful houses, northern architecture, culture and geothermal pools facing the bay.
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For a stay of 2 to 5 days, a quiet rhythm works well. Also to be anticipated: variable influx depending on the season. The trip can be organised without a car if the drop point and local connections are selected in advance. The main sites are generally easy to access.
Strengths and constraints
Strengths
- Hallgrímskirkja
- Harpa
- national d'Islande Museum
Before you choose
- Variable frequency depending on season
- Parking to anticipate in the center
Places worth visiting
A selection to start dreaming and organizing the stay — not an exhaustive list of everything there is to see.
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Hallgrímskirkja
Hallgrímskirkja erected its concrete facade inspired by basaltic organs above the Reykjavík. The tower elevator opens a very legible panorama of the colorful roofs, bay and mountains.
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Harpa
Harpa The port light is captured in a glass façade with geometric motifs. You can freely cross your homes to observe the reflections, then extend the walk to the old port.
Museum
national d'Islande Museum
The National Museum connects the first settlements, medieval objects and contemporary society on a clear path. It gives a valuable historical base before discovering the saga and landscapes of the rest of the country.
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Perlan
Perlan It is occupied by ancient hot water reservoirs under a dome on the hill of Öskjuhlíð. Its exhibitions on glaciers and volcanoes, the reconstituted ice cave and the panoramic terrace make it an effective introduction to Iceland.
Practical tips
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