Reykjavik

The Capital city of Iceland, Reykjavik, is the perfect place if you want to have the ability to stay in one location, take trips out to see parts of the country, and then come back to check out some of the amazing restaurants and bars in the evening.

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A word from our travel specialist

Reykjavík may be one of the world’s smallest capitals, but it packs a serious punch. Between its colourful rooftops and dramatic volcanic backdrops, you’ll find a city buzzing with creativity, from street art and live music to geothermal spas and cutting-edge Nordic cuisine.

Start your day with a dip in the iconic Blue Lagoon, wander past the striking silhouette of Hallgrímskirkja, and end it with fresh seafood and craft cocktails as the Northern Lights flicker overhead. It’s a place where glaciers and galleries go hand in hand, and where Arctic wild meets urban cool.

Lucy
Nordic Experience Curator
Iceland.is

Reykjavik, Designed Around You

Reykjavik is the capital of Iceland and perhaps where most of the action happens when it comes to hustle and bustle of restaurants, bars, cafes, and concert venues.

Despite being a small city there is plenty to keep you occupied – whether you might be opting to stay based there and travel out to see the sights or if you want to spend a couple of nights immersed in the city’s cultures before heading more off the beaten track.

The Guidebook

Explore Reykjavik

Despite feeling quite small there is a lot to discover in Reykjavik whether it is visiting the incredible architecture of the Harpa events centre (and perhaps catching a performance there), or Hallgrímskirkja

The city offers a wealth of fascinating places to eat and also has a huge choice of vegan restaurants too – then there are the cafes, bars, record shops, and music venues – there is always some music being performed somewhere here!

If you are aiming for a more relaxing city escape then you can discover the brand new Sky Lagoon or head to the local pools dotted around the city for a more authentic experience.

Getting There

There are many flights to and from Iceland all year round. International flights arrive at Keflavík International Airport, just to the south of the city. There are no railways in Iceland but the city centre does have bus services as well as taxis – it takes about forty minutes to travel from the airport to the city.

Climate

Despite its name, Iceland is not necessarily that cold. Winter temperatures are an average of 3.6°C, and summer temperatures average around 15°C. In the summertime, you can enjoy long, extended hours of sunshine and in the wintertime, the nights can get dark enough for you to see the Northern Lights as long as you are away from light pollution!

Geography

Iceland is world-famous for its geology and geography. With huge mountain ranges and an active geothermal country with many geysers, hot springs and volcanic formations to be found – it is a breath-taking landscape for those after an adventure.

Iceland offers some of the best waterfalls in Europe, such as the Dettifoss regarded as the most powerful waterfall in the whole of Europe.

With a latitude of 64° north, Reykjavik offers a perfect base from which to embark on a Northern Lights adventure.

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