Guidebook for Reykjavík
Parks & Nature
Thingvellir was accepted on the World Heritage list for its cultural values in 2004 at World Heritage Committee meeting in China.
311 locals recommend
Thingvellir National Park
Thingvellir was accepted on the World Heritage list for its cultural values in 2004 at World Heritage Committee meeting in China.
Arts & Culture
Experience the magnificent Harpa from behind the scenes. On this guided tour you get access to areas that are usually only open to performers, stand in the footsteps of the stars where they prepare before going on stage – and yourself getting pictured standing on the grand stage of Harpa – Eldborg. The guide will share with you some of Harpa’s secrets, stories of odd incidents and the struggles during the economic crisis, as well as the dynamic atmosphere back stage during performances.
You will learn how Icelandic nature, volcanoes and the Arctic light inspired the unique architecture and the amazing glass facade of the house – and be able to photograph it from new intriguing angles. This will be a stimulating journey exploring the less visible brilliance of this rewarded architectural masterpiece.
120 locals recommend
Harpa station
KalkofnsvegurExperience the magnificent Harpa from behind the scenes. On this guided tour you get access to areas that are usually only open to performers, stand in the footsteps of the stars where they prepare before going on stage – and yourself getting pictured standing on the grand stage of Harpa – Eldborg. The guide will share with you some of Harpa’s secrets, stories of odd incidents and the struggles during the economic crisis, as well as the dynamic atmosphere back stage during performances.
You will learn how Icelandic nature, volcanoes and the Arctic light inspired the unique architecture and the amazing glass facade of the house – and be able to photograph it from new intriguing angles. This will be a stimulating journey exploring the less visible brilliance of this rewarded architectural masterpiece.
Shopping
The Handknitting association of Iceland was founded in november 1977 by hundreds of Icelanders mostly women who had supported their homes income by knitting pullovers, sweaters and other things from the very special wool from Icelandic sheep.
55 locals recommend
The Handknitting Association of Iceland
19 SkólavörðustígurThe Handknitting association of Iceland was founded in november 1977 by hundreds of Icelanders mostly women who had supported their homes income by knitting pullovers, sweaters and other things from the very special wool from Icelandic sheep.
Essentials
Bónus
Entertainment & Activities
Sambíóin Kringlunni
4 KringlanSightseeing
Grótta Island Lighthouse
Everything Else
Sundlaug Seltjarnarness
8 HrólfsskálavörOutdoor Swimming Pool.
Sauna
Hot tubs
Physical training