What to see in Reykjavik, the delights of the Iceland capital

The capital of Iceland is a very popular place with many clubs, as well as many museums and art galleries. It also offers breathtaking and thought-provoking nature, the perfect place to watch the Northern Lights. Reykjavik will surprise you with its colors, its spirit, and also its cuisine. In the meantime, do not waste time and find out what to see in Iceland.
An indispensable assistant for tourists in Iceland is the online car booking service. At Reykjavik Airport (Keflavik), the average cost of renting a compact car will be around 18 euros per day, and in Reykjavik it will be 20 euros per day.

Reykjavik Art Museum
This is a very interesting museum that develops within three different frameworks: Hafnarhsi, Kjarvalsstair and smundarsafn. The first is a former warehouse that has been converted into an exhibition space. Among the elements that can be admired are paintings that belong to the comics of the artist Gudmundur Gudmundsson. The second space is the square and wooden "scenography" of paintings by Johannes Kjarval. Some temporary installations complete the collection. Last but not least, you can admire the works of terracotta or wood, covering a variety of topics: from physics to folklore.

Hallgrimskirkja
We are talking about one of the most charming churches in Iceland. This huge structure at 74 meters is also the tallest building in Iceland and stands out for its architecture inspired by the basalt columns typical of this land of "fire and ice". The interior is sober and the most eye-catching element is the large organ. It's worth taking the elevator to the top for a fantastic view of the city. The church is named after the poet and pastor Hallgrímur Pétursson. In front of the religious building, you will find a statue of Leif Eriksson, who discovered North America almost 500 years before Christopher Columbus.

Harpa
Located on the seafront, between the Old Port and the Solar Traveler sculpture, Harpa stands out with its imposing façade formed by a network of glass hexagons. This beautifully acoustic building is the city's concert and conference center and one of Reykjavik's symbols. The complex was designed by Danish studio Henning Larsen Architects in collaboration with Olafur Eliasson artist. In the opening concert on May 4, 2011, the Icelandic Symphony Orchestra performed under the baton of Vladimir Ashkenazy with the Icelandic pianist Vikingur Olafsson.

Solar Traveler
This sculpture was built to commemorate the 200th anniversary of the city and is located at the end of a beautiful walk from Old Port, on the seashore. Made of steel, it represents the wreck of a Viking ship and symbolizes a journey to the sun, hope and eternity, and is also a great place to relax by the Atlantic Ocean against the backdrop of snow-capped mountains.

Perlan
At the top of Eskjuhlid hill in Reykjavík, you will visit Perlan Museum with its famous glass dome. Not only that, the sight boasts one of the best viewpoints in the city, but it's also home to Iceland's largest nature exhibit. Feel the power of Icelandic earthquakes and volcanic eruptions, or walk through a 100-meter man-made ice cave. Another exciting moment is watching Northern Lights.National Museum of IcelandHere you can discover the history of Iceland from 800 AD to the present day through a permanent collection that includes various themes: lifestyle, work, housing, crafts, language and social life. In the museum, you can admire the photographic department and the multimedia exhibition. Get ready to travel through 2,000 objects on a themed path, starting with Viking ships and arriving at a modern airport. Among the gems of the collection is a bronze figurine dating back to the 1000 year.

Village Exhibition
This is an exhibition based on archaeological excavations of the ruins of one of the first residential buildings in Iceland and artifacts found in the city center. The focus of the exhibition is the remains of a room that was inhabited thousands of years ago. To the north there are remains of ancient walls. Also on display are items from the Viking Age found in the center of Reykjavik and on Videy island.

Laugavegur
Laugavegur is Reykjavik's main shopping street, famous for its boutiques, restaurants and bars. Its name roughly translates to "Water Road", as the women brought their laundry from here to be washed in the hot pools. This road, stretching for 2 kilometers, is very busy on weekends. It also alternates between numerous bars and nightclubs.LaugardalswellurThis is the largest stadium in Iceland, where plays the national football team. It seats 10,000 spectators and its history begins in 1949. The overhaul began in 2005 and lasted two years. It also hosts events and concerts: a commemorative from Guns N'Roses in 2018.