7 Days in Reykjavik: A Journey through Icelandic Wonders

Ivona Pilepic

16 Jan 2024

Embark on a thrilling adventure through Reykjavik, the vibrant capital of Iceland. Discover stunning art, iconic landmarks, and immerse yourself in the unique culture of this enchanting city. Join us as we explore the best of Reykjavik in 7 unforgettable days.

Trip to Reykjavik

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Unveiling Art and Architectural Marvels

$162

$ 17

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$54

4 - 6 min

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Built in 1909, the home of Icelandic poet Einar Benediktsson also hosted an iconic political summit.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

7 - 9 min

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Museum with modern paintings & sculptures by well-known Icelandic artists, plus a cafe & gift shop.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

5 - 6 min

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Huge 1990 stainless-steel sculpture of a boat by Jón Gunnar Árnason, set on granite beside the sea.

12:30 PM - 1:00 PM

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Free

8 - 11 min

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ROK is a fine casual restaurant focusing on serving high quality food in a friendly relaxed environment.

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$108

2 - 3 min

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Inspired by Icelandic traditions, this modern cathedral, consecrated in 1986, has a 73m-high tower.

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

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Free

Day 2Punk Vibes and Northern Lights

$170

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$60

1 - 2 min

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Harpa Concert Hall and Conference Centre

Modern glass honeycomb concert hall & conference center, home to the national opera & symphony.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

5 - 8 min

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Pint-sized, offbeat museum featuring the history of Icelandic punk in repurposed bathroom stalls.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$110

2 - 3 min

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Modest 19th-century house which is home to the Icelandic parliament's main debating chamber.

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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Free

12 - 17 min

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Maritime museum in a former fish factory with historic ships & exhibits on local fishing industry.

4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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Aurora Reykjavík - The Northern Lights Center

Northern Lights information center with historical exhibits, art, a theater & guided tours.

6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

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Free

Day 3Serenity, History, and Whales

$150

$ 17

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$60

9 - 11 min

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Created by Yoko Ono, this tall light emanating from a stone monument is a memorial to John Lennon.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

13 - 16 min

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Modern former home of artist Ásmundur Sveinsson featuring many of his sculptures.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

7 - 10 min

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Built in 1929, this Neo-Gothic Roman Catholic cathedral was designed by Guðjón Samúelsson.

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

10 - 15 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$90

4 - 6 min

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Educational exhibit dedicated to regional whales, with life-sized models & interactive features.

3:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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Free

Day 4Lighthouses, Legends, and Gardens

$138

$ 25

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$64

8 - 10 min

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Accessible during low tide, this islet lighthouse is a popular spot for viewing the northern lights.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

7 - 9 min

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Lifelike figures depict Iceland's history at this museum where visitors can don Viking costumes.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

10 - 15 min

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Parliament & the main cathedral overlook this leafy square with a statue of scholar Jon Sigurdsson.

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

12 - 15 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$74

3 - 4 min

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Founded in 1961, the 2.5-hectare botanical garden offers many plant species, walking paths & a pond.

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

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Free

Day 5Art, Phallology, and Breathtaking Views

$156

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$60

4 - 5 min

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This contemporary lakeside city hall offers a huge 3D map of Iceland, a cafe & a visitor's center.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

5 - 8 min

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Art museum highlighting works by Icelandic & international artists from the 19th & 20th centuries.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

8 - 11 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$96

2 - 3 min

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The Icelandic Phallological Museum (Hið Íslenzka Reðasafn)

More than 200 penises & penile parts representing almost all Icelandic land & sea mammals.

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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Free

3 - 4 min

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This statue on a grassy hill honors Ingólfur Arnarson, the Norseman who founded the city in 874 AD.

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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Free

22 - 33 min

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A spiral pathway leads visitors up a small hill to this outdoor installation by artist Ólöf Norda.

5:30 PM - 6:30 PM

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Free

Day 6Coffee, History, and Geothermal Beaches

$134

$ 9

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$54

3 - 4 min

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Remnants of 10th-century Viking settlements in Reykjavik are preserved in this interactive museum.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

8 - 12 min

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Objects from the Settlement Age to the present, 20th-century photography & temporary exhibitions.

11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

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Free

7 - 9 min

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2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

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$80

2 - 3 min

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Popular golden-sand beach offering a lagoon with warmed water & hot tubs, plus a snack bar.

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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Free

Day 7Culinary Delights and Natural Wonders

$132

$ 25

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$54

10 - 12 min

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Relocated old houses, a farm & other displays tracing the history, culture & folklore of Reykjavik.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

38 - 46 min

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National Park gorge at the rift joining 2 tectonic plates used as a Game of Thrones backdrop.

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

29 - 35 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$78

Budget breakdown: $1131 In total

Activities & Food:$1042

Transport:$89