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🌟 Reykjavik Adventure 🌟

Katharina Hellmeier

Katharina Hellmeier

5 Jan 2024

Join me on an epic 5-day journey through the enchanting city of Reykjavik! Discover the wonders of the Northern Lights, immerse yourself in Icelandic culture, and explore fascinating museums. Get ready for an unforgettable experience!

Trip to Reykjavik

Day 1Unveiling the Legends
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$11

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$11
2 - 3 min

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Reykjavík Maritime Museum
Maritime museum in a former fish factory with historic ships & exhibits on local fishing industry.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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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.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
2 - 3 min

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Saga Museum
Lifelike figures depict Iceland's history at this museum where visitors can don Viking costumes.
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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Free
Day 2Whales, Art, and Coffee
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$14

Kaffivagninn
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$14
4 - 5 min

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Whales of Iceland
Educational exhibit dedicated to regional whales, with life-sized models & interactive features.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
12 - 17 min

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Reykjavík Art Museum Hafnarhús
Modern former home of artist Ásmundur Sveinsson featuring many of his sculptures.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
Day 3Zoo, Vikings, and a Unique Museum
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$10

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$ 5

Café Flóran
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$10
4 - 5 min

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Reykjavík Park and Zoo
Small zoo with a focus on Icelandic farm animals, plus children's rides such as a carousel & train.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
10 - 12 min

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Sun Voyager
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
9 - 14 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.
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
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Free
Day 4Gastronomic Delights and Panoramic Views
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$18

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$ 5

Satt Restaurant
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$18
12 - 18 min

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Perlan
Futuristic revolving glass-domed fine dining restaurant in park setting, with cocktail bar.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
7 - 9 min

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Hallgrimskirkja
Inspired by Icelandic traditions, this modern cathedral, consecrated in 1986, has a 73m-high tower.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
Day 5Coffee, History, and Musical Splendor
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$10

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$ 5

Kaffitár
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$10
1 - 2 min

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National Museum of Iceland
Objects from the Settlement Age to the present, 20th-century photography & temporary exhibitions.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
7 - 9 min

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Harpa Concert Hall and Conference Centre
Modern glass honeycomb concert hall & conference center, home to the national opera & symphony.
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $76 In total

Activities & Food:$63
Transport:$13