Historical Sites In Reykjavik

Hallgrimskirkja

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

Hallgrímstorg 1, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland

Perlan

Futuristic revolving glass-domed fine dining restaurant in park setting, with cocktail bar.

105 Reykjavík, Iceland

Sun Voyager

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

Sæbraut, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland

The Icelandic Phallological Museum

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

Reykjastræti 4, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland

FlyOver Iceland

Attraction with motion seating & a wraparound screen, simulating flight over mountains & glaciers.

Fiskislóð 43, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland

National Museum of Iceland

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

Suðurgata 41, 102 Reykjavík, Iceland

Saga Museum

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

Grandagarður 2, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland

Höfði House

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

Borgartún 105, 105 Reykjavík, Iceland

The Settlement Exhibition

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

Aðalstræti 16, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland

Árbær Open Air Museum

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

Kistuhylur 110, 110 Reykjavík, Iceland

Reykjavík Maritime Museum

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

Grandagarður 8, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland

The Icelandic Punk Museum

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

Bankastræti 2, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland

Lækjartorg

Major public square in the city center with the District Court along one side. · Dogs allowed

Hafnarstræti 18, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland

The House of Collections

Museum dedicated to Iceland's cultural history, showcasing diverse exhibitions in an elegant space.

Hverfisgata 15, Hverfisgata 15, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland

Perlan Restaurant & Café

· Dine-in · Takeaway · Delivery

Varmahlíð 1, 105 Reykjavík, Iceland

Dómkirkjan í Reykjavík

Quaint neoclassical cathedral consecrated in 1796 known for its unique chalices & altar.

Kirkjustræti, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland

Reykjavík City Hall

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

Tjarnargata 11, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland

The Einar Jónsson Museum

Small museum showcasing the works of Iceland's first sculptor, with a sculpture garden in back.

Hallgrímstorg 3, Njarðargata 51, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland

Alþingishúsið

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

43W5+MWW, Kirkjutorg, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland

Höfði Lighthouse

Hofdi House, Félagstún, Reykjavík, Iceland

Nordic House

Nordic cultural center with modern design for exhibits & events, plus a library, shop & restaurant.

Sæmundargata 11, 102 Reykjavík, Iceland

Hannesarholt ngo

· Dine-in · Delivery

Grundarstígur 10, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland

Hólavallagarður

43V2+RRG, Suðurgata, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland

Ingólfsgarður Lighthouse

Harpan 101, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland

Viðey

104, Iceland

Seaview from Reykjavik

Guðrúnartún 1, 105 Reykjavík, Iceland

The Black Cone, Monument to Civil Disobedience

43W5+RQH, Kirkjustræti, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland

Tjörnin Rocks

43V5+WJ4, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland

Aðalstræti 10 - Reykjavík City Museum

Aðalstræti 10, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland

Elf Stone

43J9+GR8, 102 Reykjavík, Iceland

‘Looking Seawards’ Statue

101, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland

Vatnið í náttúru Íslands

Perlan Varmahlíð 1, 105 Reykjavík, Iceland

Pavilion

43V5+2R2 Hljómskálinn, 101, Reykjavík, Iceland

World War II Ruins

Flugvallarvegur 101, 102 Reykjavík, Iceland

Eisenbahn-Denkmal

43X6+PRQ, Geirsgata, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland

Friðarsteinn frá Hiroshima

Miðborg, 101, Reykjavík, Iceland

Flankastaðir

Hávallagata 55, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland

Norðurgarður (North Mole Head) Lighthouse

Vesturbær, 101, Reykjavík, Iceland

Spotlight House

5X37+RX3, 170 Seltjarnarnes, Iceland

Holdsveikraspítalinn í Laugarnesi

5437+4GW, 105 Reykjavík, Iceland

Door from 1927 in downtown Reykjavík

Hallveigarstigur 8, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland

Anchor and Hjallsker

104, Iceland

Landshöfðingjahúsið - Næpan

Tjarnarskóli 101, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland

Latvian Monument of Gratitude

Centre, 101, Reykjavík, Iceland

Skrúfuhringur

Geirsgata 14 101, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland

Domps town

Hverfisgata 117, 105 Reykjavík, Iceland

Menntavegurinn

44V8+G4H 105 Reykjavík, 105 Reykjavík, Iceland

Steinbryggjan / The Stone Pier

43X6+9QX, Steinbryggja, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland

Slippurinn

AEgisgardur 1, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland

World War II Bunker

Flugvallarvegur 101, 102 Reykjavík, Iceland