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While Iceland is full of incredible natural landscapes, there are plenty of cool things to do in Reykjavík as well! Iceland’s pint-sized capital city is a quirky, colorful place.
I’ve been to Iceland three times, and on all three trips, I spent a lot of time in Reykjavík. (That’s why you’ll see me with three different hairstyles in the photos in this post!) By now, I know the city pretty well.
If you’re planning a short trip to Iceland, like a long weekend or extended layover, Reykjavík makes the perfect place to stay. And if you’re planning a longer road trip around Iceland, you should take at least one full day to explore the city.
Let’s dive into what makes Iceland’s capital so great — the things to do in Reykjavik!
Best Things to Do in Reykjavik, Iceland
Reykjavík has quite a bit going on for a small city. Despite having a population of about 133,000 (or 233,000 if you include the surrounding suburbs), the cultural outfitting here are more in line with those of a larger city.
In Reykjavík you’ve got everything from thermal baths and architectural marvels to quirky local businesses and strange niche museums.
There are two categories for things to do in Reykjavik: things to do within the city, and day trips outside the city. I’ve separated them into two sections to make things easier to navigate.
Reykjavík FAQ
Whales of Iceland is a must for a whale-loving kid, and Perlan is a fantastic introduction to the wonders of Iceland that both kids and adults will love.
Stroll Through Colorful Downtown Reykjavík
You’ll fall in love with Reykjavík right away — but if you want to get to know the city, I highly recommend taking a tour of some kind so you can learn a bit of history and culture, and learn the stories behind the street art. There are many, including the popular free walking tour.
The free walking tour of Reykjavík departs every day from Austurvöllur, the Parliament building. At the end of the tour, you tip what it’s worth. (ALWAYS tip generously on a free tour. Tour companies charge the guides based on how many people show up, even if they don’t all tip.)
You can also take a city tour with a Viking tour guide, who will…
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