Reykjavik is Iceland’s capital city and is very easily reached via Europe or North America. You can get there both by airplane or by cruise ship!
The international airport is Keflavík International Airport, and is a 50 minute drive from downtown Reykjavik. The domestic airport is Reykjavík Domestic Airport, and is an 8 minute drive from downtown.
The cruise terminal is Reykjavík Cruise Terminal, and is 11 minutes from downtown Reykjavik.
Reykjavik is Iceland’s capital & largest city. It has a bustling town center, and beautiful waterfront area.
The most famous landmark in the city is Hallgrimskirkja – the unique church that stands tall in the middle of Reykjavik.
Take a walk down Reykjavik’s most famous street – Laugavegur – and enjoy all the shops & eateries the town has to offer.
Take a food tour through Reykjavik! Sample a selection of traditional dishes and street foods including Icelandic cheeses, lamb, homemade ice cream, and famous Icelandic hot dogs! This is an absolute favorite tour in Reykjavik! Book this amazing experience here!
Visit Perlan, Iceland’s Natural History Museum, or the Viking Settlement Exhibition! Both are great ways to learn more about Iceland & its history.
Go on a whale watching adventure! This is such an amazing experience! Reserve your spot here.
Snorkel between the North American and European tectonic plates at Thingvellir National Park! All necessary snorkeling equipment is provided and GoPro photos are taken during the excursion! This is a once in a lifetime experience! Reserve your spot here.
Want to learn what an old Icelandic Settlement looks like? The Árbær Open Air Museum allows you to immerse yourself in an old farm village and features traditional Icelandic homes with grass growing on the roofs!
Take in a concert at Harpa Concert Hall and Conference Centre! You can take a look at their schedule and get more information here.
Explore the Golden Circle! The Golden Circle is a route that covers about 300 kms – starting from Reykjavík and heading into the southern uplands of Iceland and then looping back. It includes the famous Icelandic sights of Thingvellir National Park, Gullfoss waterfall, and the Geysir. See all the sights in one day on this amazing tour, plus a stop at the famous Blue Lagoon! This is the most highly rated & recommended tour in all of Reykjavik! Get your tickets here before it books up.
Visiting in Winter? Visit all the highlights of the Golden circle AND go snowmobiling to the glacier! Book this amazing experience here!
Spend the day at the Blue Lagoon! Soak in the famous thermal hot springs, try the face scrubs, and grab a bite to eat! Get your tickets & transfer here.
Visit Sky Lagoon – another amazing thermal hot springs! Skip the lines & get a discounted ticket here.
Go horseback riding through the lava-laden scenery of Iceland past mountains, lakes, and moors. Ride a traditional Icelandic horse! This adventure is phenomenal! Reserve your spot here.
Visit the Southern Coast of Iceland on this amazing tour! See the magnificent waterfalls of Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss, the black-sand beaches of Reynisfjara, and the breathtaking Sólheimajökull glacier on this day trip from Reykjavik. Spot puffins and get a look at Eyjafjallajökull volcano. Reserve your spot here.
Watch the Northern Lights and (get professional photos taken!) on this once of a lifetime adventure! This is not to be missed and books up quickly! Reserve your spot here.
Want to see more of Iceland? Plan a trip to Akureyri, Grundarfjörður, or Ísafjörður!
Old Iceland is a favorite restaurant in town serving Icelandic cuisine.
Have a delicious dinner at Kopar while enjoying views of the harbor!
Messinn is another town favorite serving local seafood.
Looking for great Vegetarian/Vegan food in Reykjavik? Mama Reykjavik and Loving Hut Iceland are two amazing vegan restaurants in town!
Café Loki is a highly recommended breakfast spot in Reykjavik – and they server lunch & dinner too!
These restaurants have been rated the Best Restaurants in Reykjavik according to google reviews.
If you are looking for the top Michelin star rated restaurants in Reykjavik, look no further than here.
There are so many great hotel options in and around Reykjavik! I suggest trying to stay in the city center if you are looking to walk everywhere. However if you are traveling by car, you can find spectacular hotels & cheaper options right outside of town as well.
If you are looking for luxury hotel recommendations, I recommend –
All are fabulous places to stay!
For more great hotel options, check out the recommendations further down the page. Prices and availability vary depending on the season.
The weather here varies depending on what time of year it is and the current weather patterns.
The warm season lasts from June to September, with an average daily temperature above 53°F. The hottest month of the year in Reykjavík is July, with an average high of 56°F and low of 48°F.
The cold season lasts from November to April, with an average daily temperature below 40°F. The coldest month of the year in Reykjavík is January, with an average low of 28°F and high of 36°F.
Traveling with kids? Teddy Traveler has compiled a list of his favorite activities for you and your kids to do while here! Here are some of his favorites –
Take your kids to see the Golden Circle! They will love seeing Gullfoss waterfall and experiencing the Geysir shooting water up out of the earth! Get your tickets here before it books up!
Visiting in Winter? Take your kids to see the highlights of the Golden circle AND go snowmobiling to the glacier! Book this amazing experience here!
Spend the day as a family at the Blue Lagoon! Soak in the famous thermal hot springs together in this once in a lifetime experience. Get your tickets & transfer here.
Visit Sky Lagoon – another amazing thermal hot springs! Skip the lines and get a discounted ticket here.
Take your kids horseback riding on a traditional Icelandic horse! This adventure is phenomenal! Reserve your spot here.
Watch the Northern Lights together as a family and (get professional photos taken!) on this once of a lifetime adventure! This is not to be missed and books up quickly! Reserve your spot here.
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Looking for things to do? Try one of these recommended activities or tours!
Trying to find the perfect place to stay? Check out our hotel recommendations!