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Perlan - Wonders of Iceland
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Perlan is the number one attraction in Reykjavík and the biggest nature museum in Iceland. In our world-class exploratorium, you learn all about Icelandic nature. Wonders of nature come alive all around visitors through interactive displays
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Hafnarborg – the Hafnarfjörður Centre of Culture and Fine Art
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In the heart of Hafnarfjörður, there stands Hafnarborg – The Hafnarfjörður Centre of Culture and Fine Art, which houses a variety of cultural events, art exhibitions, concerts, workshops and lectures. The museum has two exhibition galleries
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Reykjavik City Museum
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It is the mission of Reykjavík City Museum to maintain strong and demonstrable ties with the community, to be reliable, informative, and accessible, to encourage guest participation, and to provide attentive service to all visitors. The mus
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The Pharmacy Museum of Iceland
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The Pharmacy Museum of Iceland and the Herbal Garden are located in Seltjarnarnes that is situated in a beautiful nature reserve and recreation area on the tip of the Reykjavik peninsula. It is located close to Nesstofa which was built in 1
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ASÍ Art Museum
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The ASÍ Art Museum is located at Freyjugata 41 in Reykjavík. The museum was founded in 1961 when industrialist and book publisher Ragnar Jónsson donated his art collection to the museum. The museum is owned by the Icelandic Confederation of
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Whales of Iceland
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Whales of Iceland is Europe's largest whale museum, located in Reykjavík’s charming harbour district. The museum features life-sized models of all 23 whale species ever spotted around Iceland, as well as interactive exhibits, audio guides,
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Aurora Reykjavík
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Aurora Reykjavík is Iceland’s first and only museum dedicated to the Northern Lights. Located in the vibrant Grandi district, the museum offers a unique and interactive experience where visitors can learn about the science, history, and mag
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National Gallery of Iceland
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National Art Treasures The National Gallery of Iceland is a well-known landmark by the Lake in Reykjavík. It was originally built in the early 20th century as an ice-house, and today it houses the National Gallery collections. New exhibiti
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Museum of Design and Applied Art
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The Museum of Design and Applies Art is a dynamic museum that enhances awareness, inspires and creates opportunities related to Icelandic design by collecting, archiving and sharing Icelandic design from the year 1900 to the present day. Th
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Gallery Kogga
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Unique ceramic design by the well known ceramics artist Kogga and painter Magnus Kjartansson. Placed in the middle of old town Reykjavík, near the harbour. Opening hours Week days: Saturdays: Sundays: Summer: 09:00-18:00 10:00-14:00 Closed
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Reykjavík Art Museum - Kjarvalsstaðir
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Reykjavík Art Museum ( Harbour House , Hafnarhús, Kjarvalsstaðir and Ásmundur Sveinsson Sculpture Museum ) is located in three unique buildings across the city and holds some of the most distinguished works in Iceland´s artistic landscape.
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Natural History Museum of Kópavogur
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The Natural History Museum of Kopavogur hosts one of the largest exhibitions of preserved animals in Iceland, alongside a diverse rock collection. The exhibition “Home” provides an immersive insight into Iceland's wildlife within its natura
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Geothermal Exhibition at Hellisheiðarvirkjun
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The Geothermal Exhibition is situated inside of Iceland’s largest geothermal power plant: the Hellisheiði Geothermal Plant (Hellisheiðarvirkjun), owned and operated by ON Power. This power plant produces electricity for Iceland’s national g
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Art Gallery Fold
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Gallerí Fold is Iceland's leading auction house and foremost fine arts dealership. Established in 1990, Gallerí Fold has been in the hands of its current proprietor since 1992. In 1994, we acquired our own premises at Raudarárstígur 14, whe
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Sigurjón Ólafsson Museum
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Sculptures Museum by the Shore. The museum exhibits Sigurjón Ólafsson’s (1908-1982) sculptures – alone or in dialogue with other artists – and is the research center of the artist´s work. In addition to housing different exhibitions the mus
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Reykjavík Maritime Museum
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In an authentic atmosphere, the Museum opens the exiting world of Icelandic fisheries and costal culture Iceland´s past, present and future are intimately tied to seafaring. This activity defines the nation’s character, making it difficult
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Reykjavík Art Museum - Hafnarhús
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Reykjavík Art Museum ( Hafnarhús , Kjarvalsstaðir and Ásmundur Sveinsson Sculpture Museum ) is located in three unique buildings across the city and holds some of the most distinguished works in Iceland´s artistic landscape. The museum is I
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Einar Jónsson Museum
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Einar Jónsson (1874-1954) was Iceland´s first sculptor. When The Einar Jónsson Museum opened in 1923 it became the first public art museum in Iceland. The museum´s foundation can be traced back to 1909, when Einar gave his sculptures to the
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The Icelandic Music History Museum
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The goal of the museum is to collect, document and distribute information on Icelandic music, old and new. Additionally two or three special exhibits will be produced annually.
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Hafnarfjörður Museum
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Hafnarfjörður Museum is a museum of cultural artifacts and photographs of Hafnarfjörður town. Its objective is to collect, document, preserve, protect and study objects and artifacts of the regions cultural history and present them to the p
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Mosfellsbær Art Gallery and Library
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Mosfellsbær Art Gallery opened in 2005 and is a part of the town’s library. There are approximately 10 exhibitions a year. The gallery offers diverse exhibitions of modern art by both experienced artists and newcomers in the field. Hours of
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The National Museum of Iceland
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The museum offers a variety of fascinating exhibitions and one permanent display illustrating lavishly the story of Iceland’s past, from the medieval days of Viking settlements to current contemporary culture. The main exhibition has over 2
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Ásgrímur Jónsson Museum - The Artist‘s Home
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Artist‘s home Ásgrímur Jónsson (1876-1958) is one of the pioneers of Icelandic art. At his death he bequeathed to the Icelandic nation his works and belongings. The museum is situated in Ásgrímur‘s former home and studio and displays small
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Magic Ice Bar & Gallery
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A perfect outing for all ages - Welcome to an enchanting and magical adventure in Reykjavik, a sub-zero experience that you´ll never forget! Inside find an ice-art gallery with sculptures & a bar, all made in crystal-clear ice. Once upon a
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Reykjavík Art Museum - Ásmundarsafn
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Reykjavík Art Museum ( Harbour House , Hafnarhús, Kjarvalsstaðir and Ásmundur Sveinsson Sculpture Museum ) is located in three unique buildings across the city and holds some of the most distinguished works in Iceland´s artistic landscape.
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The Living Art Museum
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The Living Art Museum (Nýlistasafnið) is a non-profit, artist-run museum and association, venue for events, exhibitions, performances, discussions and research. The museum was founded in 1978 in reaction to Icelandic art authorities disrega
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Saga Museum
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From the time of the earliest settlers, history is brought to life in a unique and exciting way. The Saga Museum intimately recreates key moments in Icelandic history, moments that have determined the fate of our people and which gives a co
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The Settlement Exhibition
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In 2001 archaeological remains were excavated in Aðalstræti, which turned out to be the oldest relics of human habitation in Reykjavík. A wall fragment was found dating before 871 AD. During the excavation a hall or a longhouse was found as
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Laxness Museum - Gljúfrasteinn
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Gljúfrasteinn - Laxness Museum Gljúfrasteinn was the home of writer Halldór Laxness (Nobel Prize in Literature 1955) and his family. The house has now been converted into a museum, where the author´s home is preserved just as it was when he
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The Icelandic Phallological Museum
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The Icelandic Phallological Museum, the worldʹs only penis museum, is located in the heart of Reykjavik, right by the old harbor. The family-friendly museum sports the largest penis collection on Earth, which even includes a cast of Jimi He
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Gerðarsafn – Kópavogur Art Museum
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Gerðarsafn is a progressive museum with an emphasis on modern and contemporary art, located in the heart of Kópavogur. Gerðarsafn offers temporary exhibitions with works by Icelandic and international contemporary artists as well as display
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Arbaer Open air Museum
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Árbær was an established farm well into the 20th century, and the museum opened there in 1957. Árbær is now an open air museum with more than 20 buildings which form a town square, a village and a farm. Most of the buildings have been reloc
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Hofsstaðir Historic Park
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An impressive Viking-age longhouse stood at Hofsstaðir from the Settlement period (AD 870-930) until the twelfth century. This historic park aims to give an impression of Hofsstaðir at the time of settlement: turf walls show the outer limit
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The Nordic house
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The Nordic House is an icon of aesthetics, a cultural institution and an architectural gem situated in a bird sanctuary, only a 10-minute walk from the Reykjavík city centre. The Nordic House has exhibition areas showcasing Nordic art, a bo
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National and University Library of Iceland
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The National and University Library of Iceland is the national library of Iceland and the library of the University of Iceland. The library was established on December 1, 1994. It is the largest library in Iceland with one million items in
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Elliðaárstöð - Elliðaá Station
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Elliðaárstöð is a new destination in the heart of the city. Here, visitors come together to learn, experience, create and enjoy nature. The Elliðaárdalur power station marked the beginning of electrification in Reykjavík when it was commiss
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Reykjavik Museum of Photography
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Reykjavík Museum of Photography is the only independent museum of photography in Iceland. The aim of the museum is to shape a unique vision and to be leading in its field. The museum preserves various photo collections from professional and
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Álafoss wool store
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Álafoss - tradition of quality since 1896. When Álafoss was established at the end of the 19th century, it was marked as the true beginning of Iceland's wool industry. Álafoss is located in the old factory house by the waterfall Álafoss tha
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Pearls of Icelandic Song
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Icelandic art songs are dramatic and dreamy, melancholy and consoling. They give us insight into the history and psyche of a nation that lives on a barren island just south of the Artic, and believes in elves and faries. We sing Icelandic a
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FlyOver Iceland
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The ultimate flight ride! Experience Iceland’s most awe-inspiring and picturesque landscapes and destinations. Hang suspended, feet dangling, while the ride virtually whisks you away on an exhilarating journey. Open daily. See website for o
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Höfði House
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Höfði House, built in 1909, is considered to be one of the most beautiful and historically significant buildings in the Reykjavík area. It’s best known as the location for the 1986 summit meeting of presidents Ronald Reagan and Mikhail Gorb
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Aurora Basecamp
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Aurora Basecamp is a one-of-a-kind facility, offering guests the chance to experience a real-time, indoor simulation of the Northern Lights, in a warm and relaxing environment. From there, our expert guides lead you out into the Icelandic n
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Harpa Concert Hall and Conference Centre
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Harpa - Reykjavík's latest landmark Harpa opened its doors in May 2011 and is home to the Iceland Symphony Orchestra and the Icelandic Opera. Harpa also hosts a wide range of concerts, spanning all musical genres, and numerous events, meeti
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Iceland Airwaves
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Iceland Airwaves Festival is the world’s most northerly music showcase and industry festival, situated halfway between North America and Europe. Iceland Airwaves brings together the country’s brightest emerging musical talent and forward-th
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Hallgrímskirkja
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Hallgrímskirkja stands guard over Reykjavík. The church is both a parish church and a national sanctuary in Iceland. Its stepped concrete facade is an ode to modernism and a reminder of the Icelandic landscape. The church is named after the
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Reykjavik Botanic Garden
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Reykjavik Botanic Garden is an outdoor collection of living plants. It was founded in 1961 and is managed by the city of Reykjavík. The garden’s main role is to conserve plants for education, research and delight. It conserves some 5000 pla
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Lifsmynd Kvikmyndagerð
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Lifsmynd Film Production is run by Valdimar Leifsson, a renowned Icelandic filmmaker, and deals with every kind of production, e.g. documentaries, television programs, DVD production, events and films. Some of Lifsmynd documentaries are sho
Day ToursExhibitions & Gallery+1Volcano House
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Volcano House is a multi-functional establishment in Reykjavík's city centre, with a special focus on Icelandic geology and volcanology. At the heart of our operations is the Volcano House cinema, which screens two fascinating documentaries
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