Sun Voyager sculpture
The sculpture Sun Voyager (Sólfar), located along the coast of Reykjavík, is one of Iceland’s most iconic and recognizable public artworks. Created by Icelandic artist Jón Gunnar Árnason and inaugurated in 1990, this stainless steel sculpture is not only a symbol of the city, but also a profound representation of human dreams, explorations, and aspirations. […]
Sundhöll Reykjavík Swimming Pool
Sundhöll Reykjavíkur, also known as Reykjavik City Swimming Hall, is one of the oldest and most iconic swimming pools in Iceland, located in the heart of the capital. Inaugurated on March 25, 1937, this facility represents not only a place of leisure and well-being, but also an important testimony of Reykjavík’s architectural and social heritage. […]
Tufa Hill
In the bustling heart of Reykjavik, in the Miðborg district, stands a work of art as simple as it is powerful, capable of capturing the attention of visitors and prompting deep reflection: the hill Þúfa. Created by the Icelandic artist Ólöf Nordal and completed in 2013, Þúfa represents a unique piece in the artistic and […]
Reykjavik Photography Museum
The Reykjavík Museum of Photography, located in the heart of the Icelandic capital, is a fundamental reference point for anyone interested in photography and its evolution. Founded in 1981, the museum has accumulated an impressive collection of around five million photographs, ranging from 1860 to the present day. This vast collection includes shots by professional […]
Museum of the Saga
The Saga Museum in Reykjavík offers visitors an immersive journey into Iceland’s Viking and medieval history, recreating key events and historical figures with surprising accuracy. Located in a former geothermal hot water tank at the Perlan, an iconic building perched on Öskjuhlíð hill, the museum uses this evocative setting to transport visitors back in time, […]
Reykjavik Cathedral
The Reykjavík Cathedral, known as Dómkirkjan, is one of the most emblematic places in the Icelandic capital. Located in the historic center of the city, adjacent to the Icelandic parliament (Alþingishúsið), this cathedral is a symbol of Iceland’s religious and political history, as well as a remarkable example of Icelandic classical architecture. The construction of […]
Reykjavik City Hall
The Reykjavík City Hall, known as Ráðhús Reykjavíkur, is a perfect example of how modern architecture can harmoniously integrate with the surrounding nature, offering a functional space for city administration and a cultural reference point for the local community. Located on the shores of Lake Tjörnin, in the heart of the Icelandic capital, the city […]
Reykjavik Maritime Museum
The Reykjavík Maritime Museum, known in Icelandic as Sjóminjasafnið í Reykjavík, is a cultural gem located in the old harbor of the Icelandic capital. Founded in 2005, the museum offers a unique window into Iceland’s maritime history, a country whose existence and prosperity have been intimately linked to the sea for centuries. This museum is […]
Parliament building
The Icelandic Parliament, known as Alþingishúsið, is one of the most significant buildings in Reykjavík, not only for its political importance but also for its historical and architectural value. Located in Austurvöllur square, in the heart of the Icelandic capital, the building houses the Alþingi, the national parliament of Iceland, which boasts an extraordinarily long […]
Exhibition on the Settlement (Reykjavík 871±2)
In the heart of Reykjavík, a city that blends modernity and tradition with a unique charm, lies one of the most fascinating and significant attractions to understand the historical roots of the Icelandic capital: the archaeological site known as Reykjavík 871±2. This curious name comes from the radiocarbon dating of a layer of tephra (volcanic […]
