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The world's most northerly capital is a place of colorful buildings, quirky people and wild nightlife. Reykjavik's bewitching charm lies in its idiosyncratic contrasts: its combination of village innocence and big-city zeal; long summer nights and short winter days. It is a city that treasures its Viking past but is very much in tune with the future. No wonder visitors fall hopelessly in love, vowing to return.

You'll find all the cultural trappings of a large 21st-century European city here: cozy cafes, world-class restaurants, fine museums and galleries, and state-of-the-art geothermal pools. Add to this a backdrop of snow-topped mountains, an ocean that laps at the city's toes, air as cold and clean as frozen diamonds, and incredible volcanic surroundings, and you'll agree there's no better city on earth. There's so much to do in Reykjavik: the outdoor pursuits are legendary, the sightseeing is out of this world, and the Blue Lagoon spa is one of the most chilled experiences on the planet.

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3 Days in Reykjavik: Suggested Itineraries

Viator

Written by Viator, August 2010

When compared to other European capitals, Reykjavik is rather small; the population of its metro area barely tops 200,000, and Reykjavik proper is home to about 125,000 souls. However, what it lacks ... Continue Reading »

Northern Lights Tours from Reykjavik

Viator

Written by Viator, August 2010

There are compelling reasons to visit Iceland in summer. Long days and mild temperatures mean you can make the most of the amazing landscape while also leaving time to experience Reykjavik’s cool bar ... Continue Reading »

Cafes and Bars in Reykjavik

Philippa Burne

Written by Philippa Burne, UK, September 2011

Locals in Iceland like to meet for a coffee and a chat. They also don’t mind having a drink or two in an evening. Hence, the center of Reykjavik is well supplied with cafes and bars. The main ... Continue Reading »

Harpa For the Long, Dark, Winter Nights

John Reality

Written by John Reality, Cambodia, March 2012

Harpa, Iceland’s new concert hall on the waterfront in Reykjavik, has been open less than a year and is already garnering praise for its stunning architecture, its views, and its program of events. ... Continue Reading »

Harpa For the Long, Dark, Winter Nights

John Reality

Written by John Reality, Cambodia, March 2012

Harpa, Iceland’s new concert hall on the waterfront in Reykjavik, has been open less than a year and is already garnering praise for its stunning architecture, its views, and its program of events. ... Continue Reading »

Iceland for Fashion and Design

Philippa Burne

Written by Philippa Burne, UK, April 2012

For such a small country – a total population of around 300,000 people – Iceland is one of the most creative countries around. We all know their most famous export, Bjork, but do you know about ... Continue Reading »

Reykjavik's Pools

Philippa Burne

Written by Philippa Burne, UK, November 2011

Iceland is blessed with an endless supply of hot thermal waters. It’s what makes the country habitable in the winter. So you’ll find that all these local pools have outdoor thermal pools. My ... Continue Reading »

Runtur in Iceland

Philippa Burne

Written by Philippa Burne, UK, April 2012

Runtur means round tour and, to Iceland natives, this means a trip around Reykjavik’s bars and nightspots. Either to fill those long dark nights of winter, or those long light sleepless nights ... Continue Reading »

Surreal Blue Lagoon

Philippa Burne

Written by Philippa Burne, UK, June 2011

Iceland is a land of contrasts: very dark winters and very light summers; very black lava and very white glaciers; very cold winds and very hot waters. It’s the last of these that is such a ... Continue Reading »

Top 3 Hostels in Reykjavik

Philippa Burne

Written by Philippa Burne, UK, February 2012

Location, location, location. If you, like me, travel without hiring a car and without wanting to spend half your time working out the local transport system, then you’ll want to stay in walking ... Continue Reading »

Top Flea Markets and Thrift Stores in Reykjavik

Philippa Burne

Written by Philippa Burne, UK, January 2012

With their well-known economic challenges, it’s not surprising that the Icelanders have a healthy interest in recycling clothes, household goods and other things. It’s actually not a new thing for ... Continue Reading »

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Snorkeling the Silfra fissure at Thingvellir, Reykjavik

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