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Great relaxation - hot tubs, sauna, swimming
Geothermal pool, hot tubs and sauna 7 minutes (Vesturbæjarlaug on Hofsvallagata). Opening hours Mon.-Thur. 06.30 – 22.00. Friday closes at 20.00. Week ends: 09.00-18.00
Sundhöllin is another great swimming pool at Barónstígur 45a - closes at 10 pm. on week days.
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Vesturbæjarlaug
HofsvallagataGeothermal pool, hot tubs and sauna 7 minutes (Vesturbæjarlaug on Hofsvallagata). Opening hours Mon.-Thur. 06.30 – 22.00. Friday closes at 20.00. Week ends: 09.00-18.00
Sundhöllin is another great swimming pool at Barónstígur 45a - closes at 10 pm. on week days.
This wonderful spa just opened.
Address: Vesturvör 44-48, Kópavogur. Opens 1 pm
Immerse yourself in warmth at our oceanside geothermal lagoon.
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Sky Lagoon
44-48 VesturvörThis wonderful spa just opened.
Address: Vesturvör 44-48, Kópavogur. Opens 1 pm
Immerse yourself in warmth at our oceanside geothermal lagoon.
Sundhöllin in Baronsstigur, Reykjavik is the oldest public baths in Iceland. They were designed by the noted architect Guðjón Samúelsson and opened in 1937. The building's exterior is a minimalist white that is almost Art Deco in style with tall narrow rectangular windows. Closes 10 pm
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Sundhöllin
45a BarónsstígurSundhöllin in Baronsstigur, Reykjavik is the oldest public baths in Iceland. They were designed by the noted architect Guðjón Samúelsson and opened in 1937. The building's exterior is a minimalist white that is almost Art Deco in style with tall narrow rectangular windows. Closes 10 pm
Nauthólsvík was opened in 2001 to the delight of residents and tourists alike, and now attracts an estimate of 530.000 guests each year. The creation of the geothermal beach was an ambitious but very successful project, involving the construction of a lagoon with large sea walls, where cold sea and hot geothermal water fuse together resulting in higher temperatures.
See more information about Nauthólsvík and how to get therehttps://nautholsvik.is/en/
You can walk from here: Go down Hofsvallagata all the way to Ægissíða - follow the walking trail to the left, by the sea.
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Nauthólsvík Geothermal Beach
Nauthólsvík was opened in 2001 to the delight of residents and tourists alike, and now attracts an estimate of 530.000 guests each year. The creation of the geothermal beach was an ambitious but very successful project, involving the construction of a lagoon with large sea walls, where cold sea and hot geothermal water fuse together resulting in higher temperatures.
See more information about Nauthólsvík and how to get therehttps://nautholsvik.is/en/
You can walk from here: Go down Hofsvallagata all the way to Ægissíða - follow the walking trail to the left, by the sea.
Bakeries in the neighbourhood
Start your day with newly baked bread or pastries. Three minutes from house, Björnsbakari on Hringbraut, opens 07.30 a.m - 05.30 pm. Brauð & Co. on Melhagi 22 right by the swimming pool is a great bakery.
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Björnsbakarí
35 HringbrautStart your day with newly baked bread or pastries. Three minutes from house, Björnsbakari on Hringbraut, opens 07.30 a.m - 05.30 pm. Brauð & Co. on Melhagi 22 right by the swimming pool is a great bakery.
Brauð og Co
22 MelhagiGreat bakery on Melhagi 22 - right by pool.
Excellent bakery with a long history - on Laugavegur shopping street.
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Sandholt
36 LaugavegurExcellent bakery with a long history - on Laugavegur shopping street.
Groceries in neighbourhood
A neighbourhood groceries store for the West End - known for its delicacies, fresh fish, meat etc.
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Melabúðin
A neighbourhood groceries store for the West End - known for its delicacies, fresh fish, meat etc.
A tiny corner store - 1 minute walk on the corner of Blómvallagata and Ásvallagata - where you can get all the basics if you have just arrived etc. Run by two brothers who are legends in the neighbourhood - they know everyone and care about everyone. A film was made about them and their shop.
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Kjötborg
19 ÁsvallagataA tiny corner store - 1 minute walk on the corner of Blómvallagata and Ásvallagata - where you can get all the basics if you have just arrived etc. Run by two brothers who are legends in the neighbourhood - they know everyone and care about everyone. A film was made about them and their shop.
Supermarket on Fiskislóð - open until 8 pm. Bónus, another supermarket, close by. 10 - 15 minute walk.
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Krónan
50 ReykjavikurvegurSupermarket on Fiskislóð - open until 8 pm. Bónus, another supermarket, close by. 10 - 15 minute walk.
Nettó
3 FiskislóðNettó is also on Fiskislóð in the Grandi-area. Open 24 hours.
A great shop with fresh fish - 15 minute walk - down Hofsvallagata until you see the sea - turn right and it is on your right side after 4 minutes.
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Fiskbúðin Vegamót
NesvegurA great shop with fresh fish - 15 minute walk - down Hofsvallagata until you see the sea - turn right and it is on your right side after 4 minutes.
Wine, liqueur, beer
Address: Austurstræti 10a, 101 Reykjavík
Hours:
Sunday Closed
Monday 11AM–6PM
Tuesday 11AM–6PM
Wednesday 11AM–6PM
Thursday 11AM–6PM
Friday 11AM–7PM
Saturday 11AM–6PM
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Vínbúðin
10a AusturstrætiWine, liqueur, beer
Address: Austurstræti 10a, 101 Reykjavík
Hours:
Sunday Closed
Monday 11AM–6PM
Tuesday 11AM–6PM
Wednesday 11AM–6PM
Thursday 11AM–6PM
Friday 11AM–7PM
Saturday 11AM–6PM
Pharmacies in neighbourhood
A pharmacy in the Grandi area. Another Lyf og heilsa is next door. Open from 10 am until 22 pm.
Lyfja Granda
A pharmacy in the Grandi area. Another Lyf og heilsa is next door. Open from 10 am until 22 pm.
Restaurants in the neighbourhood
Necessary to make a reservation: We promise an intimate and relaxed dining experience that offers something different to local and foreign patrons alike, and ensures you enjoy a memorable food experience every time.
Monday - Thursday: 11:30 am - 2:30 pm & 5:00 pm - 10:30 pm
Friday: 11:30 am - 2:30 pm & 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Saturday: 4:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Sunday: 4:00 pm - 10:30 pm
Address: Vesturgata 2a, Grófartorg, 101 Reykjavík
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Fish Company
Necessary to make a reservation: We promise an intimate and relaxed dining experience that offers something different to local and foreign patrons alike, and ensures you enjoy a memorable food experience every time.
Monday - Thursday: 11:30 am - 2:30 pm & 5:00 pm - 10:30 pm
Friday: 11:30 am - 2:30 pm & 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Saturday: 4:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Sunday: 4:00 pm - 10:30 pm
Address: Vesturgata 2a, Grófartorg, 101 Reykjavík
Address: Lækjargata 2a, 101 Reykjavík
Grillmarkaðurinn in the vicinity. Scandinavian cuisine is what this restaurant boasts. Mouthwatering puffin, mini burgers and redfish are the best dishes. In accordance with the reviewers' opinions, waiters offer tasty chocolate bomb, chocolate custard and chocolate fudge here. Get your meal started with good coffee martini, desert wine or Cosmopolitan. This place is known for great chocolate frappe, coffee with cream or vanilla iced coffee.
Your children will be offered a extensive kids’ menu. Most guests state that the staff is gracious. The fabulous service shows a high level of quality at Grillmarkaðurinn. Based on the visitors' opinions, prices are attractive. You will appreciate the divine decor and cool atmosphere of this place. As for the Google rating, this spot earned 4.6.
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Grillmarkaðurinn
Address: Lækjargata 2a, 101 Reykjavík
Grillmarkaðurinn in the vicinity. Scandinavian cuisine is what this restaurant boasts. Mouthwatering puffin, mini burgers and redfish are the best dishes. In accordance with the reviewers' opinions, waiters offer tasty chocolate bomb, chocolate custard and chocolate fudge here. Get your meal started with good coffee martini, desert wine or Cosmopolitan. This place is known for great chocolate frappe, coffee with cream or vanilla iced coffee.
Your children will be offered a extensive kids’ menu. Most guests state that the staff is gracious. The fabulous service shows a high level of quality at Grillmarkaðurinn. Based on the visitors' opinions, prices are attractive. You will appreciate the divine decor and cool atmosphere of this place. As for the Google rating, this spot earned 4.6.
Apotek Restaurant
16 AusturstrætiAddress: Austurstræti 16, 101 Reykjavík
Inspired by the nostalgic atmosphere of the city of Beirut, Sumac is a place where locals and visitors can enjoy delicious Middle Eastern Cuisine and handcrafted Mediterranean cocktails.
Address: Laugavegur 28, 101, 101 Reykjavík
Dine in and take away.
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Sumac Grill + Drinks
28, 101 LaugavegurInspired by the nostalgic atmosphere of the city of Beirut, Sumac is a place where locals and visitors can enjoy delicious Middle Eastern Cuisine and handcrafted Mediterranean cocktails.
Address: Laugavegur 28, 101, 101 Reykjavík
Dine in and take away.
Address: Vesturgata 3b, 101 Reykjavík
lively restaurant where Spanish tapas tradition meets the freshest Icelandic ingredients. It is located in a cellar at Vesturgata 3 in Reykjavik's central. The menu at TapasBarinn offers over 50 different meat, fish and vegetable dishes so you can take your time and experiment various flavour combinations. A must try is the Icelandic gourmet feast which is a great way to taste the best of Icelandic produce in one meal. The restaurant has been open since the year 2000 and has become a local favourite. It has the only kitchen in Reykjavík that is open 23:30 on weekdays and 01:00 on weekends. The breezy atmosphere and the Spanish effects in the
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Tapas barinn
3b VesturgataAddress: Vesturgata 3b, 101 Reykjavík
lively restaurant where Spanish tapas tradition meets the freshest Icelandic ingredients. It is located in a cellar at Vesturgata 3 in Reykjavik's central. The menu at TapasBarinn offers over 50 different meat, fish and vegetable dishes so you can take your time and experiment various flavour combinations. A must try is the Icelandic gourmet feast which is a great way to taste the best of Icelandic produce in one meal. The restaurant has been open since the year 2000 and has become a local favourite. It has the only kitchen in Reykjavík that is open 23:30 on weekdays and 01:00 on weekends. The breezy atmosphere and the Spanish effects in the
Address: Grandagarður 23, 101 Reykjavík
Especially good for brunch.
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The Coocoo's Nest
23 GrandagarðurAddress: Grandagarður 23, 101 Reykjavík
Especially good for brunch.
Address: Hverfisgata 26, 101 Reykjavík
a small chef-driven restaurant in the heart of Reykjavik, serving seasonal and sustainable Icelandic ingredients
Take away menue
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MAT BAR
26 HverfisgataAddress: Hverfisgata 26, 101 Reykjavík
a small chef-driven restaurant in the heart of Reykjavik, serving seasonal and sustainable Icelandic ingredients
Take away menue
Fish Market - Address: Aðalstræti 12, 101 Reykjavík
Influenced by Nordic fusion, but grounded in solid Icelandic cuisine. Book now. In the heart of Reykjavik. Icelandic Fresh Fishhouse. Our guests love our food. Easy Online Booking. Styles: Nordic fusion, Icelandic cuisine, Vanguard Gastronomy.
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Fiskmarkaðurinn
Fish Market - Address: Aðalstræti 12, 101 Reykjavík
Influenced by Nordic fusion, but grounded in solid Icelandic cuisine. Book now. In the heart of Reykjavik. Icelandic Fresh Fishhouse. Our guests love our food. Easy Online Booking. Styles: Nordic fusion, Icelandic cuisine, Vanguard Gastronomy.
At the botton of Ægisgata - very popular burger joint. There are two burger joints like this in Reykjavík. The one close to use - the classic Bullan by the old harbour - bullan.is - walk across the park in front of the house - down the street Ægisgata - and when at the bottom you will see Búllan.
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Tommi's Burger Joint
32 EyravegurAt the botton of Ægisgata - very popular burger joint. There are two burger joints like this in Reykjavík. The one close to use - the classic Bullan by the old harbour - bullan.is - walk across the park in front of the house - down the street Ægisgata - and when at the bottom you will see Búllan.
We serve starters of all sizes from around the world, made out of Iceland's freshest ingredients and seasonal game. Forrettabarinn is a true gem in the oldest part of town, in the fresh sea air down by the harbor.Our wine and beer-list matches perfectly the spirit of the ever changing menu of our sometimes "experimental kitchen".We offer you exciting new angles to traditional dishes with a vibrant atmosphere and warm service.
We serve starters of all sizes from around the world, made out of Iceland's freshest ingredients and seasonal game. Forrettabarinn is a true gem in the oldest part of town, in the fresh sea air down by the harbor.Our wine and beer-list matches perfectly the spirit of the ever changing menu of our sometimes "experimental kitchen".We offer you exciting new angles to traditional dishes with a vibrant atmosphere and warm service.
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Forettabarinn
14 NýlendugataWe serve starters of all sizes from around the world, made out of Iceland's freshest ingredients and seasonal game. Forrettabarinn is a true gem in the oldest part of town, in the fresh sea air down by the harbor.Our wine and beer-list matches perfectly the spirit of the ever changing menu of our sometimes "experimental kitchen".We offer you exciting new angles to traditional dishes with a vibrant atmosphere and warm service.
We serve starters of all sizes from around the world, made out of Iceland's freshest ingredients and seasonal game. Forrettabarinn is a true gem in the oldest part of town, in the fresh sea air down by the harbor.Our wine and beer-list matches perfectly the spirit of the ever changing menu of our sometimes "experimental kitchen".We offer you exciting new angles to traditional dishes with a vibrant atmosphere and warm service.
Pizza place close by - you can order pizze - special offers on Tuesdays.
Service options: Takeaway · Delivery
Address: Hjarðarhagi 45, Reykjavík
Hours:
Closes 12AM
Phone:+ 354 581 2345
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Domino's Pizza
45 HjarðarhagiPizza place close by - you can order pizze - special offers on Tuesdays.
Service options: Takeaway · Delivery
Address: Hjarðarhagi 45, Reykjavík
Hours:
Closes 12AM
Phone:+ 354 581 2345
If you want to sit down with cats, good coffee and cake /sandwich. The Cat Coffee house is the place.
Address: Bergstaðastræti 10a, 101 Reykjavík
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Kattakaffihúsið
10a BergstaðastrætiIf you want to sit down with cats, good coffee and cake /sandwich. The Cat Coffee house is the place.
Address: Bergstaðastræti 10a, 101 Reykjavík
Address: Hlésgata, 101 Reykjavík
In Vesturbugt Reykjavík harbour. The Fish & Chips Stall is located at the westernmost part of Reykjavík's main harbour. Open from 12-14 og 18-20
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Fish and Chips Vagninn
HlésgataAddress: Hlésgata, 101 Reykjavík
In Vesturbugt Reykjavík harbour. The Fish & Chips Stall is located at the westernmost part of Reykjavík's main harbour. Open from 12-14 og 18-20
Address: Grandagarður 8, 101 Reykjavík
Hours:
Monday 11:30AM–11PM
Tuesday 11:30AM–11PM
Wednesday 11:30AM–11PM
Thursday 11:30AM–11PM
Friday 11:30AM–1AM
Saturday 11:30AM–1AM
Sunday 11:30AM–11PM
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Bryggjan Brugghús
8 GrandagarðurAddress: Grandagarður 8, 101 Reykjavík
Hours:
Monday 11:30AM–11PM
Tuesday 11:30AM–11PM
Wednesday 11:30AM–11PM
Thursday 11:30AM–11PM
Friday 11:30AM–1AM
Saturday 11:30AM–1AM
Sunday 11:30AM–11PM
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Historical hot dog place in the centre of Reykjavík. Stall is located on Tryggvagata. President Bill Clinton asked for a hot dog with "sinnep" (mustard). Most Icelanders ask for "one with everything" - ein með öllu.
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Bæjarins Beztu Pylsur
1 TryggvagataHistorical hot dog place in the centre of Reykjavík. Stall is located on Tryggvagata. President Bill Clinton asked for a hot dog with "sinnep" (mustard). Most Icelanders ask for "one with everything" - ein með öllu.
Austur-Indíafélagið
56 HverfisgataIndian restaurant - considered to be very good.
BRÚT Restaurant
2 PósthússtrætiExcellent place for brunch!
Messinn
This place gets good recommendations.
Messinn
Very good for lunches.
BRÚT Restaurant
2 PósthússtrætiExcellent for brunch -opens 11.30 am on weekends.
Museums
The National Museum of Iceland was established on 24 February 1863, with Jón Árnason the first curator of the Icelandic collection, previously kept in Danish museums.
At Suðurgata
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National Museum of Iceland
41 SuðurgataThe National Museum of Iceland was established on 24 February 1863, with Jón Árnason the first curator of the Icelandic collection, previously kept in Danish museums.
At Suðurgata
The Settlement Exhibition Reykjavík 871±2 is an exhibition on the settlement of Reykjavík, Iceland, created by the Reykjavik City Museum. The exhibition is based on the archaeological excavation of the ruin of one of the first houses in Iceland and findings from other excavations in the city centre.
Walk down to the bottom of Túngata which is opposite Hávallagata. We are in the heart of the city and this is the oldest settlement in Iceland.
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The Settlement Exhibition
16 AðalstrætiThe Settlement Exhibition Reykjavík 871±2 is an exhibition on the settlement of Reykjavík, Iceland, created by the Reykjavik City Museum. The exhibition is based on the archaeological excavation of the ruin of one of the first houses in Iceland and findings from other excavations in the city centre.
Walk down to the bottom of Túngata which is opposite Hávallagata. We are in the heart of the city and this is the oldest settlement in Iceland.
Reykjavik Art Museum is the largest visual art institution in Iceland. It occupies three locations in Reykjavík; Hafnarhús by the old harbour, Kjarvalsstaðir by Klambratún and Ásmundarsafn in Laugardalur.
Located in: Reykjavík Art Museum Hafnarhús on Tryggvagata 17.
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Reykjavik kunstmuseum Hafnarhus
17 TryggvagataReykjavik Art Museum is the largest visual art institution in Iceland. It occupies three locations in Reykjavík; Hafnarhús by the old harbour, Kjarvalsstaðir by Klambratún and Ásmundarsafn in Laugardalur.
Located in: Reykjavík Art Museum Hafnarhús on Tryggvagata 17.
The National Gallery of Iceland is an art museum in Reykjavík which contains a collection of Icelandic art. The gallery features artwork of famous Icelandic artists and artwork that helps explain the traditional Icelandic culture.
On Fríkirkjuvegur 7 by the Pond.
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National Gallery of Iceland (Listasafn Islands)
The National Gallery of Iceland is an art museum in Reykjavík which contains a collection of Icelandic art. The gallery features artwork of famous Icelandic artists and artwork that helps explain the traditional Icelandic culture.
On Fríkirkjuvegur 7 by the Pond.
Museum with modern paintings & sculptures by well-known Icelandic artists, plus a cafe & gift shop.
Address: Flókagata 24, 105 Reykjavík
Named after Iceland's most famous painter: Johannes S. Kjarval.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jóhannes_Sveinsson_Kjarval
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Reykjavík Art Museum Kjarvalsstaðir
24 FlókagataMuseum with modern paintings & sculptures by well-known Icelandic artists, plus a cafe & gift shop.
Address: Flókagata 24, 105 Reykjavík
Named after Iceland's most famous painter: Johannes S. Kjarval.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jóhannes_Sveinsson_Kjarval
Veröld - The World - Institute of foreign languages in honour of Iceland's first female head of State, Vigdís Finnbogadóttir (President of Iceland 1980-1996). Latest building of the University of Iceland - close by our house: https://vigdis.hi.is/en/
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University of Iceland
2 SæmundargataVeröld - The World - Institute of foreign languages in honour of Iceland's first female head of State, Vigdís Finnbogadóttir (President of Iceland 1980-1996). Latest building of the University of Iceland - close by our house: https://vigdis.hi.is/en/
Árbæjarsafn is the historical museum of the city of Reykjavík as well as an open-air museum and a regional museum. Its purpose is to give the public an insight into the living conditions, work and recreational activities of the people of Reykjavík in earlier times.
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Árbær Open Air Museum
KistuhylurÁrbæjarsafn is the historical museum of the city of Reykjavík as well as an open-air museum and a regional museum. Its purpose is to give the public an insight into the living conditions, work and recreational activities of the people of Reykjavík in earlier times.
Sightseeing, walks, buildings
Right in front of our house on the Landakotpark.
Landakotskirkja, formally Basilika Krists konungs, is the cathedral of the Catholic Church in Iceland. Often referred to as Kristskirkja, Landakotskirkja is in the western part of Reykjavík, Iceland's capital city.
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Christ The King Cathedral
Right in front of our house on the Landakotpark.
Landakotskirkja, formally Basilika Krists konungs, is the cathedral of the Catholic Church in Iceland. Often referred to as Kristskirkja, Landakotskirkja is in the western part of Reykjavík, Iceland's capital city.
The Icelandic parliament (the Althing) on Austurvöllur. The Althing house is a classical 19th century structure which stands by Austurvöllur in central Reykjavík, Iceland. It houses Alþingi, the Icelandic parliament. The building was designed by Danish architect Ferdinand Meldahl and built using hewn dolerite from 1880 to 1881.
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Parlementshuis (Althingishus)
KirkjutorgThe Icelandic parliament (the Althing) on Austurvöllur. The Althing house is a classical 19th century structure which stands by Austurvöllur in central Reykjavík, Iceland. It houses Alþingi, the Icelandic parliament. The building was designed by Danish architect Ferdinand Meldahl and built using hewn dolerite from 1880 to 1881.
Reykjavík, city hall: Ráðhús Reykjavíkur is situated by the Tjörnin (the Pond) 3 minutes from our house. It houses the offices of the mayor of Reykjavík and a large 3D map of Iceland. The city hall is sometimes used for art exhibitions, functions or live music performances.
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Stadhuis Reykjavik
Reykjavík, city hall: Ráðhús Reykjavíkur is situated by the Tjörnin (the Pond) 3 minutes from our house. It houses the offices of the mayor of Reykjavík and a large 3D map of Iceland. The city hall is sometimes used for art exhibitions, functions or live music performances.
Museum and restaurant - at Öskjuhlíð. Closes 10 pm
A prominent landmark in the capital.
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Perlan
Museum and restaurant - at Öskjuhlíð. Closes 10 pm
A prominent landmark in the capital.
Tjörnin - the Pond - 3 minutes from our house - the Reykavík Pond. Take a walk around it and enjoy the garden with statutes.
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Tjörnin
Tjörnin - the Pond - 3 minutes from our house - the Reykavík Pond. Take a walk around it and enjoy the garden with statutes.
Go for an evening or morning walk by the sea to the lighthouse. Enjoy all the birds and take off your socks and shoes and let them soak in the hot tub by the sea.
From September to April you may be able to see the Northern Lights from this spot. 15 - 20 minute walk from house.
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Grótta Island Lighthouse
Go for an evening or morning walk by the sea to the lighthouse. Enjoy all the birds and take off your socks and shoes and let them soak in the hot tub by the sea.
From September to April you may be able to see the Northern Lights from this spot. 15 - 20 minute walk from house.