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  • Our editors recommend these diverse local experiences.

1. Perlan ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

2. Aurora Reykjavik Northern Lights Center ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Attractions
Aurora Reykjavik Northern Lights Center
© Aurora Reykjavík Northern Lights Center

3. The Settlement Exhibition

The Settlement Exhibition
© The Settlement Exhibition

4. Nautholsvik Geothermal Beach

Category: Beaches
Nautholsvik Geothermal Beach
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5. Harpa Concert Hall and Conference Centre

Category: Entertainment
Harpa Concert Hall and Conference Centre
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6. Hallgrimskirkja Church

Hallgrimskirkja Church
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7. Hotel Holt

Category: Accommodations
Hotel Holt
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8. The National Museum of Iceland

Category: Museums & Culture
The National Museum of Iceland
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9. Reykjavik Residence Hotel

Category: Accommodations
Reykjavik Residence Hotel
© Reykjavik Residence Hotel

10. Imagine Peace Tower

Imagine Peace Tower
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11. Hlemmur Square Hotel and Hostel

Category: Accommodations
Hlemmur Square Hotel and Hostel
© Hlemmur Square Hotel and Hostel

12. Free Walking Tour Reykjavik

Tours
Free Walking Tour Reykjavik
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13. 101 Hotel

Category: Accommodations
101 Hotel
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14. The Icelandic Opera

The Icelandic Opera
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15. Ishetar Riding Tours

Tours
Ishetar Riding Tours
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16. Iceland Fishing Guide

Category: Food & Drink
Iceland Fishing Guide
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17. Grillmarkadurinn Restaurant

Category: Food & Drink
Grillmarkadurinn Restaurant
© Grillmarkadurinn Restaurant

Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • Reykjavik, Iceland, is a fascinating capital city where nature and modern lifestyle combine in surprising ways.
  • Visitors are surrounded by stunning scenery, beautiful architecture, and a diverse selection of museums, restaurants, and hotels.
  • Dine at Perlan, a revolving restaurant with 360-degree views of the city, visit the Northern Lights Center, swim at the Nauthólsvík geothermal beach, take a free guided walking tour of the city, and listen to an opera performance.
  • Here are the best things to do in Reykjavik, Iceland.

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