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Perlan - Wonders of Iceland
Reykjavik
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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The Icelandic Music History Museum
Reykjavik
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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Gerðarsafn – Kópavogur Art Museum
Reykjavik
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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Reykjavík Maritime Museum
Reykjavik
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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Art Gallery Fold
Reykjavik
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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Mink Viking Portrait
Reykjavik
Mink viking portrait studio specializes in the art of turning mere mortals into fierce vikings. Mink studios employs artisans and experts in the ways of the vikings and the norse tradition.
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Fjorukrain - Viking Village
Reykjavik
The Viking Village is personal family business in the restaurant and hotel business. It is located in Hafnarfjörður a lovely town by the sea and our facilities have ocean front views, delightful sunsets and often in the wintertime we see th
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Einar Jónsson Museum
Reykjavik
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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Ásgrímur Jónsson Museum - The Artist‘s Home
Reykjavik
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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Whales of Iceland
Reykjavik
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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Numismatic Museum
Reykjavik
The Central Bank and National Museum of Iceland jointly operate a numismatic collection according to an agreement ratified by the Minister of Education, Science and Culture on January 28, 1985. The agreement states that both institutions' n
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The National Museum of Iceland
Reykjavik
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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Lotta Theatre Group
Reykjavik
The Lotta Theatre Group was founded in the fall of 2006. It was founded by nine individuals who all had a passionate interest in acting and were extremely frustrated with the theaters going on summer vacation. What are enthusiastic amateur
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Reykjavik Museum of Photography
Reykjavik
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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The Icelandic Phallological Museum
Reykjavik
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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Geothermal Exhibition at Hellisheiðarvirkjun
Reykjavik
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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Hidden Worlds Walking Tours
Reykjavik
Hafnarfjördur is renowned for having one of Iceland's largest colonies of elves, dwarves and other spiritual beings, which (translating from the Icelandic) are collectively called "Hidden Folk". Centuries-old folklore says that whole famili
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Gallery Kogga
Reykjavik
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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Borgarleikhúsið
Reykjavik
Reykjavik Theater Company is the oldest theater company that has worked continuously in Iceland and is also one of the oldest operating cultural companies in the country. Since the opening of the City Theater, the Reykjavík Theater Company
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Laxness Museum - Gljúfrasteinn
Reykjavik
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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Sigurjón Ólafsson Museum
Reykjavik
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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Reykjavik City Museum
Reykjavik
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 Nordic house
Reykjavik
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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Reykjavík Art Museum - Hafnarhús
Reykjavik
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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The Pharmacy Museum of Iceland
Reykjavik
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
Reykjavik
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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National Gallery of Iceland
Reykjavik
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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Arbaer Open air Museum
Reykjavik
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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Museum of Design and Applied Art
Reykjavik
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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Hafnarfjörður Museum
Reykjavik
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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Aurora Reykjavík
Reykjavik
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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Mosfellsbær Art Gallery and Library
Reykjavik
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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Þjóðleikhúsið
Reykjavik
The National Theatre of Iceland has been a leading institution of the Icelandic theatre scene since the formal opening on April 20th 1950. With its varied selection of different productions, The National Theatre endeavours to stimulate inte
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Flóki Icelandic Whisky
Reykjavik
Eimverk Distillery is Iceland's first whisky distillery and a perfect destination for whisky fans and for anyone with an interest in Icelandic Spirits. We are also the only distillery producing spirits from 100% Icelandic grains, we make Fl
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Hofsstaðir Historic Park
Reykjavik
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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Magic Ice Bar & Gallery
Reykjavik
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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Gaflaraleikhúsið
Reykjavik
Gaflaraleikhúsið is a group of professionals who have run a small theater at Víkingastræti in Hafnarfjordur since 2011. The future goal of the theater is to build a powerful professional theater in Iceland that emphasizes good and quality p
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The Living Art Museum
Reykjavik
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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Reykjavík Art Museum - Ásmundarsafn
Reykjavik
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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Saga Museum
Reykjavik
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 Handknitting Association
Reykjavik
In November 1977, a group of people, mainly women, founded The Handknitting Association of Iceland. Their aim was to increase their income by knitting and selling sweaters and other garments from the unique wool characterstic of the Iceland
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The Settlement Exhibition
Reykjavik
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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Reykjavík Art Museum - Kjarvalsstaðir
Reykjavik
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
Reykjavik
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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Hafnarborg – the Hafnarfjörður Centre of Culture and Fine Art
Reykjavik
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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Harpa Concert Hall and Conference Centre
Reykjavik
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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Reykjavik Botanic Garden
Reykjavik
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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Ölvisholt brewery
Reykjavik
Ölvisholt Brewery is located at Grandatröð 4, Hafnarfjörður. It was founded in 2007 by two neighboring farmers in South Iceland who had a true passion for beer. You can find our beers at all the best bars in Iceland and in the state liquor
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