Food Scene
hverfisgata 12
12 HverfisgataOne of my favorite pizzerias in the city.
Best gastro-pub in Reykjavik. Wide selection of Icelandic beer on tab.
176 locals recommend
Kex Hostel Reykjavik
28 SkúlagataBest gastro-pub in Reykjavik. Wide selection of Icelandic beer on tab.
My favorite for fine dining. Important to reserve a table in time.
103 locals recommend
Dill Restaurant
My favorite for fine dining. Important to reserve a table in time.
Snaps Bistro
1 ÞórsgataGood food and nice atmosphere.
Bergsson Mathús
3 TemplarasundOpen early in the morning, prefered for breakfast and brunch.
Favorite brunch, "egg florentine" have not found anything better. Also Taco Tuesday.
182 locals recommend
The Coocoo's Nest
23 GrandagarðurFavorite brunch, "egg florentine" have not found anything better. Also Taco Tuesday.
After you have been to the pool opposite of the street it's ideal to have coffee and some refreshments here. Then you can take a walk down Hofsvallagata to Ægissíða and walk beside the ocean .
218 locals recommend
Kaffihús Vesturbæjar
20 MelhagiAfter you have been to the pool opposite of the street it's ideal to have coffee and some refreshments here. Then you can take a walk down Hofsvallagata to Ægissíða and walk beside the ocean .
Everything Else
Swimming pools are as important in Icelandic culture as pubs in the UK. This is a very nice one.
458 locals recommend
Vesturbæjarlaug
HofsvallagataSwimming pools are as important in Icelandic culture as pubs in the UK. This is a very nice one.
For ocean swimming and hot tub, dive in to the small heated lagoon or dip in to the ocean and enjoy the hot tub afterwards.
434 locals recommend
Nauthólsvík Geothermal Beach
For ocean swimming and hot tub, dive in to the small heated lagoon or dip in to the ocean and enjoy the hot tub afterwards.
Beautiful panoramic viewpoint. On dark winter nights you might be able to see the northern lights. Bus number takes you almost there.
118 locals recommend
Grótta
8 SuðurströndBeautiful panoramic viewpoint. On dark winter nights you might be able to see the northern lights. Bus number takes you almost there.
Shopping
Icelandic design, beautiful sweaters and so much more.
31 locals recommend
Farmers & Friends / Farmers Market - flagship store & design studio
2 HólmaslóðIcelandic design, beautiful sweaters and so much more.
Icelandic and international design. Perfect place to pick up woolen socks, mittens and hat if you forgot yours at home.
72 locals recommend
Geysir
16 SkólavörðustígurIcelandic and international design. Perfect place to pick up woolen socks, mittens and hat if you forgot yours at home.
Arts & Culture
The National Museum of Iceland’s permanent exhibition, Making of a Nation. I's a place that I like to visit and often go. The exhibition, the cafe and the museum store are all a favorite.
393 locals recommend
National Museum of Iceland
41 SuðurgataThe National Museum of Iceland’s permanent exhibition, Making of a Nation. I's a place that I like to visit and often go. The exhibition, the cafe and the museum store are all a favorite.