Minimalist building houses Sundholl, Iceland’s oldest public pool, dating to 1937. Both indoor and outdoor pools are 25 meters long, complete with hot tubs, steam room and ice bath. Nothing better than soaking outdoors with sleet, snow and rain, forming icicles in your hair. Open early to late, in the center or Reykjavik

Reykjavik Art Museum is housed in three buildings: Hafnarhus, Kjarvalsstafir and Asmundarsafn. Ever-changing exhibitions.

View manmade, life size models of the various whale species found in Icelandic waters throughout its natural history.

Concert hall and conference center with stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean and surrounding mountains. Designed by Olafur Eliasson, Henning Larsen Architects and Batteríið Architects. Harpa has won numerous architectural awards. Why Harpa? Harpa is an old Icelandic word that refers to a time of year and is a month in the old Nordic calendar. Harpa also refers to the instrument that resembles a harp from a certain angle.

Spectacular selection of candies from all over the world, situated in the center of town. Particular emphasis on Icelandic chocolates and licorice of all types, sizes and shapes.

Importers and roasters of coffee beans with the goal of brewing them “to the best of their abilities.” Serving in comfortable cafes in Reykjavik.

Spectacular selection of tapas, including top-notch lamb and fish, served in the shadows of Hallgrimskirkja. Cozy and inviting dining room and bar; be sure to indulge in cantaloupe and licorice for dessert.

the Alþing general assembly was established near 930 and convened there until 1798. Major events in the history of Iceland have taken place at Þingvellir and it is held in high regard by all Icelanders. The park lies in a valley between the North American tectonic plate and Eurasia.

The Blue Lagoon is an outdoor geothermal pool and is among the most popular attractions in Iceland. It is located in a lava field in Grindavik, in an area favorable for Geothermal power.

The geothermal water originates 2,000 metres below the surface, where freshwater and seawater combine at high temperatures. It is then harnessed via drilling holes at a nearby geothermal power plant, Svartsengi, to create electricity and hot water for nearby communities.

On its way to the surface, the water picks up silica, sulphur and other minerals. When the water emerges, its temperature is generally between 96 to 102°F). but other variables including weather and time of year, the water temperature fluctuates beyond this range.

The waters  are said to have helped people with skin disease. The manmade lagoon is fed by water output from the nearby geothermal power plant Svartsengi and is milky blue and mineral rich, which is renewed every one to two days.

Other features of Blue Lagoon include sauna, steam room, in-water massage, fine dining room and casual snack areas. Advance reservations are necessary and be ready to travel a bit over an hour from Reykjavik. One of the twenty-five natural wonders of the world.

Geysir lies in the Haukadalur valley on the slopes of Laugarfjall hill, The English word geyser is derived from Geysir. Gaysir explodes and the Strokkur spouts water 30 meters high every few minutes. The geysers in Haukadalur are situated in an active geothermal area

Waterfall located in the canyon of the Olfusa river in southwestern Iceland. Part of the Golden Circle tour. The water plummets down 32 meters in two stages into a canyon which walls reach up to 70 meters in height. Look for the spectacular rainbow on a sunny day.

Hallgrimskirkja is both an Evangelical-Lutheran parish church and a national sanctuary in Iceland. The Icelandic parliament accounced in 1929 that they were to be responsible for the church being built. Guðjón Samúelsson began working on the design in 1937. Inspiration came from the Islandic landscape with mountains and soaring glaciers. Construction on the church began in 1945 and worked progressed until completion in 1986.

In addition to social lodging, visit Sæmundur í Sparifötunum gastropub, Drinx, Baxtur, Raxtur salon, Gym+Tonic. All in a convenient downtown location near the water.

Boutique hotel comprised of several repurposed buildings tied together in an interesting and contemporary way. Within the hotel you will find:

Sandholt Bakery is one of Iceland’s most well regarded bakeries and cafe.

Sandbar + Bistro for breakfast, lunch, dinner and creative cocktails.

Guðsteinn Eyjólfsson dressing gentleman for over a century.