Things to do in Capital Region, Capital Region: The Best Points of Interest & Landmarks

HANNESARHOLT is a hidden gem a few blocks from the center of Reykjavik. Historic home of the late Hannes Hafstein, Iceland’s first Minister of State, poet and politician. Built in 1915, and remained a home until 2007, now restored and opened to the public. • Cafe and restaurant in the delightful dining rooms on the first floor • City walks from Hannesarholt of the historic center of town by appointment • Cultural events and musical performances year round in the music hall • Conference rooms – private parties • Historic short doc on Hannes Hafstein and the formative years of the city HANNESARHOLT IS THE PERFECT PLACE FOR A NOURISHING VISIT IN A UNIQUE ATMOSPHERE, AT THE GATE BETWEEN THE PAST AND THE PRESENT.

Reykjavik Walk! Walk downtown Reykjavik with a historian talking about the city, Icelandic history, culture and traditions. At every stop you see photos of the same spots 100 years ago, so you can see better how live was around 1900 and how fast all changes have been in Reykjavik. We start at Harpa and stroll around the city for about two hours. Then your guide goes with you to Borgartun 1, to The Tin Can Factory, and you relax and enjoy the excellent view and eat our very good Icelandic lamb-soup and drink Icelandic beer. In the end you get warm Icelandic pancakes with homemade Icelandic jam and cream and the opportunity to make your own, using a 40, 60 or 80 years old pancake-pan. Perfect way of finishing your day or starting your fun in the evening. Language, culture, history, food and fun!

A one and half hour tour focuses on Iceland's pop and rock history and the landmark sites that have contributed to it's remarkable success abroad. The walk is guided by Arnar Eggert, Iceland's foremost popular music historian and journalist. Arnar can answer any questions about the fertile Icelandic music scene. The tour is free of charge and relies solely on contribution from partakers.

Perlan is a must-visit landmark and Nature Exploratorium. In our Wonders of Iceland exhibitions, you learn all about Icelandic nature in interactive and fun ways. Natural wonders come alive at your fingertips – volcanoes, northern lights, glaciers, ocean-life, seabirds, and so much more. You explore a real ice cave, sit back in a first-class Planetarium, have fun with interactive displays, and enjoy views all over Reykjavík city. You can catch our Áróra Planetarium show on the half hour in the English language and on the full hour in Icelandic from 10:30 AM until 5:30 PM, every day! On Perlan’s top floor, there is a café and fantastic views. (Free parking).