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Things to do in Reykjavik, Capital Region: The Best Museums
Reykjavik bears the distinction of being the world’s northernmost capital, and for many Icelandic visitors it also serves as a gateway to the rugged adventure options beyond. Recharge after outdoor pursuits in one of the many geothermal springs or luxurious indoor spas. We appreciate Reykjavik’s open-minded and energetic culture that includes a hip and internationally recognized music and arts scene, great food and notoriously "enthusiastic" nightlife.
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1. Galleri Korpulfsstadir
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Art Gallery in an old dairy farmhouse, now used for art workshops as well as a gallery. Have a look at various artworks and designs from Icelandic artists and designers. When you visit you will be welcomed by one of the artists since they take turns attending the Gallery.
2. Gallery ART67
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5.0 based on 4 reviews
We are a cooperation gallery run by 14 local artist. We are ten painters and four that work with pottery and glass. Once a month we have a guest artist with us. You can find a excellent modern art variety and we offer free shipping all over the world with the bigger paintings. Be very welcome to visit us and meet the artists at our colorful gallery.
3. Dead Gallery/Studio
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
Dead Gallery is run by artist, Jón Saemundur (b. 1968). It was established in 2003 and is a storefront and exhibition place for Jon's artwork and designs. Available are unique hand-printed items such as T-shirts, posters and prints. Death and life has been an important theme in Jón's work for the past years and his most known work is the Dead concept, which he started in 2003 till this day.
4. Tales from Iceland
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5.0 based on 539 reviews
Dear traveler, we regret to announce that as of March 18, Tales from Iceland will be closed until further notice, due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Reviewed By tonyh486
If you want to find out about the country in a fantastic way this is a great place to visit. We had a discount on admission as a result of a trip to the golden circle but this is worth the full price of admission. The virtual reality tour of some of the wonderful sight's of this wonderful country is worth it on it's own. A bonus is complimentary hot and cold drinks, and you are not pressured to leave as at the moment there's not too many visitors finding this experience. 10/10
5. The Living Art Museum
6. Arbaer Open Air Museum
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4.5 based on 668 reviews
Árbær Open Air Museum - A day out of time Reykjavík's open-air museum, where you can stroll through the past and experience the way we lived. Fun, fascinating and full of surprises, this living museum takes you on a journey through time. Reykjavík's early history is preserved in a series of lovingly-restored homes, where you'll encounter costumed guides, grazing animals and traditional crafts. Exhibitions, demonstrations and tours reveal how Reykjavík came to life, from a few scattered farms to a vibrant capital city. JUNE - AUGUST Open daily 10 AM - 5 PM. SEPTEMBER - MAY Open daily 1 PM - 5 PM. Daily guided tours in English, all year round, at 1 PM - no booking necessary. No guided tours on Dec 25, Jan 1, Good Friday & Easter Sunday. Árbær Open Air Museum is part of Reykjavík City Museum: One museum in five unique places. Welcome!
Reviewed By O3023AWmikes - Swansea, United Kingdom
Like St Fagan's in Wales this venue preserves Iceland's historic buildings and was a lovely place to visit with the fresh snow fall. Staff were very friendly and helpful, chatting about the structures and Icelandic culture, they also kindly gave us free coffee.
7. Reykjavik Art Museum Asmundarsafn
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4.5 based on 183 reviews
Reykjavik Art Museum is the leading art museum in Iceland and has three locations in Reykjavik: Hafnarhus, Kjarvalsstadir and Asmundarsafn. Asmundarsafn is the former home and workshop of the sculptor Asmundur Sveinsson, who designed and mostly constructed this building himself in Laugardalur. The museum served to preserve his work and life, and displays the largest collection of his sculptures both inside and outside the building. Asmundur's art greatly reflects his lifelong interest in the Icelandic sagas, folk tales and classical mythology.
Reviewed By Mazli2016 - Budapest, Hungary
In this fantastic building you can see the wide range of magnificient works of the great and talented sculptor, Asmundur Sveinsson.
8. Einar Jonsson Museum (Listasafn Einars Jonssonar)
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4.5 based on 399 reviews
Reviewed By Margo7850p
This sculpture garden and museum is steps away from the landmark Hallgrimskirkja church. It's filled with interesting, thought provoking art. The garden is calm and secluded from the outside noise of tourists visiting the church. One of my favourite places in Reykjavik. This garden with sculptures and the nearby museum have something magical. Free entrance to the garden , so definitely don't miss it.
9. Natural History Museum of Kopavogur
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4.5 based on 10 reviews
10. Perlan
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4.5 based on 2,446 reviews
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).
Reviewed By 539BarbaraS539
Visited on a free evening in Reykjavik, great planetarium show, also interesting exhibitions about Icelandic flora and fauna, geology and an ice cave, estaurant and bar at the top of the dome giving great views over the city, restaurant revolves so get a 360 degree view, worth visiting, interesting for children, lots of engaging activities
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