Enjoy Reykjavík
The Reykjavik area has a lot to offer for visitors, all year round. Whether you’re driving or walking, you’ll find activities and attractions suited to your interests and needs. Day tours, sightseeing in the city, enjoying nature, tasting local food, exploring museums — those are all things you can experience when renting an apartment in Reykjavík! On this page we’ll share some of the things that we recommend experiencing.
Attractions
The Sun Voyager is a steel sculpture that resembles a Viking long-ship. It’s a popular visitation point amongst travelers, located on Reykjavik’s waterfront.
Harpa is one of Reykjavík’s most striking buildings and a center of cultural and social life, in the very heart of the city.
Hallgrímskirkja is the tallest building in Reykjavík and one of the most iconic landmarks in Reykjavik, designed by Gudjon Samuelsson.
Close to Hallgrímskirkja, you’ll find another building designed by the same architect, the Swimming Hall of Reykjavik. Experience the local culture of visiting the swimming pool, which is warm all year round.
In only a few minutes driving distance from Reykjavik, in Kopavogur, you’ll find the amazing Sky lagoon. Immerse yourself in warmth at the oceanside geothermal lagoon, as the North Atlantic Ocean stretches out before you.
In the historical building Perlan, you’ll find the one of a kind exhibition Wonders of Iceland, where you can walk through a real ice cave and experience a Northern lights show.
Tours
Reykjavik Food Walk
A small group of proud local food lovers who are passionate about sharing Iceland’s incredible cuisines with fun, hungry and curious travelers!
Hop On-Hop Off - City sightseeing
Explore Reykjavík at your leisure, with the opportunity to hop on and off at conveniently located bus stops.
Into the Glacier
Visit Langjökull glacier ice cave, the man-made ice cave and Iceland’s second largest glacier – from the inside! A day tour, with a scenic stop at Hraunfossar waterfalls.
Northern Lights Tour
Bus trip and local guidance. Experts decide where the best location is each night. Available from late August to mid-April.
Blue Lagoon
Bus fare from BSÍ bus station, entrance to the Blue Lagoon, silica mud mask, use of a towel, and a drink of your choice. Once-in-a-lifetime experience!
Snæfellsnes Peninsula
Beautiful mountain views, black sand beaches, rock belts down to the shore, lava fields, beautiful villages and the mysterious Snæfellsjökull glacier. Minibus with tour guide.
Golden Circle and Friðheimar
Iceland's most famous landmarks and a visit to Friðheimar greenhouse. The classic Golden Circle with a sustainable twist!
At Heimaleiga you’ll find a variety of apartments to rent, while discovering the land of fire and ice.
