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Top 10 Things To Do In Reykjavik

If you are visiting Reykjavik, there's plenty to do in this city full of so much fun and adventure. In fact, the opportunities in Reykjavik are endless, and you will have excellent exposure to nature, as well as, superb culture and history. Reykjavik is home to about 200 thousand inhabitants and is a symbol of sights, as well as, activities that will blow your mind from culture and tourism to nature and nightlife.
Of course, just like with most cities around the world, there is always plenty of activity. In fact, if we decide to list all the fabulous experiences that Reykjavik has to offer, we would exhaust virtually all the scrolls in the world. Here, we present to you the top 10 things to do if you find yourself in Reykjavik –
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10. Learn About History and Culture

If it is your love for history and culture that brings you to Reykjavik, then, you will find plenty of it here. There's lots of information for you regarding the natural environment of Iceland, as well as, its wildlife and you can decide what historical museum you would love to visit.

There’s the Árbær Museum, Iceland’s National Museum, as well as, the Saga Museum. If you have an interest in nature, the Maritime Museum, the Aurora Reykjavik, and more will really interest you. Of course, there’s slot of amazing things to do in Reykjavik.

9. Pay Harpa Concert Hall a Visit

Just along the Old Harbour, you’ll find the Harpa Concert Hall which is a glass building that is worth seeing. The architecture is totally breathtaking, and you can get to take superb pictures both outside and inside. During the weekend, the concert hall usually comes alive with activities, and it will delight you to watch the Symphonic Orchestra of Iceland as they rehearse or you can attend a concert to see very famous bands in Iceland.

Sónar Reykjavík really takes place in this concert hall. Harpa usually plays host to Iceland Airwaves, including the fashion festival in Reykjavik, events, and talks which take place during Design March and more. If you're someone who likes to stroke, then, you could pay a visit to the outdoor sculpture, a green hill that is called Þúfa. This hill is circular, and you could take a walk atop it to view the Harpa Hall from a beautiful spot. Moreover, you could stroll along Grandi.

8. Food All The Way 

When it comes to international and local dishes, Reykjavik is truly amazing. If you love seafood and grilled meats, then, you would love the restaurants here. Then again, the restaurants specialize in dishes from countries like Mexico, Japan, India, Thailand, Italy, and even Ethiopia.

The local dishes are focused on lamb, as well as, seafood and what would be lovelier than placing an order for the fish-of-the-day at a Reykjavik restaurant. One dish you will greatly love can be found at Matur og Drykkur which serves the head of a cod cooked fantastically in chicken stock. Travelers will recommend the Icelandic hot dog to you which is arguably one of the most delicious in the world. 

7. The Nightlife 

Surely the people of Reykjavik love to party and the nightlife here is massive. The cafes stay open up until 1 a.m. from Sunday all through to Thursday. Then, the parties on Fridays and Saturdays go on until 5 am. Live music is played at bars and cafes, and Reykjavik is simply immersed in live entertainment also. You get to see drag shows, musical shows, cabaret performances, comedy, opera, and more. Lebowski Bar Pictured above. 
In some cafes, live jazz sessions go down every week and on Sunday nights, Bryggian Brewery obvious. You will find the same at Hurra, Kex Hostel, and Peterson Suite on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday nights. Events are held at IÐNÓ almost every night;