Reykjavik, worth a visit
A truly remarkable city
Reykjavik is a small city it contains low, brightly painted houses and has a vibrant artistic and musical scene. With a famously pulsating nightlife and an unforgettably romantic setting, amidst amazing scenery. It is home to an extensive collection museums and galleries which also ensure a Reykjavik break will offer plenty of cultural interest. The Old Town with its charming wooden houses, parks and lakes, has an easy going small-town atmosphere. A city break in Reykjavik would offer an insight into the unique culture and history of Iceland. You can see this via a collection of museums and galleries, and it shows in Iceland’s strong sense of cultural identity.
Amazing landscapes
A break in Reykjavik could include excursions to volcanoes, geysers, glaciers, waterfalls and lava fields. Other activities could include whale watching, riding snowmobiles, 4X4 tours, playing golf, and skiing. And no break in Reykjavik is complete unless you have visited the famous geothermal hot baths and swimming pools. This is a unique experience, particularly if visited in the depths of the Icelandic winter.
Sightseeing
‘Austurvöllur square’ which is in the Old Town is home to the Althingishús, the world’s oldest functioning parliament. The Lutheran cathedral in the city dates back to the 18th century. The charming streets of the Old Town are a delight. Then kick start the evening in one of the city’s trendy cafes or bars and then move on to one of a good choice of classy Reykjavik restaurants. You could always find cheaper ethnic and take-out food. If you follow the crowds in the central streets of Reykjavik to find the trendiest places the pubs tend to get busy towards midnight and many of the clubs go on until well into the morning.
Thermal Baths & Spas
The Reykjavik thermal pools and spas are one of the perfect ways to relax after a night out. They are also a great way to observe part of the Icelandic social life. These pools feature “hot pots” and there is at least 6 pools in the city. ‘Laugardalslaug’ has the largest pool in the city, plus a slide, hot pots and a steam bath as well. If you venture outside the city, the ‘Blue Lagoon’ spa is set in a weird lava field and offers massage, beauty treatments and has a restaurant. Don’t forget there is the extraordinary scenery on the doorstep to the city, the Hafnarfjorður suburb is a fascinating harbour area within the city that is home to a sculpture garden, lighthouse, museums and yet more thermal heated pools.
