Why Reykjavik?
Reykjavik: The land of fire and ice.
Iceland has 30 Active volcanic systems. Of those 30, only 13 have
erupted since Iceland was settled in 874 AD. On average, Iceland
experiences a volcanic eruption roughly once every four years which
is incredibly regular. However, if you take into account both
Iceland’s active and dormant volcanoes, then there are actually 48
on the island.
Iceland has 269 glaciers which come in a
variety of types: ice caps, outlet glaciers, mountain glaciers,
alpine, piedmont and cirque glaciers and ice streams. the best known
glacier in Iceland is Vatnajökull, which at 8,300 sq. km, it is by
far Europe’s largest glacier. In fact, all of Europe’s other
glaciers combined would still be smaller. Though it’s hard to give
an exact age of all of Iceland’s glaciers, it is suspected that
Vatnajökull started to form 2500 years ago, well after the last ice
age.
Food & Drinks
Delicious Eateries in Reykjavik.
Laundromat Cafe
A unique coffee house in the heart of Reykjavík. Very family friendly as there is a children's area downstairs. As the name suggests there is a fully functioning self service laundromat for those who would like to wash their clothes whilst relaxing with a book and a meal.
Address:
Austurstræti 9, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland
We ordered:
Pancakes, Basic Brunch,
Apple Juice, Cappuccino, Mimosa.
Pósthús Food Hall & Bar
If you're in the mood for delectable food, Pósthús Mathöll has covered you. Whether you prefer traditional or innovative cuisine, savory or sweet dishes, you'll find something to tantalize your taste buds here. Many options exist, from gourmet Italian pizzas to delicious sushi and flavorful hand-crafted cocktails.
Address:
Pósthússtræti 5 101, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland
We ordered:
Mossley Taco in Chicken & Tempura & FukuMama Rice Noodles with Grilled Oomph.
Lebowski Bar
Lebowski Bar was designed by American architects in the spirit of The Big Lebowski, serving burgers, milkshakes, and 23 variations of a White Russian, film protagonist Jeffrey "The Dude" Lebowski's drink of choice. The place is divided into four different areas; a bowling area, the American porch, the diner/dancefloor, and Upstairs with a sitting room and an outdoor area.
Address:
Laugavegur 20a, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland
We ordered:
The Stranger, The Bunny Lebowski
Da Fino.
Day & Night Trips
Tours from Reykjavik
South Coast Full Day Tour by Minibus from Reykjavik
This full-day tour of the South Coast explores glaciers, waterfalls, a volcano, and a puffin habitat. Travel in a Wi-Fi-equipped Mercedes Benz minibus, which allows you to upload photos to social media with ease. Stop at Seljalandsfoss and Skogafoss waterfalls, find views of Sólheimajökull glacier and Eyjafjallajökull volcano, and then look for puffins on a black-sand beach. Your guide provides information crucial to understanding Iceland's eco-system throughout the tour.
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Golden Circle Full Day Tour from Reykjavik by Minibus
Travel between Thingvellir National Park, the Geysir Geyser, and Gulfoss Waterfall with ease and efficiency on a tour of the Golden Circle route from Reykjavik. A perfect introduction for first-time visitors, this tour includes convenient hotel pickup and drop-off, and transportation by a coach equipped with Wi-Fi. At each stop, listen to informative guide commentary and have ample time to explore.
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Northern Lights Bus Tour from Reykjavik
The northern lights are famously tricky to see, so increase your chances by booking this tour from Reykjavik led by an experienced aurora hunter. Leave nighttime driving to the experts and travel outside the city, away from light pollution, to a location specially selected for its optimal aurora-viewing qualities. Avoid disappointment with the knowledge that if you don't see the lights, you can join the tour another night for free.