Guidebook for Reykjavík
Food Scene
One of the top restaurants in Iceland. A truly unique experience.
100 locals recommend
Matur og Drykkur
2 GrandagarðurOne of the top restaurants in Iceland. A truly unique experience.
Everything is good there! just ask us, we've tried everything on the menu.
288 locals recommend
Snaps Bistro
1 ÞórsgataEverything is good there! just ask us, we've tried everything on the menu.
its good! its kind of pricy in the evenings (still well worth it) but do go at lunchtime and get the fish of the day -HEAVEN!
70 locals recommend
Kopar
3 Geirsgataits good! its kind of pricy in the evenings (still well worth it) but do go at lunchtime and get the fish of the day -HEAVEN!
This is one of the oldest places in Iceland were people go solely to get breakfast. A must see!
31 locals recommend
The Grey Cat
16a HverfisgataThis is one of the oldest places in Iceland were people go solely to get breakfast. A must see!
This is Iceland's first and only Michelin star restaurant! Such an amazing experience! well worth the money... but be sure to book in advance they are always full.
103 locals recommend
Dill Restaurant
This is Iceland's first and only Michelin star restaurant! Such an amazing experience! well worth the money... but be sure to book in advance they are always full.
This pizza place has no name (only an adress) and is owned by one of our michelin chefs (the one at DiLL). they make the best pizza and the bar upstairs; Mikkeller serves crafty amazing beers. also the interior is so nice! But most of all -This is the best pizza in the world -they way pizza was meant to be!
57 locals recommend
hverfisgata 12
12 HverfisgataThis pizza place has no name (only an adress) and is owned by one of our michelin chefs (the one at DiLL). they make the best pizza and the bar upstairs; Mikkeller serves crafty amazing beers. also the interior is so nice! But most of all -This is the best pizza in the world -they way pizza was meant to be!
Best cafe in town! (3-5 min. walk)
A must try for coffee lovers. You can also find it on Kárastígur close to the church. Hipster friendly.
245 locals recommend
Reykjavik Roasters
1 KárastígurBest cafe in town! (3-5 min. walk)
A must try for coffee lovers. You can also find it on Kárastígur close to the church. Hipster friendly.
By far the best bakery in town!
Delicious bread and pastries made from organic ingredients. Opens very early. A must try! we love the pesto and sourdough bread ;)
316 locals recommend
Brauð & Co.
16 FrakkastígurBy far the best bakery in town!
Delicious bread and pastries made from organic ingredients. Opens very early. A must try! we love the pesto and sourdough bread ;)
Drinks & Nightlife
Kaffibarinn
Iconic bar/club. Hipster friendly
Kaldi Bar
20a LaugavegurB5
For dancing and being around posh beautiful people.
Arts & Culture
Home to one Iceland's most famous painter. Jóhannes Kjarval. Also a nice place to grab a coffee (closes at 5 pm.)
276 locals recommend
Reykjavík Art Museum Kjarvalsstaðir
24 FlókagataHome to one Iceland's most famous painter. Jóhannes Kjarval. Also a nice place to grab a coffee (closes at 5 pm.)
National Gallery of Iceland (Listasafn Islands)
Reykjavik Art Museum Hafnarhus
17 TryggvagataParks & Nature
Klambratún
4 AusturstrætiCosy on a sunny day to sit down with a picnic basket.
Gullfoss
Geysir
HaukadalsvegurÞingvellir National Park
Shopping
Kringlan
Shopping mall to grab essentials and Icelandic stuff :)
Reykjavík's main shopping street. Lined with cafe's, bars and interesting people.
328 locals recommend
Laugavegur
LaugavegurReykjavík's main shopping street. Lined with cafe's, bars and interesting people.
Getting Around
Hlemmur Mathöll
107 LaugavegurThis is where you grab a bus.
Get on a bus to Iceland's greatest feature. Our amazing nature.
13 locals recommend
Bus Terminal Reykjavik
10 VatnsmýrarvegurGet on a bus to Iceland's greatest feature. Our amazing nature.
Essentials
Bónus
11-13 Skipholt Also a cheap supermarket, very nice!
Krónan
50 Reykjavikurvegur Budget store! very nice:)
Krambúð
42 Skólavörðustígurkindof pricy ...