Reykjavik

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Of all the capital cities in the world, Reykjavik sits farthest to the north. It’s a unique Icelandic metropolitan city, situated close to the Arctic Circle and enjoying long hours of daylight during the summer and seemingly endless hours of darkness during the winter. Visitors to Reykjavik enjoy the city’s modern infrastructure along with the friendly atmosphere and thriving nightlife.

Attractions

Many of Reykjavik’s historic attractions are located in or near the city centre. Hallgrímskirkja Church perches on a hillside overlooking the city. In front of the church stands a statue of Leif Ericsson, given to Iceland by the United States in honour of 1,000 years of parliament in Iceland.

Near the centre of Reykjavik you’ll find a green park with gardens and the Reykjavik pond, where you can enjoy a leisurely walk and even feed the ducks. Nearby, the seat of Iceland’s parliament resides in the Althingi, an ominous stone building.

The national museum of Iceland is located in Reykjavik, where you’ll find fascinating exhibits on the city’s long history and its origins as a Viking outpost. The downtown zoo also makes for a fun family outing.

One of the most unique aspects of Reykjavik is the towering Perlan restaurant seated on top of a tower downtown. From the tables in this restaurant, you can enjoy 360 degree rotating views of the entire city.

Entertainment

Clubbing is the quintessential Reykjavik activity. Parties get started late, and you may be surprised at how a low–key, relaxed café can transform into a hip, late–night spot to hang out. During the summer, even the sun stays up late, and you’ll find that weekend nights can last well into the morning.

Hotels in Reykjavik

Reykjavik is a very modern city with ample infrastructure and tourist amenities. A good portion of the Reykjavik hotel cater for travellers who appreciate mid–range and more lavish treatment in their hotels. There are however a couple of guesthouses and a youth hostel in Reykjavik which offer more modest budget accommodations.

Most of the hotels in Reykjavik can be found along Laugavegur road as well as on the side streets that branch off from here. Many Reykjavik hotel are within easy walking distance of all the downtown attractions.

Out and about – car hire in Reykjavik

In spite of the solid public transportation, most locals in Reykjavik own their own car. The ease of transport and parking make hiring a car in Reykjavik a good idea. Plus, a hire cars in Reykjavik is a given when setting out to explore the surrounding area like the Reykjavik hot springs and Gullfross waterfall.

Hiring a car in Reykjavik is easy, and all of the main car hire companies are represented at the airport as well as in the city centre. Hiring a car in Reykjavik is easiest and most affordable when arranged online. Make sure that you book your car hire in Reykjavik well ahead of time during peak tourist periods.