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Reykjavik City Card 24-hour

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Reykjavik City Card 24-hour

About this activity

THE MOST EASY, AFFORDABLE AND ECO-FRIENDLY WAY TO ENJOY REYKJAVÍK

Free entry to several museums

Free entry to Reykjavík Zoo and Family Park

Free entry to Reykjavík's thermal pools

Free use of public bus transport, “Strætó”

Free ferry ride to Viðey, a beautiful historic island.

During winter the Viðey Island is lid up with Image Peace Tower and the scheduled ferry departs on weekends.

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At a glance

Duration
2 days
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
People per booking
1–15
Operated by
Visit Reykjavik

Ages: Adults (18–67 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Admission to several thermal pools
  • Included: Public bus
  • Included: Admission to several museums
  • Included: Admission to zoo and family park

Not included

  • Not included: Please note, you will need to swap your digital voucher for the City Card.

Itinerary

  1. National Gallery of Iceland (Listasafn Islands)

    one hour Admission included

    The National Gallery of Iceland is a national museum and the main emphasis of the collection is on 19th and 20th century Icelandic art, but international art is featured as well. The museum owns the most valuable collection of works by Icelandic artists in the country. The collection also includes an impressive array of works by internationally renowned artists such as, Pablo Picasso, Edward Munch, Karel Appel, Hans Hartung, Victor Vasarely, Richard Serra and Richard Tuttle.

  2. Reykjavik Art Museum Hafnarhus

    2 hours Admission included

    The old harbour warehouse, Hafnarhús, offers a progressive exhibition program with local and international contemporary artists. The works of key figures, as well as established and emerging current artists are presented in six galleries.

    Hafnarhús is also home to the works of Erró (b. 1932), a significant player in the international pop art scene.

    Hafnarhús is located in the oldest part of Reykjavik, where the town’s boats and first docks lay. The building was erected in the 1930s and at the time it was one of the largest buildings in the country.

  3. National Museum of Iceland

    one hour

    The National Museum displays objects that provide insight into Icelandic cultural history - displays that encourage visitors to dwell on the past, present and future. The museum aims to nurture knowledge and innovation while maintaining a wide perspective and sense of community.

    Location: Suðurgata 41, 102 Reykjavík

  4. The Settlement Exhibition

    one hour Admission included

    The Settlement Exhibition - Reykjavik 871± 2 deals with the settlement of Reykjavík. The exhibition is based on scholars theories on what the heritage sites in central Reykjavík can tell us about the life and work of the first settlers. The focus of the exhibition is the remains of a hall from the Settlement Age which was excavated in 2001. The hall was inhabited from 930-1000. North of the hall are two pieces of turf, remnants of wall which was clearly built shortly before 871. This is one of the oldest man-made structures so far found in Iceland.

  5. Reykjavik Maritime Museum

    one hour Admission included

    The exhibition Fish & folk – 150 years of fisheries at the Reykjavík Maritime Museum is about the history of the Icelandic fisheries, from the time when rowing boats gave way to large fishing vessels in the late 19th century, through to the 21st century. This rich history is told from the perspective of Iceland’s biggest fishing port, Reykjavík. The Maritime Museum’s setting is an appropriate one, as the building once housed a flourishing fish factory.

  6. Arbaer Open Air Museum

    3 hours Admission included

    Árbær was an established farm well into the 20th century, and the museum opened there in 1957. Árbær is now an open air museum with more than 20 buildings which form a town square, a village and a farm. Most of the buildings have been relocated from central Reykjavik.

  7. Reykjavik Museum of Photography

    one hour Admission included

    The museum’s exhibitions focus on Icelandic photography, works from Collection and works of foreign photographers. The museum exhibits both historical and contemporary photography in artistic- social- and cultural context.

  8. Reykjavik Art Museum Kjarvalsstadir

    one hour Admission included

    Kjarvalsstaðir houses the works of one of Iceland’s most influential and recognised artists, Jóhannes S. Kjarval. The exhibitions at Kjarvalsstaðir focus primarily on paintings and sculptures of the established masters of modern art.

    The building is a fine example of Nordic modernism, it features floor-to ceiling windows that look onto the beautiful Klambratún Park

  9. Reykjavik Art Museum - Asmundarsafn

    one hour Admission included

    The sculptor Ásmundur Sveinsson (1893–1982) designed, worked and lived in this beautiful building now serving as a part of Reykjavík Art Museum. The white dome structure is surrounded by Sveinsson’s sculptures in the garden, both his earlier massive figures and his later light abstract compositions. The inside of the building offers a unique experience as the artist’s design, inspired by vernacular Mediterranean architecture, is a stand-alone work of art. Sveinsson’s work is often exhibited in there along with the works of other modern or contemporary artists.

  10. Gerdarsafn Kopavogur Art Museum

    one hour Admission included

    Gerðarsafn is a progressive museum with an emphasis on modern and contemporary art, located in the heart of Kópavogur. Gerðarsafn offers temporary exhibitions with works by Icelandic and international contemporary artists as well as displaying the museum collection. The exhibition program echoes the museum‘s status as the only Icelandic museum built in honor of a female artist.

  11. Natural History Museum of Kopavogur

    one hour Admission included

    The museum divides into two categories, geological and zoological. The geological part focuses on the formation of Iceland and the major types of rocks and minerals. The zoological part focuses (with few exceptions) on Icelandic birds, mammals, fish and invertebrates.

    The museum staff provides guidance, if requested. If possible, the guidance is adapted to the interest, age and language of our guests. Guidance should preferably be reserved in advance, especially for groups. Guidance is a part of our service and therefore always free.

  12. Videy Island

    3 hours Admission included

    Unspoiled nature reigns on island of Viðey, which has a unique place in Icelandic history. Birdlife abounds on the island, while out­stand­ing works of modern art also make their mark. We hope you enjoy your stay and that you help us keep the island the trea­surous pearl that it is.

  13. The Culture House

    one hour Admission included

    At the Culture House, the exhibition Points of View – a journey through the visual world of Iceland is on permanent view. The exhibition gives visitors a unique opportunity to view the collections of six major Icelandic cultural institutions. Artworks of various styles and mediums are presented thematically alongside museum objects and archival materials such as books and maps.

  14. Aoalstraeti 10

    30 min Admission included

    Aðalstræti 10 is a museum and an exhibition space. It is part of Reykjavík City Museum – one museum in five unique places.

  15. Sigurjon Olafsson Museum

    one hour Admission included

    The Sigurjón Ólafsson Museum is dedicated to exhibiting works by the Icelandic sculptor, Sigurjón Ólafsson. It was founded in 1984 by the artist's widow Birgitta Spur, as a tribute to her late husband. She had the artist's studio at Laugarnes converted to an exhibition space to house a large collection of his works.

  16. Hafnarborg The Hafnarfjordur Centre of Culture and Fine Art

    30 min

    Art Museum in the Centre of Hafnarfjordur - Reykjavik Area.

  17. Hafnarfjordur Museum

    one hour

    Museum situated in several buildings in the centre of Hafnarfjordur, dedicated to the history of the region.

  18. Grafarvogslaug

    2 hours Admission included

    Reykjavík City runs seven public thermal pools (sundlaugar) which are heated with geothermal water and are part of the city's policy of encouraging public sports and healthy lifestyle. The pools offer steam baths, saunas, hot tubs and jacuzzis. Much is done to ensure safety of guests and all staff receive regular training and instructions on safety-related issues.

  19. Arbaejarlaug swimming pool

    2 hours Admission included

    Reykjavík City runs seven public thermal pools (sundlaugar) which are heated with geothermal water and are part of the city's policy of encouraging public sports and healthy lifestyle. The pools offer steam baths, saunas, hot tubs and jacuzzis. Much is done to ensure safety of guests and all staff receive regular training and instructions on safety-related issues.

  20. Reykjavik Family park and Zoo

    2 hours Admission included

    Not just farm animals

    There are a lot more animals at the zoo than most people think. Icelandic farm animals, mammals from the country's wildlife, in addition to a small exhibition of reptiles, amphibians and insects.

    Fun for everyone at anytime of the year

    Playgrounds are open in the summertime as well as on the weekends during the winter, weather permitting. Castles, zip-lines and other equipment are always open. It's also nice to just stroll around in the beautiful surroundings.

  21. Laugardalslaug

    2 hours Admission included

    Reykjavík City runs seven public thermal pools (sundlaugar) which are heated with geothermal water and are part of the city's policy of encouraging public sports and healthy lifestyle. The pools offer steam baths, saunas, hot tubs and jacuzzis. Much is done to ensure safety of guests and all staff receive regular training and instructions on safety-related issues.

  22. Stop 22

    2 hours

    Large facility offering indoor/outdoor swimming pools for all ages, slides, a sauna & hot tubs. Address: Austurberg 3, 111 Reykjavík.

  23. Stop 23

    2 min

    Dalslaug is the latest addition to the swimming pools in Reykjavík. The pool opened on December 11th 2021.

    Address: Úlfarsbraut 122 124, 113 Reykjavík

  24. Stop 24

    one hour

    Klébergslaug pool is located in the sportcenter in Kjalarnes. We have an outdoor pool with beautiful surroundings, kiddie water slide, steam bath, a gym and two hot tubs.This is a small and intimate outdoor pool in a quiet rural area near Mount Esja.

    Addrress: Klébergslaug, Kollagrund 4, 116 Reykjavík.

  25. Sundhollin Public Baths

    2 hours Admission included

    Reykjavík City runs seven public thermal pools (sundlaugar) which are heated with geothermal water and are part of the city's policy of encouraging public sports and healthy lifestyle. The pools offer steam baths, saunas, hot tubs and jacuzzis. Much is done to ensure safety of guests and all staff receive regular training and instructions on safety-related issues.

  26. Vesturbaejarlaug

    2 hours Admission included

    Reykjavík City runs seven public thermal pools (sundlaugar) which are heated with geothermal water and are part of the city's policy of encouraging public sports and healthy lifestyle. The pools offer steam baths, saunas, hot tubs and jacuzzis. Much is done to ensure safety of guests and all staff receive regular training and instructions on safety-related issues.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • National Gallery of Iceland (Listasafn Islands) Frikirkjuvegur 7, 101, Reykjavik, Iceland See on map

End point

  • National Gallery of Iceland (Listasafn Islands) Frikirkjuvegur 7, 101, Reykjavik, Iceland See on map

Using your ticket

Swap your digital voucher for the Reykjavik City Card at any of the following pick-up points:

Reykjavík Art Museum Ásmundarsafn - open every day 13:00 -17:00

Reykjavík Art Museum Hafnarhús - open every day 10:00 -17:00

Reykjavík Art Museum Kjarvalsstaðir - open every day 10:00 -17:00

Reykjavík City Museum Árbær Open Air Museum - open every day 13:00 -17:00

Reykjavík City Museum Maritime Museum - open every day 10:00 -17:00

Reykjavík City Museum Museum of Photography - open every day 13:00 -17:00

Reykjavík City Museum The Settlement Exhibition - open every day 10:00 -17:00

*Please note, opening hours may vary during holidays.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Good to know

  • Wheelchair accessible

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • Service animals allowed

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Traveller ratings

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