The Reykjavik Tourist Information Center

Bankastraeti 2
IS - 101 Reykjavik
Iceland

Tel. + 354 562 3045
Fax + 354 562 3057

E-mail

General Information about Reykjavík

Reykjavík is the capital and largest city of the Republic of Iceland with 115,000 inhabitants. It is the focus of business, transport, trade and communication as well as being Iceland´s cultural and educational centre. With its theatres, concerts, art galleries coffee houses, restaurants and shopping centres Reykjavík has something to delight every visitor.

One way to meet the people of Reykjavík is to visit one of the city´s geothermal swimming pools and baths. Going to the pool is a way of life in Iceland and each pool has its regulars; morning, noon and night. A great number of people take advantage of the plentiful water. Attendance is in the region of 1.75 million annually, a telling turnout for a country with a total population of 282,000 (July 2003 est.) .

Tourism in Reykjavik:

• List of Hotels in Reykjavik
• List of Guesthouses in Reykjavik
• List of Restaurants in Reykjavik

For other Reykjavik tourist information click here or contact the Reykjavik Tourist Information Center:

The Reykjavik Tourist Information Center

Bankastræti 2, IS-101 Reykjavik
Tel. +354 562 3045. Fax +354 562 3057
E-mail to the Reykjavik tourist information center. Opening hours 15 May - Sept. daily 8:30 - 19:00

Reykjavík´s Farmyard Animal Zoo and Family Park, which are interconnected, are also popular among Icelanders as a great place for parents and children alike. The Zoo has also become a tourist attraction for people who are interested in native animals.

The Reykjavik Art Museum is located on three different places in Reykjavík; Kjarvalsstadir at Flókagata, Harbour House at Tryggvagata and Ásmundur Sveinsson Sculpture Museum at Sigtún.

Reykjavik´s Ski areas
The mountains Blafjoll and Skalafell
Tel: + 354 561 84 00/ 566 7095
Opening hours; jan-april
Mon-Fri 12-21 and Saturdays and Sundays 10-18.

Good information is the key to a rewarding travelling experience.

The Reykjavik City Home Page offers you a wealth of information about Reykjavik in English: practical information, as well as information on recreation and leisure, arts, culture and accommodation.

Feel also free to contact:

The Reykjavik Tourist Information Center

Bankastræti 2, IS-101 Reykjavik
Tel. +354 562 3045. Fax +354 562 3057
E-mail
Opening hours 15 May - Sept. daily 8:30 - 19:00

Reykjavik City Hall Information Desk

City Hall, IS-101 Reykjavik
Tel. +354 563 2005. Fax +354 562 1799
E-mail
Opening hours 15 May - Sept. Weekdays 8:20 - 16:30. Weekends 12:00 - 16:00

The city of Reykjavik welcomes you and wishes you an enjoyable stay in Iceland.

Facts and figures about Reykjavik. (PDF)