Reykjavik Art Museum / Hafnarhús is one of The 15 Best Places for Arts in Reykjavik.

1. Reykjavik Art Museum / Hafnarhús

8.4
(Listasafn Reykjavíkur / Hafnarhús)
Tryggvagata 17, Reykjavík, Höfuðborgarsvæði
Art Museum · Miðbær · 33 tips and reviews

Snorri V.Snorri Valsson: Erro is Iceland´s Diego Rivera and a fascinating collection of his is always on display at the Hafnarhús Reykjavík Art Museum, one of 3 museums run by the city. Read more.

Rachel O.Rachel Orr: One of the coolest art museums I have ever been to, hands down. Fantastic exhibitions.

Erick K.Erick Kjellevold: Cool museum with a nice bookshop. The great thing is that if you buy a ticket here you'll get free admission to all the other art museums in town.

Hótel Holt is one of The 15 Best Places for Arts in Reykjavik.

2. Hótel Holt

7.4
Bergstaðastræti 37, Reykjavík, Höfuðborgarsvæði
Hotel · Miðborg · 17 tips and reviews

Snorri V.Snorri Valsson: This is truly hotel and restaurant within an art museum. The largest privately owned art collection in Iceland. A real gem close to the center of town. Many Kjarval scetches are a particular highlight Read more.

Renee B.Renee Blodgett: Love this place. Ask Snorri to take you on an art tour of the place!

Jökull Sólberg A.Jökull Sólberg Auðunsson: Best place for pre-dinner drinks. Doubles as an art gallery with sketches and paintings from Kjarval.

Harpa is one of The 15 Best Places for Arts in Reykjavik.

3. Harpa

9.2
Austurbakki 2, Reykjavík, Höfuðborgarsvæði
Concert Hall · Miðbær · 133 tips and reviews

Richard B.Richard Bratby: With one of the world's top 10 economies, Britain cuts arts funding. Facing total financial ruin, Iceland built this stunning performance venue. I know which future generations will appreciate more.

Freak K.Freak Kearf: Great state of the art, concert hall, with perfect acoustic

May Y.May Yeung: Designed by the Danish architect firm Henning Larsens & Danish-Icelandic Artist Olafur Eliasson

Mengi is one of The 15 Best Places for Arts in Reykjavik.

4. Mengi

8.3
Óðinsgata 2, Reykjavík, Höfuðborgarsvæði
Music Venue · Miðborg · 1 tip

Debbie D.Debbie Davies: Saw an evening performance of music & philosophy combined into an amazing thoughtful work of art.

Fótógrafí is one of The 15 Best Places for Arts in Reykjavik.

5. Fótógrafí

8.2
Skólavörðustígur 22, Reykjavík, Höfuðborgarsvæði
Camera Store · Miðborg · 8 tips and reviews

Benjamin D.Benjamin Doyle: cool photo collection, all by a single artist, Ari Sigvaldason

Cathrine J.Cathrine Johansen: A super cute place with many, many photos taken in Iceland by a local photographer. The walls are also covered in old, vintage cameras! Make sure to bring a photo home with you.

Alex P.Alex P: Cool photographs. Worth to go in and have a look. Bought 3 photos, paid cash as it says you get a discount but paid even more than they should have cost regularly. Unfortunately I realized it too late

Kvosin Hotel is one of The 15 Best Places for Arts in Reykjavik.

6. Kvosin Hotel

8.5
Kirkjustraeti
Resort · Miðbær · 8 tips and reviews

Joe C.Joe Compton: Easily the biggest hotel rooms in Reykjavik. Spacious private and public decks, luxury amenities, custom art and a Full TV channel of Icelandic landscape videos made just for guests!

JulianaJuliana: Charming and cool! Just loved it!!! The colombian receptionist is very nice.

Stephanie D.Stephanie DeDecker: Great location and awesome rooms - this is more of a boutique hotel. They are very spacious with lots of amenities and friendly staff

Norræna Húsið is one of The 15 Best Places for Arts in Reykjavik.

7. Norræna Húsið

8.0
Sturlugata 5, Reykjavík, Höfuðborgarsvæði
Opera House · Háskóli Íslands · 7 tips and reviews

JófríðurJófríður: Designed by master architect Alvar Aalto, Reykjavík’s Nordic House is a sight to behold & a great destination for an afternoon walk w/ an exquisite view of the city. Hosts art exhibitions & concerts.

K-Þórır D.K-Þórır D.: Sometimes very cool exhibitions here. Absolutely get a look at the architecture of the building, designed by finnish architect Alvar AALTO.

Mu-An .Mu-An 🍄‍🟫: Try AALTO bistro.

Reykjavik Art Museum / Kjarvalsstadir is one of The 15 Best Places for Arts in Reykjavik.

8. Reykjavik Art Museum / Kjarvalsstadir

7.5
(Listasafn Reykjavíkur / Kjarvalsstaðir)
Flókagata 24, Reykjavík, Höfuðborgarsvæði
Art Museum · Hlíðar · 4 tips and reviews

Sarah J.Sarah Jutras: Paintings and sculptures of Icelandic artists

StephanieStephanie: Small but worthy, admission from hafnarhus is good here, too and the installations are well put together.

Listasafn Reykjavíkur R.Listasafn Reykjavíkur Reykjavik Art Museum: The admission is valid on the same day for Hafnarhus, Kjarvalsstadir and Asmundarsafn!

Mokka-Kaffi is one of The 15 Best Places for Arts in Reykjavik.

9. Mokka-Kaffi

7.6
Skólavörðustígur 3a, Reykjavík, Höfuðborgarsvæði
Coffee Shop · Miðborg · 31 tips and reviews

Hildur H.Hildur Hamíðsdóttir: One of the oldest cafes in town, rich with the spirits of lost poets and great minds. The waffles are great and there are art exhibitions on the walls - but no free wifi!

Ryan W.Ryan Wilson: Great atmosphere, cool art, good coffee

Megan K.Megan Krumm: Absolutely great coffee! Oldest coffee shop in Reykjavik

12 Tónar is one of The 15 Best Places for Arts in Reykjavik.

10. 12 Tónar

9.4
Skolavordustig 15, Reykjavík, Höfuðborgarsvæði
Record Store · Miðborg · 25 tips and reviews

Phil W.Phil Williams: Listening to CDs and enjoying a cappuccino is one of my favorite Reykjavik activities. A must-visit for music lovers. Discover some new Icelandic artists!

Risiana L.Risiana Levie: Great record store with all kinds of music. Cozy atmosphere!

Playbox RadioPlaybox Radio: Record store you have to visit: 12 Tonar Read more.

Sun Voyager is one of The 15 Best Places for Arts in Reykjavik.

11. Sun Voyager

8.7
(Sólfar)
Sæbraut, Reykjavík, Höfuðborgarsvæði
Outdoor Sculpture · Miðborg · 34 tips and reviews

May Y.May Yeung: Jon Gunnar's sculpture as part of Experimental Environment Art Project

M W.M W: Must see when in Reykjavik. Fantastic setting with the perfect blend of man-made and natural.

Gil G.Gil Garza: Really cool structure with a nice view.

Kaldi Bar/Café is one of The 15 Best Places for Arts in Reykjavik.

12. Kaldi Bar/Café

8.7
Laugarvegur 20b (Klapparstígur), Reykjavík, Höfuðborgarsvæði
Bar · Miðborg · 40 tips and reviews

Ginno B.Ginno Bergunio: Everything about this bar is amazing - from the art, beer selection, and staff. 5 stars

John P.John Parkes: Super cozy. Reasonable prices (... for Iceland!).

Halldor U.Halldor Unnar: Good beer and a lovely place.

Reykjavik Ink. is one of The 15 Best Places for Arts in Reykjavik.

13. Reykjavik Ink.

7.5
Frakkastigur, Reykjavík, Höfuðborgarsvæði
Tattoo Parlor · Miðborg · 2 tips and reviews

Debbie D.Debbie Davies: Chip from Alabama was my artist. It's an ancient Icelandic stave for awakening love. He was pleasant and gave me tips during my first-time visit to Reyjkavik.

Hildur K.Hildur Kristborgardóttir: Great tattoos and a great tattoo shop

Eymundsson is one of The 15 Best Places for Arts in Reykjavik.

14. Eymundsson

8.0
Austurstræti 18, Reykjavík, Höfuðborgarsvæði
Bookstore · Miðbær · 27 tips and reviews

EymundssonEymundsson: Respect! Check out the mural on 2nd floor of our founder and entrepreneur Sigfus Eymundsson who began his start-up of selling books in 1872. Yes 1872.

Bárður Örn G.Bárður Örn Gunnarsson: Te & kaffi inside Eymundsson bookstore, same as #4. Great location, great veranda on sunny days and a great street side bar-style tables on rainy days.

EymundssonEymundsson: Taktu kaffibollann með í setustofuna á efstu hæðinni / Enjoy your coffee at the top floor

National Museum of Iceland is one of The 15 Best Places for Arts in Reykjavik.

15. National Museum of Iceland

8.5
(Þjóðminjasafn Íslands)
Suðurgata 41 (Hringbraut), Reykjavík, Höfuðborgarsvæði
History Museum · Háskóli Íslands · 33 tips and reviews

María Inés F.María Inés Fernández: Good exhibition, really well explained! Also the gift shop is pretty nice and there is a cozy cafe

Lyudmila D.Lyudmila Dyankova: One of the best museums ever visited. Great displays, overwhelmingly informative, NOT boring in the slighest. Check out the hands-on rooms on the second floor where you can try the ring armour on!

Natalie P.Natalie Petrou: Very nicely organized museum! One of the best I have visited...