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Tours

Tours we recommend

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$ 217
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Northern Lights And Stargazing
New Haveners:This tour is on the expensive side of the northern lights tours, but they compensate the high price with stargazing and with one guide per seven guests
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A visit to the greenhouses of Friðheimar and a very yummy tomato soup
New Haveners:Green, renewable, tomatoes and soup!
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Reykjavík Feminist Walking Tour
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Esjan
New Haveners:Mt. Esja is the closest to Reykjavik. This tour was excellent: https://reykjavikout.is/tours/mount-esja-hiking-tour-from-reykjavik/
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$ 116
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Lava Tour
New Haveners:Icelandic horses are found almost nowhere else, and riding through the lava fields is amazing!
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$ 220
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Glacier Lagoon (Jökulsárlón) Tour With Boat Ride
New Haveners:This day-long tour was completely amazing!
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Snaefellsnes
New Haveners:Incredible scenery. We recommend a full-day tour of this peninsula! The glacier is supposedly one of the energy centers of the world and is referenced in "Journey to the Center of the Earth."
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$ 69
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Viking Sushi in Stykkisholmur
New Haveners:One of our favorite tours!
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$ 18
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Basic Geothermal Tour
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Criss Cross Tours & Travel
New Haveners:We visited the Creamery/skyr farm through a Criss Cross tour. Their tours are small and beautifully curated. More here: https://crisscross.is/tours/
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East West
New Haveners:We took the Snaefellsnes tour through East West, which was outstanding. More here: https://eastwest.is/
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My Recommendations

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CityWalk Reykjavik
New Haveners:Solid overview of Reykjavik! Definitely recommend this.
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Hallgrimskirkja
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Harpan
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Blue Lagoon: Everything You Need to Know
New Haveners:The suggestion is to head directly to the Blue Lagoon once you land at Keflavik airport (there is a shuttle that takes you right to the Blue Lagoon, and then another shuttle that will bring you to Reykjavik, to your accommodations). An excellent way to start your adventure!
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Vesturbæjarlaug
New Haveners:Our favorite pool in Reykjavik! A must do.
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Geothermal Exhibition
New Haveners:Iceland uses almost all sustainable energy. Amazing!
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An Intro to Icelandic Food
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Erpsstadir Creamery
New Haveners:The best skyr and ice cream in Iceland! A lovely farm to visit!
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Nautholsvik Geothermal Beach
New Haveners:If you're brave and would like to swim in the open sea! Chilly, but an experience worth having. And also, there are hot tubs to warm you up afterwards.
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Icelandic Sagas - The Greatest Hits
New Haveners:An unparalleled introduction to the rich literary history of Iceland! Helps explain why Icelanders are such amazing storytellers!

Restaurants

Restaurants we recommend in Reykjavik and around Iceland

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Sjáland / Matur & Veisla
New Haveners:This is where we had our reception after tying the knot. Amazing view and wonderful food! A little bit outside of the city, though.
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Kopar
New Haveners:This little gem is situated at the furthest edges of "downtown" with a beautiful view of the harbor and excellent food
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Grillmarkaðurinn
New Haveners:If you are coming to Iceland and you want good food, good experience and good location, then Grillmarkaðurinn is the place to go. Make sure to book in advance.
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Fish Company
New Haveners:If you want Icelandic fish are looking for the best, then this is the place to go.
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Kaffihús Vesturbæjar
New Haveners:One of J's favorite places in the world. Start at the pool across the street and end here for coffee, tea, wine, a small plate. It is magic!
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The Hot Dog Shake and Pylsa Stand
New Haveners:Icelandic hot dogs are not to be missed... these are the only hot dogs J will eat!
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Brauð & Co
New Haveners:Some of the best sourdough in the world! And try the pretzel croissant... amazing! All the pastries are outstanding!

Car Rentals

These are the car rentals we recommend

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Blue Car Rental
New Haveners:Our go to car rental when in need
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Cozy Campers
New Haveners:Cozy Campers have various campers to rent. If you decide to go with a camper then we suggest the 4x4 F-road campers

Bars

The best bars in Reykjavik

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Kaldi Bar/Café
New Haveners:Craft beers offered on tap are largely from the Iceland craft brewery Kaldi bar. This bar is one of the first if not the first craft beer bar in Iceland. The bar is small in size and can get very crowded during peak hours but some would call it cozy. Not to mention the piano situated in the middle of the bar that someone might just start playing up to the task
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Session Craft Bar
New Haveners:Craft beers offered on tap are largely from the Iceland craft brewery Malbygg. Located at the end of Laugarvegur, this craft bar has a modern look to primarily offering seatings high bar stools and tables
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Micro Bar
New Haveners:Craft beers offered on tap are largely from the Iceland craft brewery Gæðingur. at the furthest corner of the nightlife and at the official center Reykjavik , this craft bar is in a basement with low ceiling but very cozy atmosphere and good beers!
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Port 9
New Haveners:This one is for the wine connoisseur. Good selection of wine and good food to pair!. Hidden in one of the alleyways in downtown Reykjavik.

Self-driving

Places to visit by yourself without any guides or groups

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Kerlingarfjöll Hike
New Haveners:To get to Kerlingarfjölld you'll need a 4x4. This natural wonder is amazing and highly recommended!
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Exploring Iceland’s Highlands: Landmannalaugar Day Tour
New Haveners:To get to Landmannalaugar you'll need a 4x4 in most cases. Situated in the highlands, this is one of the must see places in Iceland. With countless of varying hues and rivers to cross, prepare to be one with nature.
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Wonderguide map

  1. Reykjavík Feminist Walking Tour
  2. Esjan
  3. Snaefellsnes
  4. Viking Sushi in Stykkisholmur
  5. Criss Cross Tours & Travel
  6. East West
  7. CityWalk Reykjavik
  8. Hallgrimskirkja
  9. Harpan
  10. Vesturbæjarlaug
  11. Erpsstadir Creamery
  12. Nautholsvik Geothermal Beach
  13. Icelandic Sagas - The Greatest Hits
  14. Sjáland / Matur & Veisla
  15. Kopar
  16. Grillmarkaðurinn
  17. Fish Company
  18. Kaffihús Vesturbæjar
  19. The Hot Dog Shake and Pylsa Stand
  20. Brauð & Co
  21. Blue Car Rental
  22. Cozy Campers
  23. Kaldi Bar/Café
  24. Session Craft Bar
  25. Micro Bar
  26. Port 9

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