Reykjavik Travel Facts
The Basics
City Name: Reykjavik
Where is it located?: Reykjavik sits in the south-western corner of Iceland.
Why do people go there?: Thumping Reykjavik rages seven days a week – if you had practically no darkness for months, you would too! The prices are as breathtaking as the famous landscape that surrounds it, but Reykjavik is known for friendly locals, outrageous parties with the Beautiful People and modern and healthy living.
How do travelers get there?: Travelers generally fly on their way to – or from – London or the eastern coast of the United States.
Currency: Icelandic krona (ISK)
City Code: n/a
Population: 150,000
Languages: Icelandic, but many people also speak English
Travel Information
Neighborhoods: Álftanes, Garðabær, Hafnarfjörður, Kópavogur, Mosfellsbær, Seltjarnarnes
Attractions: Nightlife, National Museum, Old Town
Accommodations: Reyjavik Hostels, Reyjavik Hotels
Tourist Office: The Icelandic Tourist Board, Ferðamálaráð Íslands, Lækjargata 3, 101 Reykjavik, Telephone: +354 535 5500, Fax: +354 535 550, Email: info@icetourist.is, http://www.icetourist.is/
Off-the-beaten-path: Perlan, Blue Lagoon, Viking Statue
Health Issues: No special vaccinations or immunizations are required for travelers going to Reykjavik.
Tips for Visiting
When to go: The summer is the best time to visit Iceland, as everything is open and bus lines are running. Many sights and accommodation options close down in September and don’t re-open until late Spring.
Common Phrases: Yes = Ja, No = Neitun, Please = Þóknast, Thank you = Þakka þú, Do you speak English? = Gera þú tala Englendingar?
City Specific Events: Iceland Airwaves Festival, Reykjavik Jazz Festival, Reykjavik Gay Pride
How to get around?: Bus it baby!
Good to know: Reykjavik ranked first in the 15 greenest cities in the world.
Cheapest airport to fly into: The cheapest airport to fly into Reykjavik is the Reykjavik Airport.
Need more information?: Check out the Reykjavik travel guide for more on what to see, where to stay, and how to get there.
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