Top Things to do in Capital Region
The 10 Best Free Things to do in Capital Region, Capital Region
Discover the best top things to do in Capital Region, Iceland including Heidmork Nature Reserve, Hallgrimskirkja, Icelandic Opera (Islenska Operan), Perlan, Sun Voyager, Harpa Reykjavik Concert Hall and Conference Centre, Grotta Lighthouse, Hellisgerdi Park, Laugavegur, Tourist Information, downtown Reykjavik.
Restaurants in Capital Region
1. Heidmork Nature Reserve
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 15 reviews
Reviewed By Trav_LN_now - Crystal Lake, United States
The red cliffs at Heidmork Nature Reserve are amazing! The colors of the volcanic remains are just beautiful. Be careful of the horse droppings though, because they are everywhere due to the horse rental tours down the road. A great place to stop and take a hike though without driving too far out of Reykjavik. No charge to enter
2. Hallgrimskirkja
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 21,971 reviews
Hallgrimskirkja is the largest church in the country, and towers over the centre of Reykjavik. Its 73-metre-high tower provides a wonderful 360° view over all Reykjavik, the mountains around and the ocean streaching west to Greenland and the Americas. Because of this, the tower is among the most visited tourist destinations in Reykjavik. Tower admission Adults: ISK 1000 Children: ISK 100 (ages 7-16) Tickets are sold in the church shop. Access to the tower is only by lift. At the top there are a few steps to the open-air viewing platform. Winter (October – April): 09:00 – 17:00. Tower closes 16:30. Summer (May – September): 09:00 – 21:00. Tower closes 20:30. The tower is closed on Sundays from 10:30 – 12:15 during mass at 11:00. Hallgrimskirkja is an active, working church and sometimes we may close the church without notice, especially due to weddings or funerals. Everyone is welcome to join services and concerts, but we ask visitors to stay the whole time to avoid disturbance.
Reviewed By 10Raindrops - Uralla, Australia
This beautiful church stands out in the middle of Rejkavic and is definitely worth a visit.A beautiful Scandinavian interior is matched by a breath taking soaring ceiling and the whole experience is breathtaking.
3. Icelandic Opera (Islenska Operan)
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 204 reviews
4. Perlan
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,446 reviews
Perlan is a must-visit landmark and Nature Exploratorium. In our Wonders of Iceland exhibitions, you learn all about Icelandic nature in interactive and fun ways. Natural wonders come alive at your fingertips – volcanoes, northern lights, glaciers, ocean-life, seabirds, and so much more. You explore a real ice cave, sit back in a first-class Planetarium, have fun with interactive displays, and enjoy views all over Reykjavík city. You can catch our Áróra Planetarium show on the half hour in the English language and on the full hour in Icelandic from 10:30 AM until 5:30 PM, every day! On Perlan’s top floor, there is a café and fantastic views. (Free parking).
Reviewed By 539BarbaraS539
Visited on a free evening in Reykjavik, great planetarium show, also interesting exhibitions about Icelandic flora and fauna, geology and an ice cave, estaurant and bar at the top of the dome giving great views over the city, restaurant revolves so get a 360 degree view, worth visiting, interesting for children, lots of engaging activities
5. Sun Voyager
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 8,656 reviews
Reviewed By cazrichardson70 - Bedfordshire, United Kingdom
A Stunning sculpture in fabulous location, definitely worth a visit and a great photo opportunity with the sea and mountains in the background.
6. Harpa Reykjavik Concert Hall and Conference Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 8,671 reviews
Harpa Concert Hall and Conference Centre at the heart of Reykjavik is an award-winning building situated at the old harbour. Harpa opened its doors in 2011 and boasts a wide variety of hosted events where all musical genres play a part. Harpa won the Mies van der Rohe Award in 2013 for architecture. Harpa was designed by Olafur Eliasson, Henning Larssen architects and Batteri architects. Harpa is the residency of the Iceland Symphony Orchestra, The Icelandic Opera and the Reykjavik Big Band. Harpa is a state of the art conference centre. Harpa was awarded the prestigious MICE Report award for best conference centre in Northern Europe. Harpa is also the home of several regular shows: - How to become Icelandic in 60 minutes - Pearls of Icelandic Songs - Icelandic Sagas: The Greatest Hits - Reykjavík Classics - Mulinn Jazz Club - The Tin Drum Series - Bowie: The Session - The Icelandic Emigration Center's Exhibit
Reviewed By FrenchTraveller001 - Paris, France
This is THE place to visit in Reykjavík. The fascinating modern architecture is filled with astonishing surprises and offers outstanding photographic opportunities.
7. Grotta Lighthouse
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 531 reviews
Reviewed By Kylie24 - Shipley, United Kingdom
We walked to the lighthouse from Radisson Blu Saga in Reykjavik- it took about one hour. It was a lovely, although very cold, walk along the coastal road. We crossed over on to the beach for part of it where we were able to spot many types of birds and clamber over large rocks. We arrived at the lighthouse at low tide (check online before you set off) so we were able to easily walk across to the lighthouse. There is nothing except the lighthouse there (no toilets/coffee shops) but it’s really picturesque and peaceful. We walked back to Reykjavík- in total the full trip was around two and a half hours.
8. Hellisgerdi Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 46 reviews
A small public park, tucked away in the lava at the heart of Hafnarfjördur. The park is known for being a home of Elves and Hidden people. Juring the summer and some sunny days the Little Elf store is open for souvenir and some refreshments.
Reviewed By sjunnielillmans - Hafnarfjordur, Iceland
I live very close to it and I love walking around the park at anytime. It looks beautiful but even more when it's covered in snow
9. Laugavegur
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,681 reviews
Reviewed By X5484EJdons
A great street to walk and visit all of the shops, restaurants, cafes, and bars. Many souvenir shops, but also grocery stores and there is a great hardware store if that is of interest.
10. Tourist Information, downtown Reykjavik
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 285 reviews
Reykjavik Tourist Information, located in the heart of downtown. Part of What´s On Tourist Information. We have 4 locations in downtown Reykjavik.
Reviewed By ambough - Norfolk, United States
If you're headed to Iceland for the first time, I recommend that you visit the Tourist Office along the main pedestrian street in Reykjavik. The two ladies there were really helpful as we planned our stay. They explained the City Card which provided admission to a long list of museums and attractions, and included city-wide bus service as well. The card was a great deal. You can buy it covering various amounts of time such as 24 hours, 48 hours, etc. You can also buy the card on a Friday afternoon, but schedule it to go into effect on Saturday at 9am. Thanks to their suggestions, we bought the 24 hour City Card, and enjoyed our visits to the Settlement Center, National Museum, and photography exhibit near the Settlement Center. We also rode city buses around and enjoyed seeing the city from a locals' perspective. We had planned to go to one of the city's geothermal pools since those are included in the card, but we ran out of time. Make this Information Point your first stop. You'll get great advice that will help make your limited time in Reykjavik worthwhile.
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