Top Things to do in Reykjavik
What to do and see in Reykjavik, Capital Region: The Best Concerts & Shows
Reykjavik bears the distinction of being the world’s northernmost capital, and for many Icelandic visitors it also serves as a gateway to the rugged adventure options beyond. Recharge after outdoor pursuits in one of the many geothermal springs or luxurious indoor spas. We appreciate Reykjavik’s open-minded and energetic culture that includes a hip and internationally recognized music and arts scene, great food and notoriously "enthusiastic" nightlife.
Restaurants in Reykjavik
1. Mengi
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5.0 based on 6 reviews
2. Improv Iceland
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5.0 based on 33 reviews
Improv Iceland does long-form improv shows every Wednesday at Tjarnarbíó. Improv Iceland creates a unique comedy show improvised on the spot for your entertainment. Tickets can be purchased here https://tix.is/is/event/8209/improv-island/ Nothing has been planned in advance and nothing will ever be repeated so every week brings you a new and different show where anything can happen. All shows are performed in English. Improv Iceland's artistic director is Guðmundur Felixson. The company has performed at the DCM festival in 2015, 2016 and 2017, and have been nominated for the Icelandic Theater Awards, Griman.
3. Saga Music 101
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5.0 based on 5 reviews
Experience Saga Music 101 and travel to a world, more than a Millenium back in time. Songs & stories about early settlers in Iceland and what some of them encountered. See and hear us in Gamla Bio, in the heart of 101 Reykjavik.
4. Goldengang Comedy
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Goldengang Comedy is the #1 source for English stand-up comedy in Iceland, with over 250 shows produced since 2015. Showcasing two weekly shows at Gaukurinn and Basement 101, and one monthly show at Stúdentakjallarinn (Student Cellar). Visit our website or Facebook page for more information on shows!
5. Icelandic Opera (Islenska Operan)
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4.5 based on 204 reviews
6. Harpa Reykjavik Concert Hall and Conference Centre
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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. Iceland Symphony Orchestra
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4.5 based on 12 reviews
Founded in 1950, The Iceland Symphony Orchestra, resident at Harpa concert hall in Reykjavik, has distinguished itself as one of the leading Nordic orchestras through its acclaimed performances and recordings. The Iceland Symphony Orchestra consists of 90 full-time members and gives around 60 concerts each season, including subscription concerts in Reykjavik, family concerts and school concerts.
8. Icelandic Sagas - The Greatest Hits
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4.5 based on 283 reviews
Icelandic Sagas - The Greatest Hits! A 75 minute theatrical comedy roller coaster ride through Iceland’s literary heritage – in English.
Reviewed By 368lenetteh - Wausau, United States
This evening presentation in one of the more intimate venues in Harpa was full of humor and great acting by the 2 person troupe. They presented Icelandic history in the most memorable and comedy filled light. The 2 actors employed willing audience participants in a few of the retold sagas, to fill in the missing characters. Some parts of skits were a little bawdy, but not overly so. All the language was appropriate, and I completely endorse this presentation of The Great Icelandic Sagas! It kept the audience laughing beginning to end.
9. How to Become Icelandic in 60 Minutes
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4.5 based on 120 reviews
How To Become Icelandic In 60 Minutes teaches you everything you need to know about being icelandic in just one hour. You walk out of the theatre 100% Icelandic. The show is much more than a stand up comedy. It is a hillarious, incisive and visual observation of the icelandic human condition, their attitudes, struggles and every day life.
Reviewed By disereed2018 - Washington DC, United States
If you’re not planning to do a Northern Lights tour on you very first night in Iceland then I recommend booking this show at Harpa asap. While every tour guide will go through the history of Iceland with you - this show covers the whole spectrum and does it in a funny way. The one-man show playfully makes fun and use of the stereotypes of many nationalities (mostly in the EU) relative to the Icelandic culture so I felt like I learned about other countries too. I thought the Americans would get it bad but the US got away barely scathed. Also, i feel like if i had seen the show earlier, i would have immediately made room to ride an Icelandic horse during my week there. you Show costs about $45 US at Harpa. We just walked in to Harpa and bought tickets 15 mins prior to showtime. We went on a Thursday night at 7p. A good healthy crowd. There is cussing, so not really suitable for the kiddies. Funny and endearing.
10. Tjarnarbio Theatre and Cafe
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4.5 based on 8 reviews
Tjarnarbio Theatre is the home of the independent performing arts scene in Iceland. We offer a variety of performing arts, theatre, dance, children theatre, puppet theatre and concerts. Tjarnarbio venue was renovated in 2010 and used to be one of the oldest cinemas in Iceland. Within Tjarnarbio we have Tjarnarbarinn a cozy theatre café right next to the Pond.
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