Tips for Visiting Reykjavik – Iceland’s Capital of Cool, Reykjavik, Iceland

There’s a distinct vibe going on in Reykjavík. It has a small-town feel; traditionally built wooden houses, shops packed with local design, café culture, restaurants serving amazing food, all built around a working harbour. But there’s a definite edge – it’s an intriguing capital full of creatives, culture, off-the-wall architecture, art and of course nature’s stunning backdrop over Faxaflói Bay to Mount Esja. So, what to see and do in Iceland’s capital city? Here are my tips for visiting Reykjavík, Iceland’s oh so cool capital.

Downtown Reykjavík is compact so it’s easy to walk round and you won’t get cold feet because there’s under-road heating to keep the roads clear of snow, although a brisk wind whips across the bay giving the city an air of freshness and energy and the weather seems to change every fifteen minutes. Wear lots of warm layers and pack a waterproof – hats and gloves are essential in winter, but there’s much to see in Reykjavík during the course of a wander that you probably won’t worry too much about the weather…