Reyk­javík City Mu­seum
Our His­tory

Here you can view our Summer programme.

Reykjavík Museum of Photography

The exhibition "Half a Century Through the Lens" explores press photographer Gunnar V. Andrésson’s career, that lasted more than fifty years – from 1966 to 2018.

Our locations

Events

Árbær Open Air Museum

Guided tour at Árbær Open Air Museum

The guide takes guests to all the main houses of the museum and tells their stories. The guided tour is in English and takes just over an hour.

Guided tour at Árbær Open Air Museum
Reykjavík Maritime Museum

The Coast Guard Vessel Óðinn - guided tour on board

We offer daily guided tours at 13:00, 14:00, and 15:00 on board the Coast Guard vessel Óðinn from 1 March to 31 October, focusing on the Cod Wars and the vessel's rescue history. Welcome aboard!

The Coast Guard Vessel Óðinn - guided tour on board
Árbær Open Air Museum

Come and play! Outdoor games during the Bank Holiday Weekend

During the Bank Holiday Weekend, kids can play and learn outdoor games at Árbær Open Air Museum, ride a swing, or try out hula hoops and other toys.

Come and play! Outdoor games during the Bank Holiday Weekend
Árbær Open Air Museum

Village Life

Welcome to Árbær Open Air Museum on the Sundays of 29 June and 10 August at 13:00-16:00.

Village Life
Viðey Island

Folklore and Plants with Björk Bjarkadóttir, ethnologist.

Join environmentalist and folklorist Björk Bjarnadóttir for a delightful nature walk on Viðey Island, where she will share captivating folk tales for the whole family.

Folklore and Plants with Björk Bjarkadóttir, ethnologist.
Árbær Open Air Museum

In Full Bloom

On Sunday, 17 August at 13:00-16:00, there will be a grand celebration at Árbær Open Air Museum, as both floral designers and members of the Icelandic Handicraft Association visit the museum.

In Full Bloom

Ex­hib­i­tions