Excursion Reykjavik highlights tour at Reykjavik

Reykjavík, with about 120,000 inhabitants, is certainly among the smallest capital cities in the world. This sightseeing tour takes you on a journey to some of Reykjavík's most noteworthy sites.

The journey begins with a drive through Laugardalur Valley, the city's main sports and recreational area. We pass the Olympic sized, open-air swimming pool that is filled with geothermal water. The pool is one of the most popular swimming pools in the city and is filled with locals socialising year-round.

Árbær open-air museum

The tour continues to Árbær open-air museum where we'll enjoy a pleasant walk among the historical buildings located there. The museum was founded due to growing concern that "old Reykjavik" was disappearing forever. The city council created a public park and regional museum to preserve historical buildings from around the country.

Perlan

From the Árbær museum we'll continue to one of the city's landmark buildings, Perlan ("The Pearl").The building itself is architecturally interesting - its dome consists of reflecting glass panels on a hollow steel frame. Perlan has a viewing platform on top of the hot-water tanks which extends full circle, offering splendid views over the city.

National Museum

From Perlan we'll head to The National Museum. The museum is dedicated to communicating knowledge of Iceland's cultural heritage from the time of its pioneering settlement to the present day. From The National Museum, the tour ends with a drive through the old quarter of Reykjavík with its charming colourful houses.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Reykjavik, Árbær open-air museum,The Pearl, National Museum.

Note

Please note: This tour requires a minimal amount of walking is suitable for guests with limited mobility or those who utilise a wheelchair; however, guests must be able to embark and disembark the coach via the bus steps. The order of sites seen or visited may vary. Operation of this tour is subject to minimum participation.