Running in Laugarnes & Dive in Nauthólsvík

01/08/2019 14:08

Meet Clizia, our front desk agent at Center Hotels Laugavegur.

She has a few favorite places and things to do in Iceland.

Few of the things I will never get bored of in Reykjavík are walking or running along the coast in Laugarnes (especially when we have snow, it’s magical!), a cold/hot dive in Nauthólsvík, and relaxing with a coffee or happy hour in one of the many lovely places downtown. I am a rooftop bar lover, so I often visit Petersen or Loft. I also love Flóran cafe at the Botanical Garden: it´s a lovely cafe in a greenhouse and a lot of tables outside.

After the long winter I take every opportunity to be outdoor! :D Outside of the capital area my absolute favorite is to go glacier hiking (or snowmobiling): glaciers really are something else, I find them so fascinating. But I love hiking everywhere in Iceland, the nature is so beautiful and so powerful, I can never get bored of it. :)

Spring melts into summer in Reykjavik

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Spring has finally settled in Iceland with all that it brings. While our ancestors traditionally only marked two seasons, winter and summer, we’ve caught up with modern times and now recognize all four. That said, spring in Iceland is fleeting, mostly revealing itself in May.

Discover Iceland by Car with Blue Car Rental

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Sumardagurinn Fyrsti: Iceland's Unique Celebration of Summer's Arrival

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April in Reykjavík: Culture, Cocktails & a Hint of Summer

01/04/2025

As the snow begins to melt and daylight stretches longer into the evenings, Reykjavík slowly wakes up from its winter slumber. April brings with it a fun mix of creativity, celebration, and quirky Icelandic traditions, from world-class festivals and cocktail tastings to comedy nights and early summer parades. Whether you're visiting for a weekend or living here year-round, here’s what not to miss this April in the city.