Marshall House
This old factory has been transformed into a one-stop-art-shop with three galleries under one roof. There is even a restaurant in case looking at all that art makes you hungry.
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Local Guide
If it’s happening in Reykjavík, it’s happening right here. From art to music to food, keep an eye on everything taking place in Iceland’s vibrant capital. Have a look through the activities to get a taste of the city.
Art & Culture
"Ode to Mother" Caratoes
This trippy music inspired "wall poetry" is pretty hard to miss, as it's taking over the whole building slap bang in the middle of Laugavegur, the main shopping and restaurant street in the city centre of Reykjavík.
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"Furry flight" Sara Riel
Is it a fish? Is it a bird? Is it made out of wool? This psychedelic mural is one of the most selfied pieces of street art in the city, by prolific street artist Sara Riel.
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Berg Contemporary
The place to go if you want to see contemporary Icelandic art - featuring a mix of both emerging and established artists with abstract art, installations and exhibitions.
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Eymundsson
If you are into the classics when it comes books and literature, you should make your way to Eymundsson - one of Reykjavik's oldest book stores.
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Kjarvalsstaðir
The first - and therefore the oldest - art museum in Iceland is Kjarvalsstaðir. Located right in the city centre, the museum houses the works of Jóhannes S. Kjarval, one of Iceland's most recognised and influential Icelandic artist.
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