Bus and sightseeing routes around Reykjavík are compact, because the main attractions are not far from each other. If you give in to the measured life of the Icelandic capital and get to know the outstanding places without rushing, it is quite possible to get around all the interesting places on foot on your own.
The Reykjavík tourist itinerary always passes through
iconic points such as the Hatlgrimskirkja Church, the Althing building and the Pearl building.
The church is notable not only because it resembles an oversized organ, it is
it's also one of the tallest buildings in the country. "The Pearl is the city's boiler house,
which has an observation deck. Therefore, all
Reykjavík walking itineraries include it in the list of
of must-see sights.
It is possible to organize special walking routes around Reykjavík to local museums. These include the National Museum, dedicated to the history of Iceland, the Museum of Art, which combines three separate areas: the Asmundir Sveinsson Sculpture Museum, Harbour House and Kjarvalsstadir. There are many art galleries in the city center on Skolavordustigur and Leigavegur streets.
Reykjavík's hiking trails often turn off at Thingvellir National Park, where you can climb a glacier, go fishing, or simply observe Iceland's wildlife.
