Reykjavík Like a Local: The Ultimate Weekend Guide

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Reykjavík Like a Local: The Ultimate Weekend Guide

Reykjavík, Iceland’s vibrant capital, is a city where striking landscapes meet Nordic charm. With its colorful houses, thriving food scene, and otherworldly natural beauty, the city offers an unforgettable experience in just a weekend. This guide is designed to help you navigate the best sights, meals, and insider experiences, with food recommendations catering to every budget and dietary preference. In this guide you'll find: 🤯 +30 locals-only recommendations, including food and drink, viewpoints, northern lights and MORE 🗺️ An interactive map so you can see which places are nearby 👀 Tips and tricks that will be useful and 100% needed if it’s your first time visiting

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Hotels

KEX Hostel

www.kexhostel.is

A trendy and affordable hostel housed in a former biscuit factory, KEX offers cozy dorms and private rooms with an industrial-chic vibe. It features a lively bar, live music events, and a great communal atmosphere, perfect for budget-conscious travelers looking to meet people while staying in a central location.

Rooms - Hótel Klettur

hotelklettur.is

A stylish yet reasonably priced hotel just outside the city center, Hotel Klettur offers modern, comfortable rooms with Nordic design touches. Breakfast is included, and its quiet yet convenient location makes it ideal for those wanting a peaceful stay within walking distance of Reykjavík’s main attractions.

The Reykjavik EDITION | EDITION Hotels

www.editionhotels.com

For a luxurious stay, The Reykjavík EDITION combines sophisticated design with Icelandic charm. Overlooking the harbor, this 5-star hotel offers elegant rooms, a world-class spa, a rooftop bar with stunning views, and a fine-dining restaurant featuring locally inspired cuisine. A top choice for travelers looking to indulge in Reykjavík’s high-end hospitality.

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Valentina Vanegas

🌍I’m a Madrid-based travel enthusiast. After living in Madrid, Virginia, Vienna and Buenos Aires I am ready to share with you everything I’ve learned. ⏳My guides focus mostly on short 24-48 hours trips and how to get the most out of your quick getaways in every city. ❤️ I’m a good fit for people who are solo traveling or with their soulmate, who like to explore the most in a short period of time and who like visiting all the picture perfect places and trying good restaurants without paying excesive money. ❌ I’m not a good fit for people that like relaxing vacations or who are traveling with their family :( ❓Ask me anything you want to know about my trips and tips! 📍Currently: Madrid, Spain 🌍 Visited 20+ countries ☕️ Coffee lover 📸 Married to a photographer, so I live the “capture the perfect pic” life

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Digital Map

Fully interactive, digital map for finding places nearby

27 places

27 hand-picked places with notes from the creator

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Reykjavík, Iceland

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