{"id":1509,"date":"2024-07-03T08:37:37","date_gmt":"2024-07-03T06:37:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/iceland-lovers.com\/que-faire-reykjavik-visiter-hiver\/"},"modified":"2026-03-30T12:17:58","modified_gmt":"2026-03-30T10:17:58","slug":"visit-reykjavik-winter-things-to-do","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/iceland-lovers.com\/en\/visit-reykjavik-winter-things-to-do\/","title":{"rendered":"12 best things to do in Reykjavik in winter (+ photos)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Planning a winter getaway to Iceland? What a great idea! We spent a few days in its capital, which was a real ” coup de coeur<\/strong>“. With its museums, cathedral<\/strong>, original architecture<\/strong>, fine dining and Viking history and culture, Reykjavik has plenty to offer! It’s also a good starting point for an excursion<\/strong> to the jewels of Iceland’s South Coast.In this article, we share with you our top ideas for things to do in Reykjavik<\/strong>, some pictorial tips for organizing your visit and a map to help you find your way around.<\/p>\n\n

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This opinion is completely independent<\/strong>, based on our experiences. We visited the region anonymously, making our own choices and paying our bills in full.<\/p>\n\n

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<\/span>1. Discover Hallgrimskirkja Church<\/span><\/h2>\n\n
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Iceland’s most emblematic building in our eyes, the Hallgrimskirkja Lutheran Church is a marvel to behold. It stands on a large square and was commissioned in 1937 from architect Gudjon Samuelsson. It took 41 years to build it on a hill to dominate part of the city.Almost 75m high, its unique pedestal-like architecture is reminiscent of the Svartifoss waterfall, with its wall of basalt columns. The visit is free unless you want to climb to the top of the bell tower to admire the view over Reykjavik and the surrounding mountains. Did you know it was named after an illustrious 17th-century Icelandic writer? Stop by at night too, and take a good look at the stained glass window above the entrance. It lights up to add even more magic and mystery to this majestic building!<\/p>\n\n

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Practical advice<\/h3>\n\n