National Museum of Iceland

  • Info: Offers a comprehensive overview of Icelandic history from the Settlement Age to the present day.
  • Exhibitions:
    • Permanent exhibition: “Making of a Nation”
    • Notable artifact: Valþjófsstaður door
  • Phone Number: +354 530 2200
  • Website: National Museum of Iceland

Reykjavik Art Museum

  • Info: Consists of three locations: Hafnarhús, Kjarvalsstaðir, and Ásmundarsafn, each offering unique art perspectives.
    • Hafnarhús: Focus on contemporary art, especially works by Erró.
    • Kjarvalsstaðir: Dedicated to Jóhannes S. Kjarval’s paintings.
    • Ásmundarsafn: Features sculptures by Ásmundur Sveinsson and other modern artists.
  • Phone Number: +354 411 6400
  • Website: Reykjavik Art Museum

Saga Museum

  • Info: Brings to life the Icelandic sagas with life-size figures and immersive displays.
  • Exhibitions: Life-size silicone figures, reconstructions of historical scenes.
  • Phone Number: +354 511 1517
  • Website: Saga Museum

Perlan Museum

  • Info: Features natural wonders of Iceland and interactive exhibits within a distinctive glass dome.
  • Exhibitions:
    • Wonders of Iceland
    • Real ice cave
    • Planetarium show
  • Phone Number: +354 566 9000
  • Website: Perlan Museum

Reykjavik Maritime Museum

  • Info: Highlights Iceland’s maritime history and connection to the sea.
  • Exhibitions:
    • Historic vessels and model ships
    • Maritime artifacts
    • Tour the Óðinn Coast Guard vessel
  • Phone Number: +354 411 6340
  • Website: Reykjavik Maritime Museum

Icelandic Phallological Museum

  • Info: Houses the world’s largest collection of penises and penile parts.
  • Exhibitions: Specimens from various land and sea mammals.
  • Phone Number: +354 561 6663
  • Website: Icelandic Phallological Museum

Whales of Iceland

  • Info: Features life-size models of 23 whale species found in Icelandic waters.
  • Exhibitions:
    • Life-size whale models
    • Ambient lighting and underwater sounds
  • Phone Number: +354 571 0077
  • Website: Whales of Iceland

The Settlement Exhibition

  • Info: Built around the remains of a Viking longhouse from the 10th century.
  • Exhibitions: Artifacts, interactive displays, multimedia presentations.
  • Phone Number: +354 411 6370
  • Website:

Aurora Reykjavik: The Northern Lights Center

  • Info: Dedicated to the science and beauty of the Northern Lights.
  • Exhibitions:
    • Interactive displays
    • Stunning Northern Lights photography
  • Phone Number: +354 780 4500
  • Website: Aurora Reykjavik

The Icelandic Punk Museum

  • Info: Celebrates Iceland’s punk rock history, housed in a former public restroom.
  • Exhibitions: Memorabilia, photographs, and music displays.
  • Phone Number: +354 568 2003
  • Website: Icelandic Punk Museum

The Einar Jónsson Museum

  • Info: Showcases works by Einar Jónsson, Iceland’s first sculptor.
  • Exhibitions:
    • Sculpture garden
    • Indoor sculptures and artworks
  • Phone Number: +354 551 3797
  • Website: The Einar Jónsson Museum

Reykjavik Museum of Photography

  • Info: Focuses on Icelandic photography from its beginnings to the present.
  • Exhibitions:
    • Rotating photography exhibitions
    • Permanent collection
  • Phone Number: +354 411 6390
  • Website: Reykjavik Museum of Photography

Árbær Open Air Museum

  • Info: An open-air museum showcasing historic Icelandic buildings and way of life.
  • Exhibitions:
    • Historical buildings
    • Exhibitions on rural life
  • Phone Number: +354 411 6300
  • Website: Árbær Open Air Museum

The House of Collections

  • Info: Showcases diverse collections of Icelandic art and artifacts.
  • Exhibitions:
    • Rotating exhibitions of various collections
  • Phone Number: +354 515 9600
  • Website: The House of Collections

Gljúfrasteinn – Laxness Museum

  • Info: The former home of Nobel laureate Halldór Laxness, now a museum dedicated to his life and works.
  • Exhibitions:
    • Personal artifacts
    • Literary works and memorabilia
  • Phone Number: +354 586 8066
  • Website: Gljúfrasteinn

Reykjavik offers a rich variety of museums that cater to different interests, from history and culture to art and unique Icelandic experiences. This comprehensive list ensures there is something for everyone to explore and enjoy in the vibrant capital of Iceland.

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