Ultimate Guide to events in Iceland!

The old harbour warehouse, Hafnarhús, offers a progressive exhibition program with local and international contemporary artists. The works of key figures, as well as established and emerging current artists are presented in six galleries. Hafnarhús is also home to the works of Erró (b. 1932), a significant player in the international pop art scene. Hafnarhús is located in the oldest part of Reykjavik, where the town’s boats and first docks lay. The building was erected in the 1930s and at the time it was one of the largest buildings in the country. It was renovated by Studio Grandi architects in 1998-2000 to house Reykjavík Art Museum.

Soffia’s Toy Museum consists of Óskar Elínar Jóhannesdóttur toy collection and the toy collection formerly found at Iðnó, in addition to toys donated by patriots. The museum is open to everyone who enjoys old toys but we ask guests not to touch the pieces found in the museum. Donations to further the museum are greatly appreciated.

Bryggjan Brewery is the first independent microbrewery & bistro in Iceland located by the old harbor in Reykjavík. The restaurant is retro, mixed with historical things from the Icelandic fisherman culture. Offering fresh craft beers directly from the brewery and varied menu, which is a mix with fresh Icelandic seafood and traditional courses.

In the harbour area of Grundarfjörður town, stands a small house named Bjargarsteinn. The house was transported 140 kilometers from Akranes town to its current location, where it has a new role as a restaurant. Bjargarsteinn House of food is a local family owned restaurant. The menu is seasonal, created by chef Gunnar Garðarsson with a focus on local produce. All meals are made from scratch. Enjoy a nice meal in a warm and romantic atmosphere with a view over the ocean and Mt Kirkjufell.

Tjöruhúsið is a seafood restaurant in Ísafjörður, serving only catch of the day. Tjöruhúsið is a family owned and operated restaurant in Ísafjörður. We only serve catch of the day, hence we have no menu on display. Generally you can expect to feast on wolffish, cod, halibut, bacalao, ocean perch and spotted catfish at Tjöruhúsið – we also serve a langoustine and tomato based fish soup and (if you’re in luck) traditional Icelandic fish stew. Children 14 and under eat for free at Tjöruhúsið. Persons over 14 will pay 6.000 ISK to partake in soup and buffet (which is served in the evening), during lunch hours, we usually offer an a la carte menu based on what was brought in that day, with prices ranging from 2.000 ISK – 4.000 ISK. For those interested in dining at Tjöruhúsið, we recommend reserving seats in good time (especially during high season) Note: to guarantee a table, we recommend being in touch with at least three days’ notice (more for larger groups) via telephone (as we are often busy in the summer and don’t have time to answer our email and FB msg)

Street food snacks, selection of soups, vegan options, dishes of the day and a chef’s choice. Light snacks, homemade cakes and traditional Icelandic waffles.