Reykjavik City Card 72 Hour: Easy, Affordable and Eco-Friendly Tour of Iceland's Capital

Explore Reykjavik with ease and affordability using the Reykjavik City Card 72 Hour. Enjoy free entry to museums, thermal pools, and more, plus discounts and offers. Book now!

Duration: 3 days
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights

National Museum of Iceland - The National Museum showcases artifacts that shed light on Icelandic cultural history, encouraging visitors to reflect on the past, present, and future. The museum strives to foster knowledge and innovation while maintaining a broad perspective and a sense of community.

National Gallery of Iceland (Listasafn Islands) - The National Gallery of Iceland is a national museum focusing primarily on 19th and 20th-century Icelandic art, though it also features international works. It holds the country’s most valuable collection of Icelandic art, including pieces by renowned artists like Pablo Picasso, Edward Munch, Karel Appel, Hans Hartung, Victor Vasarely, Richard Serra, and Richard Tuttle.

Reykjavik Art Museum Hafnarhus - Located in an old harbor warehouse, Hafnarhús offers a dynamic exhibition program featuring both local and international contemporary artists. It showcases works by key figures and emerging artists across six galleries. Hafnarhús also houses the works of Erró, a notable figure in the international pop art scene. The building, constructed in the 1930s, is situated in Reykjavik’s oldest area, where the town’s first docks were located.

Reykjavik Art Museum Asmundarsafn - This museum, designed, built, and once inhabited by sculptor Ásmundur Sveinsson, is now part of the Reykjavík Art Museum. The white dome structure is surrounded by Sveinsson’s sculptures, ranging from his early massive figures to his later abstract compositions. Inside, the building offers a unique experience, inspired by Mediterranean architecture. Sveinsson’s works are often displayed alongside those of other modern and contemporary artists.

Reykjavik Art Museum Kjarvalsstadir - Kjarvalsstaðir houses the works of Jóhannes S. Kjarval, one of Iceland’s most influential artists. The exhibitions primarily focus on paintings and sculptures by established modern art masters. The building itself is a prime example of Nordic modernism, featuring floor-to-ceiling windows that overlook the beautiful Klambratún Park.

Reykjavik Maritime Museum - The exhibition “Fish & Folk – 150 Years of Fisheries” at the Reykjavík Maritime Museum explores the history of Icelandic fisheries from the late 19th century to the present. This history is told from the perspective of Reykjavík, Iceland’s largest fishing port. The museum is appropriately housed in a former fish factory.

Arbaer Open Air Museum - Árbær, once a functioning farm well into the 20th century, became an open-air museum in 1957. It now features over 20 buildings forming a town square, village, and farm, with most structures relocated from central Reykjavik.

The Settlement Exhibition - The Settlement Exhibition - Reykjavik 871±2 explores the settlement of Reykjavík, based on scholarly theories about central Reykjavík’s heritage sites. The exhibition centers on the remains of a hall from the Settlement Age, inhabited from 930-1000, and includes turf remnants of a wall built shortly before 871, one of Iceland’s oldest man-made structures.

Reykjavik Museum of Photography - This museum’s exhibitions focus on Icelandic photography, featuring works from its collection and foreign photographers. It showcases both historical and contemporary photography within artistic, social, and cultural contexts.

Videy Island - Viðey Island boasts unspoiled nature and a significant place in Icelandic history. The island is rich in birdlife and features outstanding modern art. Visitors are encouraged to help preserve the island’s pristine beauty.

Gerdarsafn Kopavogur Art Museum - Gerðarsafn is a progressive museum emphasizing modern and contemporary art, located in Kópavogur. It offers temporary exhibitions of Icelandic and international contemporary artists and displays the museum’s collection. The museum is notable for being the only one in Iceland dedicated to a female artist.

Natural History Museum of Kopavogur - The museum is divided into geological and zoological sections. The geological section focuses on Iceland’s formation and major rock and mineral types, while the zoological section primarily features Icelandic birds, mammals, fish, and invertebrates. The museum staff offers free, tailored guidance, preferably reserved in advance, especially for groups.

Reykjavik Family Park and Zoo - The zoo features more than just farm animals, including Icelandic wildlife and a small exhibition of reptiles, amphibians, and insects. Playgrounds are open in the summer and on winter weekends, weather permitting, with various equipment available. The park offers a pleasant environment for a stroll.

The Culture House - The Culture House’s permanent exhibition, “Points of View – A Journey Through the Visual World of Iceland,” offers a unique opportunity to view collections from six major Icelandic cultural institutions. Artworks of various styles and mediums are presented thematically alongside museum objects and archival materials.

Aoalstraeti 10 - Aðalstræti 10 is a museum and exhibition space, part of the Reykjavík City Museum, which encompasses five unique locations.

Sigurjon Olafsson Museum - Dedicated to the works of Icelandic sculptor Sigurjón Ólafsson, this museum was founded in 1984 by his widow, Birgitta Spur. She converted the artist’s studio at Laugarnes into an exhibition space to house a large collection of his works.

Laugardalslaug - Reykjavík City operates seven public thermal pools heated with geothermal water, promoting public sports and a healthy lifestyle. The pools offer steam baths, saunas, hot tubs, and jacuzzis, with staff regularly trained in safety.

Sundhollin Public Baths - Reykjavík City operates seven public thermal pools heated with geothermal water, promoting public sports and a healthy lifestyle. The pools offer steam baths, saunas, hot tubs, and jacuzzis, with staff regularly trained in safety.

Grafarvogslaug - Reykjavík City operates seven public thermal pools heated with geothermal water, promoting public sports and a healthy lifestyle. The pools offer steam baths, saunas, hot tubs, and jacuzzis, with staff regularly trained in safety.

Vesturbaejarlaug - Reykjavík City operates seven public thermal pools heated with geothermal water, promoting public sports and a healthy lifestyle. The pools offer steam baths, saunas, hot tubs, and jacuzzis, with staff regularly trained in safety.

Arbaejarlaug Swimming Pool - Reykjavík City operates seven public thermal pools heated with geothermal water, promoting public sports and a healthy lifestyle. The pools offer steam baths, saunas, hot tubs, and jacuzzis, with staff regularly trained in safety.

National Gallery of Iceland (Listasafn Islands) - The House of Collections, located at Hverfisgata 15, 101 Reykjavik, hosts the exhibition “Treasures of a Nation,” highlighting the invaluable collections of the National Gallery of Iceland. The art reflects the spirit of each era, constantly evolving in dialogue with society.

What's Included
  • Admission to thermal pools
  • Admission to museums
  • Ferry ride
  • Admission to family park and zoo
  • Public Bus
  • All fees and/or taxes
What's Not Included
  • Please note, you will need to swap your digital voucher for the Reykjavik City Card.
Additional Information

DISCOVER REYKJAVÍK IN THE MOST SIMPLE, COST-EFFECTIVE AND ENVIRONMENTALLY CONSCIOUS MANNER

Complimentary admission to museums and galleries in Reykjavík

Complimentary access to Reykjavík Zoo and Family Park

Complimentary access to Reykjavík’s thermal pools, hot tubs and saunas

Complimentary use of the public bus service, “Strætó”, in Reykjavík and the surrounding metropolitan area

Complimentary ferry trip to Viðey, a breathtaking historical island.
During the winter months, the Island of Viðey is illuminated by the Image Peace Tower and ferry service is available only on weekends.

Enjoy numerous discounts and special offers available on our website.

Location
National Museum of Iceland
Suourgata 41,
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Gerald_h
Jun 15, 2024
Lots to do in Reykjavik with your City Card - We used the City Card on buses all over the city, taking us to museums, the harbor, and a symphony concert at spectacular "HARPA" on the water. The City Card gave us access to many museums. We visited 4 different museums in 3 days. We got our money's worth for sure.
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John_d
Jun 3, 2024
Great value! - Great value if you plan on exploring the city! I didn't get on a single bus as I prefer to walk but used this for multiple discounts and for entrance to 12 or so museums and it was absolutely worth it!
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Julia_s
Dec 6, 2023
Reasonably priced...easy to use - Very reasonably priced for bus tickets throughout the city! The Settlement Museum is not to be missed! No issues using the pass cards on the city bus. Everyone seems to recognize them.
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Bill
Jul 29, 2023
Great Value - The card was great value and easy to use. I bought the card voucher online before I arrived in Iceland and I had no problem exchanging the voucher for the 72-hour Reykjavik City Card at "What's On" in Reykjavik. You also receive a pamphlet with a map showing eligible locations for the card. You will also need to check their website to find additional places that offer discounts for the card.
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Nyalpi
Jul 18, 2023
Great value to see a lot of Reykjavik - Bought the card in person in Reykjavik (had problem buying it online). Very easy to buy at one of the museums. Card enabled me to have a very enjoyable and varied time in Reykjavik! Went to several museums for free using this card. Some of the museums were excellent but some of the museums were small and I probably would not have bothered visiting them if not for this card. Got discounts using this card at 3 restaurants. Unfortunately at 1 of the restaurants the staff didn't know about this card but gave me a discount anyway. Went on ferry. Went on buses a few times. Went swimming at thermal pools. Many places included in card that I didn't have time to go to. Calculating all the money I would have spent at all the attractions, I used probably 2x the value of the card. Very worthwhile!
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Suehd7312fr
May 4, 2023
Great value for money - I didn't actually go on a bus but used the card for entry to many museums and galleries, the Videy Island ferry. If I'd paid for each of these individually it would have cost more than what the card did. I also got a discount on hiring a bike through Reykjavik Bike Hire. Great Value for money.
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Lynn_k
Aug 16, 2022
Great value for the money. - Great value! Entrance fees included for many Icelandic museums and sites in Reykjavik and unlimited use of the public buses. Bonus -entrance fees included to the geothermally heated pools in town!
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Karl_p
Jun 24, 2022
Great savings, in money, time, and just convenience. - This city card was amazing. You get access to a bunch of museums, art galleries, and pools. Most importantly the bus system which came in very handy. Most places you stay are within walking distance to busses. We definitely would to it again.. It was such a cost savings also.
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Karen_r
Jun 10, 2023
Convenient but not that cost effective - The price of the card just covers the expense of museums/activities we wanted to participate in by the convenience with the Coty Bus made it very convenient.
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Kathleen
Jun 11, 2024
Hummm - All I heard was get this card. Loved the attraction part of it but not happy with bus. Found bus stops not marked on majority of maps. Bus driver didn't know what the card was. Got on wrong bus because we didn't realize there was a north and south line. Ended up getting off and just walked.
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