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Einar Jonsson Museum (Listasafn Einars Jonssonar)
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#6 of 65 Sights & Landmarks in Reykjavik
"This sculpture garden and museum is steps away from the
landmark
Hallgrimskirkja church."
"Not one of the most promoted of
sights
but just behind the Hallgrimskyrkja and full of extraordinary works by an extraordinary sculptor"
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The Settlement Exhibition
2,996
#7 of 65 Sights & Landmarks in Reykjavik
"... use of technology enhances your understanding of the time period and the settlers and like the other museums in Reykjavik it is presented in Icelandic & English with
interactive displays
and information boards."
"... a historically accurate re-creation of early homes from several eras, a somewhat odd "museum" of transportation & technology, and a fabulous
gift shop
- actually the best
gift shop
I saw in all of Iceland!"
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Videy Island
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#9 of 65 Sights & Landmarks in Reykjavik
"A 5 minutes ferry ride brings you to this natural wonder of basalt
cliffs
, gorgeous meadows, an out-law cave, a beautiful statue celebrating the 1000th anniversary of Iceland's adoption of Christianity, a classic..."
"Landing dock is when standing in front of Harpa to the right, island has a lot of birds nd you can
walk around
the island, has several hills with nice view to Reykjavik scenery, had lunch there, sandwiches were go..."
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Cemetery Holavallagardur
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#11 of 65 Sights & Landmarks in Reykjavik
"We stopped by this peaceful cemetery during our mythical tour and were able to learn more about the history and
tales
that surround it."
"I recommend to go on a tour, but I prefer to
stroll
down the alleys and enjoy the freshness of this mysterious and magical place."
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Hofdi House
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#18 of 65 Sights & Landmarks in Reykjavik
"In fact, we stopped on our way to the airport, it took about 10 minutes to read the
plaques
there and look around and then we headed out."
"For history
buffs
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Hannesarholt
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#31 of 65 Sights & Landmarks in Reykjavik
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Bessastadir
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#34 of 65 Sights & Landmarks in Reykjavik
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Thjodveldisbaerinn Stong
10
#37 of 65 Sights & Landmarks in Reykjavik
"Outside, you can find the
ruins
of the small chapel to the right of the main building, and if you follow the hiking trails, you find Gjain, a valley of many waterfalls, once used as a set for Game of Thrones, and..."
"It houses an open excavation of Viking Age ruins as well as a program of temporary exhibitions on Settlement culture and
history
."
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Asgrimur Jonsson Collection (Safn Asgrims Jonssonar)
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#44 of 65 Sights & Landmarks in Reykjavik
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What are the best places for historic sites in Reykjavik?
These places are best for historic sites in Reykjavik:
The Settlement Exhibition
Videy Island
Einar Jonsson Museum (Listasafn Einars Jonssonar)
Hofdi House
Cemetery Holavallagardur
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Which places provide the best historic sites in Reykjavik for kids and families?
These are the best places for kid-friendly historic sites in Reykjavik:
Einar Jonsson Museum (Listasafn Einars Jonssonar)
The Settlement Exhibition
Videy Island
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Which places provide the best historic sites in Reykjavik for couples?
These are the best places for couples seeking historic sites in Reykjavik:
Einar Jonsson Museum (Listasafn Einars Jonssonar)
The Settlement Exhibition
Videy Island
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Which places provide the best historic sites in Reykjavik for travelers on a budget?
These are the best places for budget-friendly historic sites in Reykjavik:
Einar Jonsson Museum (Listasafn Einars Jonssonar)
The Settlement Exhibition
Videy Island
Cemetery Holavallagardur
Hofdi House
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Which places provide the best hidden gems for historic sites in Reykjavik?
These are the best hidden gems for historic sites in Reykjavik:
Einar Jonsson Museum (Listasafn Einars Jonssonar)
Videy Island
Cemetery Holavallagardur
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