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- John GDublin, Ireland31 contributionsThis is a brilliant place to visit and if you fancy a walk only 30 minutes from Hallgrimskirke. So much to see and learn about Iceland and its natural features. Loved the ice room and it subtly points out the effects of climate changeWritten December 9, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Daniel W2 contributionsI really enjoyed the story told through the museum of Iceland from settlement to the modern period, with it divided up into distinct ages. It feels like a good overview of the past 1000ish years with plenty of detail to dive into. Staff were knowledgeable and enthusiastic. We spent about two and a half hours there and saw most of it, which felt about the right amount of time as part of the city card, I don’t think I’d want to rush through much quicker.Written December 11, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- L14RHSalisbury, United Kingdom76 contributionsWe dipped into this museum whilst looking for something to fill a few hours before dinner, but we were really glad we did. It was a great interactive exhibition and provided some really interesting information about Iceland's first settlers. We didn't have any children with us, but I imagine it would be a good exhibition to attend with children.Written December 6, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Daphne RBrighton, Canada59 contributionsVery good experience and movie. The VR glasses in the egg chairs was interesting. Liked all the information. Only reason not rated 5 is we never got any of the pictures we took at beginning that were to be sent to our e-mails.Written August 24, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- aidsnangMorrinsville, New Zealand238 contributionsOne man's carefully curated passion - a collection of over 280 specimens each with a standardised format for detailing the relevant facts. It was all quite serious and not at all in poor taste.
Quite interesting and a good way to kill an hour or so.
The strawberry penis-shaped waffles were delicious and highly recommend.
The museum shop was a bit underwhelming.Written December 5, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - GarybaldbeeLondon, UK34 contributionsMy expectations were pretty low. This is, after all, essentially a museum about fishing, which sounds about as dull as it can get. But I must admit that I enjoyed my visit. The museum is small - it only takes an hour or so to cover it fairly thoroughly - but its thoughtfully presented and visually interesting. Yes, there are displays about fishing industry processes but there are also plenty of interesting artefacts and some fascinating model ships. We didn't realise the boat outside was also part of the museum until we overheard another visitor enquiring about it just as we were leaving, which was a shame. Perhaps that aspect needs to be advertised a little more prominently.
This isn't going to be the highlight of your trip to Iceland but its definitely worth a short visit.Written October 5, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Fidya GKaty, TX1 contributionNice place to visit, great landscape with informative and well-preserved and well decorated houses. Bonus: if you come at the right time, there are sheeps you can pet!Written November 13, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- StephensWanderingsPhiladelphia, PA137 contributionsI didn’t make it inside, but loved all the statues outside, lightly dusted in snow, which was free. Right across from Hallgrimskirkja church.Written December 11, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- DebbieNew South Wales, Australia41 contributionsThe ticket was reasonable. The front desk staff was friendly & hepful. There was so much to take in, which really got me interested in Viking history. The audio was well-presented and provided additional information.Written October 14, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- peter bischoffYogyakarta Region, Indonesia209 contributionsGreat museum in a former public toilet. What better location for a punk museum there is? For me it was going back into time,since i was active in the Zuid Limburg hardcore punkscene in the early 90´s, we considered ourelves from a backwater area back than, i think Iceland considers itself like that too. Many interesting posters, video’s and objects from Icelands punkscene. With a lot of focus on KUKL the band that featured Bjork. I always loved Bjork and didn’t know anything about her past in punk. I was also surprised to see a skateboard signed by Bomer (r.i.p) from the rich kids on LSD, a band i knew well and hung out with on their Dutch tour in 1993. I just loved my visit to this tiny museum, even tough my wife who accompanied me hates punk. Really friendly guy who takes care of the museum and probably invented it, explained to my wife why icelanders like punk. My wife found him too cute to be a punk ( like she finds me too i guess). A must visit for anyone punkish or otherwise rebellious!Written November 5, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- frugalyankeeNatick, MA103 contributionsReally nice models of whales n very interesting tour by PATRICK. Fun facts. Great enthusiasm. Good details but not over the top. More interesting than I thought it would be Almost as good as the New Bedford Whaling Museum in Massachusetts.Written January 20, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Ričards EdijsLatvia430 contributionsThe museum itself and its surroundings were created and projected by the artist Ásmundar Sveinsson as a place where his legacy could be exhibited. In the park, his sculptures are exhibited and they can be viewed free of charge. Indoors, there is a changing exhibition, as well as many of the same sculptors yet on a much smaller scale so they could be viewed from a different perspective.Written October 19, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Ričards EdijsLatvia430 contributionsI liked the collection, and how different elements of the earth (e.g., air, water) were divided according to floors. There are surprisingly many spaces with activities meant for children. However, the museum itself (while located in a very nice building) seems a bit forgotten, as if the 'new' museums in Reykjavik would have taken some concepts once densely combined in the Culture House, and extended them to make the visitor experience more comprehensive. By and large, it is worth a visit if you want to get a general understanding of the cultural life, values, and understanding of Icelanders.Written August 31, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- jsliwa29apexLancaster, MA69 contributionsthe most amazing photographs of an amazingly photogenic region. spectacular work. must see!! lurie's style and presentation is quite a visual treat that has to be seen up close.Written August 8, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- betweensnowandskySalisbury, UK70 contributionsAn interesting exhibition, with leaflets explaining each piece in detail. Quiet, even on a Sunday. Really interesting building / space. The immersive exhibits were incredible. Welcoming staff. Would have been nice to have more postcards etc from the current exhibition in the shop.Written September 2, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
