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Reykjavík Festival Nights
Three buzzing nights in Reykjavík, where late-night bars and culture light up the world's northernmost capital.
The itinerary.
3 days · 8 stops
Friday
Day One
Land in the capital and dive straight into the colourful downtown energy, ending with Reykjavík's famous bar-hopping rúntur.
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Hallgrímskirkja
Climb the tower of Iceland's iconic basalt-columned church for a sweeping view over the rainbow rooftops of Reykjavík.
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Laugavegur Street
Wander the main shopping street lined with design boutiques, record shops and street art before the night kicks off.
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Kaldi Bar
A cosy craft-beer institution pouring Iceland's Kaldi brews; the natural first stop on the legendary weekend rúntur pub crawl.
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Hotel
Kvosin Downtown Hotel booking.com · AI hotel ratings: hotelist.com
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Getting around
- Arriving via Keflavík Airport, Flybus transfer to BSÍ terminal, then short taxi downtown
Saturday
Day Two
Soak in geothermal spa culture by day, then experience Reykjavík's live music and nightlife after dark.
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Sky Lagoon
An oceanfront geothermal lagoon with a seven-step ritual and infinity edge facing the Atlantic — the perfect warm-up to a big night.
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Harpa Concert Hall
The shimmering glass concert hall on the harbour hosts everything from jazz nights to indie gigs in its honeycomb-lit halls.
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Kex Hostel Bar
A converted biscuit factory turned beloved live-music bar where locals and travellers mingle over cocktails and DJ sets.
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Getting around
- Walking through downtown
- Local taxi to Sky Lagoon in Kópavogur
Sunday
Day Three
A relaxed final morning of brunch and harbourside strolling before flying home.
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Sandholt Bakery
Reykjavík's most loved artisan bakery, ideal for a slow weekend brunch of sourdough, pastries and strong coffee.
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Old Harbour & Grandi
Stroll the regenerated harbour district past street murals, the Saga Museum and ice cream at Valdis to close the trip.
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Getting around
- Walking downtown
- Flybus transfer back to Keflavík Airport
Location.
Frequently asked
How many days do you need for Reykjavík Festival Nights?
3 days. The itinerary runs from Friday to Sunday and covers 8 curated stops across 3 days.
How much does Reykjavík Festival Nights cost?
Premium — €300–600 per day per person, premium lodging included.
Where do you stay during Reykjavík Festival Nights?
Kvosin Downtown Hotel is the recommended base for the trip; the full hotel list per day is in the itinerary section.
What's included in the Reykjavík Festival Nights itinerary?
Day-by-day stops at 8 restaurants, museums, viewpoints and landmarks; transportation hints between each leg; and a hotel base in Hallgrímskirkja.
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