8 FREE THINGS to do in Reykjavík 🇮🇸 Save Money in Iceland! 💰

12 places in this vlog

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1. 0:25

   Harpa

   🏢 Landmark · Miðborg

   Free to enter, with great interior views; free exhibits or concerts are sometimes on.

2. 1:18

   The English Pub

   🍺 Bar · Miðborg · brief mention

   Often hosts free live performances.

3. 1:18

   Den Danske Kro (Danish Pub)

   🍺 Bar · Miðborg · brief mention

4. 1:18

   American Bar

   🍺 Bar · Miðborg · brief mention

   Often hosts free live performances.

5. 1:53

   Old Harbour

   🏘️ Neighborhood · Miðborg

   A free spot to stroll, people-watch and take in the sea views.

6. 2:24

   Þúfa

   🏢 Landmark · Grandi

   It's a fair walk along the waterfront, so skip it if the wind is very strong.

7. 2:45

   Tjörnin

   🌳 Park · Miðborg

   In winter the pond freezes over and locals go ice skating on it.

8. 3:05

   Reykjavík City Hall (Ráðhús Reykjavíkur)

   🏢 Landmark · Miðborg

   Free to walk in and see the 3D map and art exhibits.

9. 3:26

   Grótta Lighthouse

   🏢 Landmark · Seltjarnarnes

   A free alternative to a Northern Lights tour; dress warmly, as the waterfront gets freezing in winter.

10. 3:58

    Kvika Footbath

    🏢 Landmark · Seltjarnarnes

    For feet only, no skinny dipping; a local pool ticket costs around $6 for a proper soak.

11. 4:23

    Kolaportið Flea Market

    🛒 Market · Miðborg

    Open Saturdays and Sundays; the food and candy section offers free samples.

12. 5:03

    Nauthólsvík Geothermal Beach

    🚡 Activity · Nauthólsvík

    Ocean access is free; the heated section reaches about 15–19°C. Bring a thermos of coffee.