36 hours ALONE in Reykjavík: I wasn't expecting this

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  1. Harpa

    Landmark · Miðborg

    Worth seeing from outside on a walk along the bay, even without attending an event.

  2. Þúfa

    Landmark · Grandi

    A quirky, out-of-the-way stop. The name is pronounced roughly 'Thoo-fa'.

  3. Bingó Drinkery

    Bar · Miðborg

    Serves Negronis, and other patrons may invite you to a game of darts.

  4. Reykjavík Roasters

    Cafe · Skólavörðuholt

    The warm cinnamon pastry is soft and doughy without being underdone.

  5. Hallgrímskirkja

    Landmark · Skólavörðuholt

    The bells ring every 15 minutes, with a longer chime on the hour.

  6. Árbær Open Air Museum

    Museum · Árbær

    Outside the centre and reached by bus; allow over two hours.

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