Reykjavik is located on the coast of Iceland, the country’s capital and largest city. Reykjavik is a small city that is bustling with life and activities all year round. This country’s capital is one of the world’s most northern capitals and is believed to be the first settlement in all of Iceland.
One amazing thing about travelling to this country is that you are able to carry out several activities, of which some are free, which simply means you will have access to some attractions and sights at no cost. Some of the free things you can do are highlighted below:
1. Hike up Hallgrimskirkja church tower: At its highest point, this church tower offers a panoramic view of Reykjavik and is the seventh tallest structure in Iceland. There are about 100 steps to climb up Hallgrimskirkja. However, there is a lift available if you are bothered about going through all the stairs, although at an extra fee. There is also an observation deck you could access, which is situated on top of the lift and offers a 360-degree view over downtown Reykjavik and its surrounding areas.
2. Enjoy the local entertainment: The harsh climate of this country has greatly contributed to Icelanders’ staying indoors. Notwithstanding, they have developed other fun ways to celebrate, such as a creative and artistic culture. Likewise, there are several painters, poets, writers, and musicians, and you can also catch a free live show in Reykjavik at Rosenberg Cafe, Hlemmur Square Hostel, KEX Hostel, HI Loft Hostel, and the Drunk Rabbit Irish Pub, which usually has someone who sings solo with his guitar.
3. Enjoy the view at Perlan: Perlan is a futuristic-looking glass dome, which offers amazing views of both Reykjavik and its surrounding area. Alongside this view, you can decide to have a cup of coffee or enjoy a meal at any of the restaurants available in this section.
4. Walk along Tjornin Lake: This is one of the best free things you can do in Reykjavik, mostly because it is centrally located, thereby making it easy for travelers staying downtown or at a guesthouse near Lake Thingvallavatn, which is connected to Tjornin for reach. In this instance, you could also stroll by cafes and shops on Laugavegur Street while listening to people playing traditional Icelandic music.
5. Nautholsvk Beach: a man-made beach with hot tubs and a heated pool. It is a popular location with locals and gets quite busy in the summer. For individuals who would prefer to go to a cold swimming area, there is also a non-heated swimming area.
6. Visit the Grotta Lighthouse: This lighthouse is located on the outskirts of town and is an excellent spot for bird watching and viewing the Atlantic Ocean. It is a long walk along the coast from the city center, which you would certainly love to visit, especially during the winter period, hence making the scenic view and gorgeous coastal walk worthwhile.
7. Walking or biking the coast: Due to the fact that Reykjavik is a small city and its coastline is walkable or bikeable, some great stops along the way are the Nautholsvik Geothermal Beach and the Seltjarnarnes Peninsula, and, provided you do not have an interest in biking around alone, you can decide to take a bike tour.
8. Visit Perlan: Perlan is a dome-shaped building called “The Pearl,” and it offers another great place to get a view of the city and surrounding area. On clear days, you can see as far as Snaefellsjokull which is the 700,000 year old glacier-capped volcano that is located on the western coast of the island. Visiting these places could assist in saving your money whenever you pay a visit to this country because they all come with a no charge rate and provide you with an opportunity to spend on some other things.