Timeline
17:22
Walk up Arnarhóll, the hill named after Iceland's first settler. It offers a quiet, elevated perspective of the city center. Arrive here before the sun dips below the horizon to find the best vantage point for the sunset.
17:52
Head down to Þrír frakkar for a pre-sunset bite. Their lunch plokkfiskur special is legendary and serves big meals for a moderate price. The timing works perfectly as they are open until 22:30 on weekdays and until 22:30 on Sundays, ensuring you can eat before the evening sets in fully.
18:37
After dinner, wander over to Ölstofa Kormáks og Skjaldar. This small, cozy bar feels like the living room of an Icelandic grandmother, complete with cross-stitched pictures. It is one of the few bars in Reykjavík with its own brewery, making it a perfect spot to unwind after dark.
Local tip
The walk from the restaurant to the bar is short, but check the route if you are unfamiliar with the streets. The atmosphere at Ölstofa Kormáks og Skjaldar is uniquely local and intimate.
Check before you go
- Þrír frakkar is open Mo-Fr 11:30-14:00 and Mo-Th 18:00-22:00, Fr-Su 18:00-22:30. Ensure you arrive before 22:30.
- Arnarhóll is a public park and hill, accessible at any time, but visibility will be best before sunset.
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