Timeline
14:00
Head straight to Laugardalslaug. The complex is open until 22:00, and arriving at 14:00 ensures you beat the evening rush. Grab your towel and change into your swimsuit. The facility features two large pools, hot pots, a seawater bath, and a steam bath. It is a well-used local hub, so expect a relaxed, communal atmosphere.
15:00
Walk for about 12 minutes to Olifa - La Madre Pizza. This Italian restaurant is open from 11:30 to 21:00 on weekdays and until 22:00 on weekends, making it the perfect spot for a post-swim meal. Enjoy a relaxed lunch in a casual setting.
16:00
Take a short 12-minute walk southeast to the Reykjavík Botanical Gardens. It is a quiet, compact space ideal for a gentle stroll. Take a moment to observe the unique plants that thrive in the Icelandic climate, offering a peaceful contrast to the earlier activity.
Local tip
Check the specific opening hours for Olifa - La Madre Pizza if you are visiting on a Sunday or Monday, as they differ from the weekday schedule. The Botanical Gardens are small, so allocate enough time to walk through them without feeling rushed.
Check before you go
- Laugardalslaug is open daily until 22:00, but weekend start times are 08:00.
- Olifa - La Madre Pizza is closed on Sundays and Mondays until 17:00, but open from 11:30 on Tuesday through Saturday.
Worth knowing
- Olifa - La Madre Pizza is open at 15:00 only on Tu, We, Th, Fr
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Reykjavík (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).