Timeline
16:54
Pick up a warm pastry and coffee at Mosfellsbakarí. It opens at 08:00 on Saturdays, so arriving just before then ensures you catch the first fresh batches.
18:54
Walk 30 minutes northeast to the Reykjavík Botanical Gardens. Arrive as the golden light begins to stretch across the paths, offering a peaceful stroll before the crowds.
20:24
Head to Café Flóran, located just a minute's walk from the gardens. It is an ideal spot to sit, sip a hot drink, and watch the light shift through the trees.
Local tip
Café Flóran is closed for winter 2021, but on the selected date in April it is open. Check the opening hours for any seasonal changes if visiting at a different time of year.
Check before you go
- Mosfellsbakarí opens at 08:00 on Saturdays. Arriving by 07:30 allows you to be first in line.
- Café Flóran is open daily from 10:00 to 22:00.
Worth knowing
- Mosfellsbakarí is open at 16:54 only on Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr
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