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Reykjavík Art Museum - Kjarvalsstaðir

It is safe to say that Jóhannes Kjarval (1885-1972) is the single biggest name in Icelandic painting. Kjarvalsstaðir hosts a collection of his work, as well as hosting other temporary exhibitions.

Address: Flókagata
Getting there: in Klambratún park
Price: Adults: 2200 kr, students: 1370 kr, children under 18: free. Price includes all three art museums, Hafnarhús, Kjarvalsstaðir and Ásmundarsafn
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Klambratún
Klambratún is a park just east of the city centre on an area which remained farmland while the city was built up around it. The area was later converted into one of the largest public parks in the city and often hosts various events. One of the houses of the Reykjavík Art Museum, Kjarvalsstaðir, is inside the park.
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Sundhöllin
The city's oldest and only indoor pool (with outdoor hot-pots), located in the city centre. Has a more municipal feel than the other pools, but has a very central location.
Mon-Fri 06:30 - 21:00, Sat Sun 08:00 - 19:00
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Hallgrímskirkja
This can't miss attraction towers over the city on top of a hill. In front is a statue of Leif Ericsson (Leifur Eiríksson in Icelandic), the Norse explorer who sailed to North America in the 10th century. The United States gave this statue to Iceland in 1930, in honor of the 1,000th anniversary of the Althingi, the Iceland parliament.
Mass: Sun 11:00; Church tower open daily 09:00-20:00Admission to the tower: adults 1300 kr, students 1000 kr, children (7-14) 200 kr
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Kaffismiðja Íslands
This cafe supposedly employs some of Iceland's best baristas, and does serve great coffee. Also offers a selection of French and Icelandic pastries. On the small side with just a few tables, but big windows let in lots of light. Friendly staff and student clientèle.
Mon-Fri 08:30-17:00; Sat 10:00-17:00