Laugardalslaug

The city's largest pool with extensive facilities, in Laugardalur Valley east of the city centre. It has two large pools for swimming, several hot-pots, a seawater bath, a steam bath, and water slide. It is a well-used large complex that is starting to show its age a little but it is still the best option in the city. It is undergoing quite a lot of renovation work, but the pool remains open.

Address: Sundlaugarveg
Getting there: In the same complex as the National Stadium. Near campsite and youth hostel
Hours: Mon-Fri 06:30 - 22:00, Sat Sun 08:00 - 22:00
Price: 1380 kr
Website: reykjavik.is (opens in a new tab)

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