--- {"type":"list","title":"Top 5 Under-the-Radar Experiences In Reykjavik, Iceland","listId":99138,"canonicalUrl":"https://listium.com/@thedesigntourist/99138/top-5-under-the-radar-experiences-in-reykjavik-iceland","visibleItemTotal":5,"creator":{"id":"thedesigntourist","name":"The Design Tourist","url":"https://listium.com/@thedesigntourist"},"stats":{"views":316,"likes":0,"followers":0},"category":"travel","publishedAt":"2024-02-02T19:46:40.393Z","updatedAt":"2024-02-02T19:46:40.393Z","fields":[{"id":0,"name":"Place","type":"PrimaryText"},{"id":1,"name":"Country","type":"Selection","multi":false},{"id":15,"name":"Location","type":"Text"},{"id":13,"name":"Category","type":"Text","format":"short"},{"id":11,"name":"Image","type":"Image"},{"id":6,"name":"Image","type":"Image"},{"id":4,"name":"Visited","type":"Symbols","format":"checkbox"},{"id":5,"name":"Notes","type":"Text","format":"long"},{"id":9,"name":"blog here","type":"URL"},{"id":10,"name":"Rating","type":"Symbols","format":"thumbs"}]} --- # Top 5 Under-the-Radar Experiences In Reykjavik, Iceland By [The Design Tourist (@thedesigntourist)](https://listium.com/@thedesigntourist) 316 views · 0 likes · 0 followers Published 2 February 2024 · Updated 2 February 2024 Category: travel **Reykjavik, Iceland's** capital, stands as a beacon of culture, history, and breathtaking natural beauty. Nestled against a backdrop of snow-capped mountains and the vast Atlantic Ocean, this city is a must-visit for any traveler seeking an **unforgettable experience**. Its unique position just below the Arctic Circle gifts it with phenomena such as the midnight sun in summer and the mesmerizing northern lights in winter, making every visit distinct and magical. If you're planning a trip to this enchanting city, you might be wondering what the best things to do are. To guide you through the vibrant streets and stunning landscapes of Reykjavik, we've curated a list of the \[T**op 5 under-the-radar things to do in Reykjavik, Iceland**\](https://thedesigntourist.com/top-5-things-to-do-in-reykjavik-iceland/). This selection reveals the city's heart beats strongest in the quiet, hidden spots just beyond the mainstream view. *For more travel content, make sure to check out my:* \[*YouTube*\](https://www.youtube.com/@thedesigntourist) *|* \[*Facebook*\](https://www.facebook.com/ADesignTourist) *|* \[*Twitter*\](https://twitter.com/aDesignTourist) *|* \[*Pinterest*\](https://www.pinterest.com/ADesignTourist/) *|* \[*TikTok*\](https://www.tiktok.com/@thedesigntourist) *|* \[*Website*\](https://thedesigntourist.com/) ## Items ### 1. [Visit a Geothermal Bakery at Laugarvatn Fontana](https://listium.com/@thedesigntourist/99138/top-5-under-the-radar-experiences-in-reykjavik-iceland/22/visit-a-geothermal-bakery-at-laugarvatn-fontana) Item ID: `22` - Country: Reykjavik, Iceland - Location: {"formatted\_address":"Laugarbraut, 840 Laugarvatn, Iceland","geometry":{"location":{"lat":64.2144315,"lng":-20.7337406},"viewport":{"south":64.2130825197085,"west":-20.7350895802915,"north":64.21578048029151,"east":-20.73239161970849}},"icon":"https://maps.gstatic.com/mapfiles/place\_api/icons/v1/png\_71/geocode-71.png","icon\_background\_color":"#7B9EB0","icon\_mask\_base\_uri":"https://maps.gstatic.com/mapfiles/place\_api/icons/v2/generic\_pinlet","name":"Laugarbraut","place\_id":"EiRMYXVnYXJicmF1dCwgODQwIExhdWdhcnZhdG4sIEljZWxhbmQiLiosChQKEgnpeoLXvprWSBEtYq7tcQ2MqRIUChIJ56rG2K2a1kgRtdd6MlwZY60","types":\["route"\],"url":"https://maps.google.com/?q=Laugarbraut,+840+Laugarvatn,+Iceland&ftid=0x48d69abed7827ae9:0xa98c0d71edae622d","utc\_offset":0,"searchTerm":"Laugarbraut, 840 Laugarvatn, Iceland"} - Category: Culinary Experience - Image (field 11): ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/n2jssbkimq2zqwn8pc9v.webp) - Image (field 6): ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/cqfwsc588wdqtfitw5im.webp) - Visited: true - Notes: > \* Experience \*\*rye bread,\*\* baked underground by geothermal energy. > \* \*\*How to Get There:\*\* Situated on the Golden Circle route, about an hour’s drive from Reykjavik. > \* \*\*Things to Know:\*\* The tour lasts 40 minutes, showcasing the baking process and including a tasting session. - blog here: [https://thedesigntourist.com/top-5-things-to-do-in-reykjavik-iceland/](https://thedesigntourist.com/top-5-things-to-do-in-reykjavik-iceland/) - Rating: +2 ### 2. [Take Part in the Réttir](https://listium.com/@thedesigntourist/99138/top-5-under-the-radar-experiences-in-reykjavik-iceland/23/take-part-in-the-rttir) Item ID: `23` - Country: Reykjavik, Iceland - Location: {"formatted\_address":"Smiðshöfði 11, 110 Reykjavík, Iceland","geometry":{"location":{"lat":64.1288604,"lng":-21.8154939},"viewport":{"south":64.1273175197085,"west":-21.8168316802915,"north":64.1300154802915,"east":-21.8141337197085}},"icon":"https://maps.gstatic.com/mapfiles/place\_api/icons/v1/png\_71/geocode-71.png","icon\_background\_color":"#7B9EB0","icon\_mask\_base\_uri":"https://maps.gstatic.com/mapfiles/place\_api/icons/v2/generic\_pinlet","name":"Smiðshöfði 11","place\_id":"ChIJ83hbGoB01kgR47KzFOSps2o","types":\["street\_address"\],"url":"https://maps.google.com/?q=Smi%C3%B0sh%C3%B6f%C3%B0i+11,+110+Reykjav%C3%ADk,+Iceland&ftid=0x48d674801a5b78f3:0x6ab3a9e414b3b2e3","utc\_offset":0,"searchTerm":"Smiðshöfði 11, 110 Reykjavík, Iceland"} - Category: Cultural Event - Image (field 11): ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/rcwzqp2z9x0vrmwdurwb.webp) - Image (field 6): ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/y2qtqhq1lzwcsnevzktn.jpg) - Visited: true - Notes: > \* Experience \*\*Réttir\*\* is an annual sheep round-up, a vibrant and culturally significant event in Iceland. > \* \*\*How to Get There:\*\* Events occur across South Iceland, with the closest to Reykjavik about 1-2 hours away by car. > \* \*\*Things to Know:\*\* Held in early September. Visitors should respect the farmers’ work and the animals by dressing warmly and wearing sturdy footwear. - blog here: [https://thedesigntourist.com/top-5-things-to-do-in-reykjavik-iceland/](https://thedesigntourist.com/top-5-things-to-do-in-reykjavik-iceland/) - Rating: +2 ### 3. [Explore the Basalt Tiles at Kirkjugólf](https://listium.com/@thedesigntourist/99138/top-5-under-the-radar-experiences-in-reykjavik-iceland/24/explore-the-basalt-tiles-at-kirkjuglf) Item ID: `24` - Country: Reykjavik, Iceland - Location: {"formatted\_address":"Geirland, Kirkjubæjarklaustur, Iceland","geometry":{"location":{"lat":63.79613469999999,"lng":-18.0441131},"viewport":{"south":63.79478571970849,"west":-18.0454620802915,"north":63.7974836802915,"east":-18.0427641197085}},"icon":"https://maps.gstatic.com/mapfiles/place\_api/icons/v1/png\_71/geocode-71.png","icon\_background\_color":"#7B9EB0","icon\_mask\_base\_uri":"https://maps.gstatic.com/mapfiles/place\_api/icons/v2/generic\_pinlet","name":"Geirland","place\_id":"EidHZWlybGFuZCwgS2lya2p1YsOmamFya2xhdXN0dXIsIEljZWxhbmQiLiosChQKEglrK8FuNuXQSBGA92fdmxycAhIUChIJSU4NkEjl0EgR8v5S5pyjeKA","types":\["route"\],"url":"https://maps.google.com/?q=Geirland,+Kirkjub%C3%A6jarklaustur,+Iceland&ftid=0x48d0e5366ec12b6b:0x29c1c9bdd67f780","utc\_offset":0,"searchTerm":"Geirland 203, 881 Kirkjubæjarklaustur, Iceland"} - Category: Natural Wonder - Image (field 11): ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/uqatxjufhjswovusejei.jpg) - Image (field 6): ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/gfsdbeqphdstklmok0mw.webp) - Visited: true - Notes: > \* \*\*Kirkjugólf, or “Church Floor\*\*,” is a natural wonder that showcases the geometric beauty of basalt column formations. > \* \*\*How to Get There:\*\* About a 3-hour drive from Reykjavik towards Iceland’s south coast. > \* \*\*Things to Know:\*\* Free to visit, with no hiking required from the parking area, making it accessible to all visitors. - blog here: [https://thedesigntourist.com/top-5-things-to-do-in-reykjavik-iceland/](https://thedesigntourist.com/top-5-things-to-do-in-reykjavik-iceland/) - Rating: +2 ### 4. [Discover the Icelandic Phallological Museum](https://listium.com/@thedesigntourist/99138/top-5-under-the-radar-experiences-in-reykjavik-iceland/25/discover-the-icelandic-phallological-museum) Item ID: `25` - Country: Reykjavik, Iceland - Location: {"current\_opening\_hours":{"open\_now":false,"periods":\[{"close":{"date":"2024-02-04","day":0,"time":"1900"},"open":{"date":"2024-02-04","day":0,"time":"1000"}},{"close":{"date":"2024-02-05","day":1,"time":"1900"},"open":{"date":"2024-02-05","day":1,"time":"1000"}},{"close":{"date":"2024-02-06","day":2,"time":"1900"},"open":{"date":"2024-02-06","day":2,"time":"1000"}},{"close":{"date":"2024-02-07","day":3,"time":"1900"},"open":{"date":"2024-02-07","day":3,"time":"1000"}},{"close":{"date":"2024-02-08","day":4,"time":"1900"},"open":{"date":"2024-02-08","day":4,"time":"1000"}},{"close":{"date":"2024-02-02","day":5,"time":"1900"},"open":{"date":"2024-02-02","day":5,"time":"1000"}},{"close":{"date":"2024-02-03","day":6,"time":"1900"},"open":{"date":"2024-02-03","day":6,"time":"1000"}}\],"weekday\_text":\["Monday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM","Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM","Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM","Thursday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM","Friday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM","Saturday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM","Sunday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM"\]},"formatted\_address":"Kalkofnsvegur 2, 101 Reykjavík, Ísland, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland","geometry":{"location":{"lat":64.1485594,"lng":-21.9358427},"viewport":{"south":64.14722971970849,"west":-21.9371674302915,"north":64.14992768029151,"east":-21.93446946970849}},"icon":"https://maps.gstatic.com/mapfiles/place\_api/icons/v1/png\_71/museum-71.png","icon\_background\_color":"#13B5C7","icon\_mask\_base\_uri":"https://maps.gstatic.com/mapfiles/place\_api/icons/v2/museum\_pinlet","name":"The Icelandic Phallological Museum (Hið Íslenzka Reðasafn)","place\_id":"ChIJOyxLnhVCzUgRoOQvu5-Krk0","types":\["museum","tourist\_attraction","cafe","bar","store","restaurant","food","point\_of\_interest","establishment"\],"url":"https://maps.google.com/?cid=5597563805513016480","utc\_offset":0,"website":"http://www.phallus.is/","searchTerm":"The Icelandic Phallological Museum, Reykjavík, Iceland"} - Category: Museum - Image (field 11): ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/r0adl4ioguazhxv6gd9w.webp) - Image (field 6): ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/jxhhrtmffiegypnb9v11.webp) - Visited: true - Notes: > \* The \*\*Icelandic Phallological Museum\*\* offers an unusual yet fascinating exploration of phallic specimens from various species. This one-of-a-kind museum in Reykjavik’s old harbor is both educational and humorous, providing insights into biology, culture, and the quirky side of Icelandic humor. > \* \*\*How to Get There:\*\* Easily accessible on foot, by bus, or by car in downtown Reykjavik. > \* \*\*Things to Know:\*\* Open year-round, with admission fees for adults and discounts for students and groups. The museum’s family-friendly approach makes it an intriguing visit for all. - blog here: [https://thedesigntourist.com/top-5-things-to-do-in-reykjavik-iceland/](https://thedesigntourist.com/top-5-things-to-do-in-reykjavik-iceland/) - Rating: +2 ### 5. [Unwind in Grasagarður Reykjavík Botanical Gardens](https://listium.com/@thedesigntourist/99138/top-5-under-the-radar-experiences-in-reykjavik-iceland/26/unwind-in-grasagarur-reykjavk-botanical-gardens) Item ID: `26` - Country: Reykjavik, Iceland - Location: {"formatted\_address":"Grasagarðinum, 104 Reykjavík, Iceland","geometry":{"location":{"lat":64.1403034,"lng":-21.8700156},"viewport":{"south":64.13889802010728,"west":-21.8726844,"north":64.14159767989271,"east":-21.869126}},"icon":"https://maps.gstatic.com/mapfiles/place\_api/icons/v1/png\_71/park-71.png","icon\_background\_color":"#4DB546","icon\_mask\_base\_uri":"https://maps.gstatic.com/mapfiles/place\_api/icons/v2/tree\_pinlet","name":"Grasagarður Botanical Garden","place\_id":"ChIJAdbxU5R01kgR1oEZGFM\_NRY","types":\["tourist\_attraction","park","point\_of\_interest","establishment"\],"searchTerm":"grasagarður near Iceland Free Trade Park hf., Sundagarðar, 104 Reykjavík, Iceland"} - Category: Botanical Garden - Image (field 11): ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/icimhlor7sznnkefle8u.png) - Image (field 6): ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/ouunlqjxrpttde7ur1kj.jpg) - Visited: true - Notes: > \* The \*\*Grasagarður Reykjavík Botanical Gardens\*\* is a hidden gem offering a tranquil escape with its lush displays of Icelandic and international flora perfect for those seeking peace and a deeper connection with nature, away from the city’s mainstream attractions. > \* \*\*How to Get There:\*\* The Botanical Gardens are in Laugardalur Valley, easily reachable by bus from Reykjavik’s city center, by car with available parking, or by a pleasant bike ride or walk for those nearby. > \* \*\*Things to know:\*\* Entry is free. They’re open daily, with seasonal variations in hours. Don’t miss the on-site Café Flora, open in summer. Check for event schedules or guided tours during your visit. - blog here: [https://thedesigntourist.com/top-5-things-to-do-in-reykjavik-iceland/](https://thedesigntourist.com/top-5-things-to-do-in-reykjavik-iceland/) - Rating: +2