Reykjavik

From atop the space rocket steeple (73m), the view of the capital is superb. — Michelin Guide

A dense and fascinating display (on 2 floors). — Michelin Guide

This stunning concert hall has become a symbol of Iceland's national recovery.  — Atlas Obscura

Also known as Hafnarhús, this former warehouse of the Port of Reykjavík now houses the city's art museum. — Fodor's

The permanent exhibit shares many features with local maritime museums across the country, such as well-crafted ship models and dummies in very uncomfortable-looking raincoats. — Frommer's

Jóhannes Kjarval (1885–1972) one of Iceland’s most popular classical artists... was a fisherman until his crew paid for him to study at the Academy of Fine Arts. — Lonely Planet

Learn more about Iceland's history by exploring Árbær, a onetime working farm turned faithfully re-created village, complete with farm animals, simple wooden houses, a town square. — Condé Nast Traveler

Blue whales, fin whales, humpbacks, and belugas are just some of the 23 different species featured in this great pod of life-size models at the Whales of Iceland exhibition. — Fodor's

Oh, the jokes are endless here, but though this unique museum houses a huge collection of penises, it's actually very well done. — Lonely Planet

The park is a favourite with locals for its huge swimming complex, fed by the geothermal spring. — Lonely Planet

The ocean is still cold but swimmable, and Icelandic families flock here on warm days to sunbathe and splash around in the almost-hot tubs. — Frommer's

The museum focuses almost entirely on his work, influenced by Henry Moore and the cubists. — Frommer's

This futuristic glass dome, built in 1991, sits atop five enormous cylindrical tanks storing 24,000 tons of the city's geothermally heated water. — Frommer's

City Hall has a tourist information desk, an exhibition area, and a pleasant cafe with free Internet and huge windows overlooking the pond. — Frommer's

This childrens' park in Laugardalur gets packed with happy local families on sunny days. — Lonely Planet

Learn about the classical tales explaining the Northern Lights, and the scientific explanation, then watch a 35-minute surround-sound panoramic HD recreation of Icelandic auroras. — Lonely Planet

This privately run museum is expensive and smells like a barn, but does manage to convey Icelandic history and saga lore with an expert blend of entertainment and educational value. — Frommer's

At the 200,000-square-foot spa, six tubs and an outdoor pool are filled with the Laugardalur Valley’s healing thermal waters. — Travel + Leisure

This verdant, tree-lined Reykjavik graveyard is both enchanting and eerie.  — Atlas Obscura