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National Museum of IcelandvsLaugar Spa
Both are rated highly by experts. Overall, National Museum of Iceland is preferred by most writers compared to Laugar Spa. National Museum of Iceland scores 96 with endorsements from 6 reviewers like Lonely Planet, Afar Magazine and Fodor's.
National Museum of Iceland
Lonely Planet
Michelin Guide
Afar Magazine
Fodor's
Frommer's
Travel + Leisure
Sudurgata 41, Reykjavik 101, Iceland
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Lonely PlanetTop choice
"This superb museum displays artefacts from Settlement to the modern age." Full review
Michelin Guide 3 Stars
"A dense and fascinating display (on 2 floors).
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Afar Magazine "Just a stone’s throw from the city centre and across the so-called pond, the museum’s permanent exhibition aims to sum up a grand history in an afternoon’s serving." Full review
Fodor's "Viking treasures and artifacts, silver work, wood carvings, and some unusual whalebone carvings are on display here, as well as maritime objects, historical textiles, jewelry, and crafts" Full review
Frommer's "This sizable museum condenses Iceland’s entire history and culture into one digestible bite" Full review
Travel + Leisure "This museum showcases paintings, statues, and other artifacts from Iceland’s storied past"
Laugar Spa Frommer's Travel + Leisure
Sundlaugarvegi St., 30A, Reykjavik 104, Iceland
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Frommer's "This mammoth complex, opened in 2004, has spared no expense to wow patrons with the latest in super-deluxe spa and fitness technology." Full review
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Travel + Leisure "At the 200,000-square-foot spa, six tubs and an outdoor pool are filled with the Laugardalur Valley’s healing thermal waters." Full review
