Experts' Choice Award National Museum of Iceland
What the experts agree on
Experts praise this comprehensive museum for distilling Iceland's Viking-to-modern history into a manageable visit, with standout Viking artifacts, whalebone carvings, textiles, and crafts across two dense, well-organized floors.
“A dense and fascinating display (on 2 floors). ”
– Michelin Guide
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"This superb museum displays artefacts from Settlement to the modern age." Full review
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"
New York Times "Walk through history at the National Museum of Iceland, which has more than a thousand years’ worth of artifacts arranged in chronological order. History buffs may also appreciate the..."
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