Reykjavík Cruise Port Guide
Photos: Marie, Aimee, Aleksej “Алекс Трал” Trusov, Dean Anic, Alby Set, Saska Grusovnik · via Google Maps
- Country:
- Iceland
- Region:
- Iceland
- Coordinates:
- 64.1475° N, 21.9350° W
About Reykjavík
Reykjavík, Iceland's capital and largest city, welcomes cruise passengers at a convenient port location. The city is home to eight notable attractions within close reach, making it an accessible destination for those with limited time ashore. Key sites include Hallgrimskirkja church (0.7 km from port), the iconic Sun Voyager sculpture (0.6 km away), and several museums and cultural venues.
Top Attractions Near the Port
The Lava Show and FlyOver Iceland are popular tourist attractions rated highly by visitors. For museum lovers, Perlan offers exhibits just 2.2 km away, whilst the Icelandic Phallological Museum sits just 0.1 km from the port. Aurora Reykjavík provides insight into the Northern Lights, and Skólavörðustígur Rainbow Street offers shopping and street-level exploration.
About Reykjavík
As the world's northernmost capital of a sovereign state, Reykjavík has a population of around 140,000, with the surrounding Capital Region home to approximately 252,000 people. The city is located on the southern shore of Faxaflói bay in southwest Iceland. Those seeking further exploration can visit nearby ports at Akureyri or Ísafjörður.
Reykjavík is the capital and largest city of Iceland. It is located on the southern shore of the Faxaflói bay in southwest Iceland and has a latitude of 64°08′ N, making it the world's northernmost capital of a sovereign state. Reykjavík has a population of around 140,000 as of 2026, and the surrounding Capital Region has a population of around 252,000, constituting approximately 64% of Iceland's population.
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Things to do in Reykjavík on a port day
Top-rated sights within reach of the cruise terminal. Ratings, hours and reviews from Google — check opening times before you go.
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Photo: Kamil Gumula · via Google Maps Church
Hallgrimskirkja
4.6 (29,408) 0.7 km from port
Inspired by Icelandic traditions, this modern cathedral, consecrated in 1986, has a 73m-high tower.
Near: Leif Eriksson Monument (61 m) · Skolavorduholt (74 m)
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Opening hours
- Monday: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Tuesday: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Wednesday: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Thursday: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Friday: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Saturday: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Sunday: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
- 5 · “Really cool church! It's free to enter, very minimalistic inside. Need to buy ticket to get to the top. There…” — Anna-Liisa Raid
- 5 · “Quick Summary: An iconic architectural landmark inspired by Iceland's basalt columns. Go for the best 360° views in Reykjavik and…” — Levani S
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Photo: Marie · via Google Maps Museum
Perlan
4.5 (11,639) 2.2 km from port
Futuristic revolving glass-domed fine dining restaurant in park setting, with cocktail bar.
Near: Icelandic Museum of Natural History (3 m) · Perlan Restaurant & Café (7 m)
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Good for children
- Toilets
Opening hours
- Monday: 9:00 am – 9:00 pm
- Tuesday: 9:00 am – 9:00 pm
- Wednesday: 9:00 am – 9:00 pm
- Thursday: 9:00 am – 9:00 pm
- Friday: 9:00 am – 9:00 pm
- Saturday: 9:00 am – 9:00 pm
- Sunday: 9:00 am – 9:00 pm
- 5 · “A fabulous, world-class museum that is absolutely massive in size, with so much to explore. The indoor real ice cave…” — Zack Eckley
- 5 · “This is a very awesome museum that has great history of Iceland and attractions regarding its wonder. Here you can…” — Kory Hopkins
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Photo: Pygarian Nox · via Google Maps Sculpture
Sun Voyager
4.5 (10,565) 0.6 km from port
Huge 1990 stainless-steel sculpture of a boat by Jón Gunnar Árnason, set on granite beside the sea.
Near: ÓB Skúlagötu (127 m) · KEX Hostel and Hotel Reykjavik (245 m)
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Opening hours
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
- 5 · “A fantastic piece of artwork. We visited in the daytime, so didn't get the stunning nighttime photos, but it wasn't…” — Tony Scott
- 5 · “The Sun Voyager sculpture in Reykjavík was a beautiful and meaningful stop during our Iceland visit. Overlooking the water with…” — Stef Eliza
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Photo: FlyOver Iceland · via Google Maps Tourist attraction
FlyOver Iceland
4.7 (5,820) 1.2 km from port
Attraction with motion seating & a wraparound screen, simulating flight over mountains & glaciers.
Near: Löður (85 m) · Whales of Iceland (119 m)
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Good for children
- Toilets
Opening hours
- Monday: 9:00 am – 6:30 pm
- Tuesday: 9:00 am – 6:30 pm
- Wednesday: 9:00 am – 6:30 pm
- Thursday: 9:00 am – 6:30 pm
- Friday: 9:00 am – 6:30 pm
- Saturday: 9:00 am – 6:30 pm
- Sunday: 9:00 am – 6:30 pm
- 5 · “FlyOver Iceland is a top-tier attraction in the Grandi harbour district that takes about 35 to 40 minutes total, starting…” — Geoffrey Bishop
- 5 · “Super fun experience! I went here not knowing much about the sights in Iceland and came out feeling wanting to…” — Nour Ahmed
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Museum
The Icelandic Phallological Museum
4.3 (5,451) 0.1 km from port
More than 200 penises & penile parts representing almost all Icelandic land & sea mammals.
Near: Lyfja Hafnarstræti (77 m) · Lækjartorg (106 m)
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Good for children
- Toilets
Opening hours
- 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
- 5 · “I really enjoyed my time here. I love seeing geeks talk so deeply about the topic they are passionate about.…” — Stephanie Roy
- 5 · “Absolutely amazing museum and amazing experience. It's something different than the usual museums. The previous owner of the museum (I…” — Mateja Majdandzic
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Tourist attraction
Lava Show
4.8 (5,287) 1.1 km from port
Near: Omnom Chocolate Ice Cream Shop (98 m) · Aurora Reykjavík - The Northern Lights Center (111 m)
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Good for children
- Toilets
Opening hours
- Monday: 9:00 am – 9:00 pm
- Tuesday: 9:00 am – 9:00 pm
- Wednesday: 9:00 am – 9:00 pm
- Thursday: 9:00 am – 9:00 pm
- Friday: 9:00 am – 9:00 pm
- Saturday: 9:00 am – 9:00 pm
- Sunday: 9:00 am – 9:00 pm
- 5 · “Very nice show with good introduction and explanation. Our show was not full but we recommend to book in advance.…” — Frédéric Joris
- 5 · “This show was one of the high points of our trip to Iceland. We trekked all over and walked over…” — reina schlager
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Tourist attraction
Skólavörðustígur Rainbow Street
4.6 (4,239) 0.2 km from port
Near: HYALIN Reykjavík (28 m) · Kaffifélagið (28 m)
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Good for children
Opening hours
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
- 5 · “Beautiful symbolic Street. Lovely views from all angles. All the stores have so many lovely items it's hard not to…” — Jessica b
- 5 · “Skólavörðustígur, also known as Rainbow Street, is one of the most vibrant and charming spots in Reykjavik, and an absolute…” — János Kiss
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Museum
Aurora Reykjavík - The Northern Lights Center
4.5 (2,025) 1.1 km from port
Northern Lights information center with historical exhibits, art, a theater & guided tours.
Near: Lava Show (102 m) · Bókabúð Forlagsins (132 m)
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Good for children
- Toilets
Opening hours
- 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
- 5 · “As a Luxury Private Tour Guide with GlaciGo, I regularly bring travelers to some of Iceland’s most remarkable attractions, and…” — Hamidreza Moeinodini
- 5 · “This museum is one of the top experiences in all of Iceland. the interactive exhibits are effective and we learned…” — Jill Hackenberg
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