Specially designed in acoustics, Salurinn is a relatively young concert hall that opened in 1999. The architecture of the building is beautiful, its most prominent feature being oxidized copper. The programs at the Salurinn are ambitious and are put together with a great variety of music lovers in mind. Classical music is often featured and performed by an international ensemble of musicians. The intimate hall seats only 300, and the acoustics are impeccable. Check website for event timings and additional information.
Origo-höllin is a multi purpose arena in Reykjavík that is used for football, basketball as well as handball games. The capacity of the stadium is quite small, but it makes for it with its top-notch facilities. Sports fans often flock to the stadium to catch a local game or two, which you can also do when you are in town.
Háskólabíó was specifically built with musical performances in mind. The building itself looks like an accordion and its acoustics are supposed to be especially suitable for concerts. The National Symphony Orchestra of Iceland uses the space for practicing and performing. Háskólabíó has many other purposes though; it is also a cinema and conference space, and the University teaches big classes here during the winter.
Book your tickets and enjoy an exciting game of football at the KR-völlur stadium. It was constructed in 1951 and hosts popular football matches. It is a fine venue that is mostly packed with cheering crowds during tense matches. It can accommodate around 2781 people at a time. It is the home ground of the Knattspyrnufélag Reykjavíkur.
Coined after a legendary song written by noted songwriter Paul McCartney and first released by the acclaimed rock band Beatles, Ob La Di Ob La Da is a lively karaoke venue in the northern part of the Icelandic capital. An artsy-themed atmosphere greets lovers of karoake, while the Beatles memorabilia adds to the hip setting. Live concerts by indie bands are regular here, while a few troupes also play Icelandic blues and other local genres to an enthusiastic audience.
From all over the globe, music lovers head to Iceland in the month of June to attend the renowned and highly-anticipated Secret Solstice Festival. Held at Engjavegur 7, in the sublime city of Reykjavik, the festival is known for its unique location and time. Utilizing the breathtaking environs of Iceland, this venue adds to the allure and fame of the festival. Enveloped in the natural beauty of the environs, this festival ground complements the heart-thumping music and array of international artists found here.