The Þingvellir has been designated a World Heritage Site by UNESCO for its iconic status in Icelandic history. The site that is now a National Park was once occupied by farms, the remnants of which bear witness to the agricultural heritage of the region. The lush landscape is marked by old farmhouses, the 19th-century Thingvellir Church and various other structures. The park is endowed with remarkable natural beauty and is home to Iceland's largest natural lake. It is also the celebrated home of the world's oldest parliament that dates back to the Viking Age. Silken waterfalls such as the Oxara cascade dramatically from their place in the canyons, while the Peningagja is a ruggedly hewn gorge that ends in a swirl of icy cold waters. Visitors to the park can indulge in fishing at the lake, explore its depths or embark on a hike across the picturesque landscape.
Formerly known as Akranes Museum Center, it encapsulates an exhibition hall, a folk museum, few buildings dating back to the 19th Century CE and boats. You shall find multiple exhibitions within the hall and the museum as well. The houses and boats form the open air museum. The Akranes Folk Museum showcases artifacts that portray cultural and historical value of the Akranes area by collecting, registering and preserving items of these features. From September to May of every year, the museum is open but only for guided tours from 2p onward every weekday.
Nestled amidst rocks and overlooking the sea, you can find two lighthouses that face each other. One of these lighthouses is the older of the two which isn't accessible to the public anymore. The one reason why you should not miss a visit to this place is that it provides ample opportunities for photography. The sunset reflected on the sea and the rocky landscape should be captured on a photograph here.
Íslenska Óperan (The Icelandic Opera House) is located in a beautiful old building in the heart of Reykjavík. The house used to be a movie theatre but was changed into an opera house and concert hall in 1982. The decor inside has been kept in its original state so the house has a unique charm. The Opera House is very sought after for musical events, and concerts here are classical and contemporary alike. Call for event timings and additional information.
The National Museum of Iceland is the definitive historical and archeological museum of Iceland, illustrating the cultural tradition of this cold country's centuries of settlement. The permanent exhibit, titled 'Making of a Nation - Heritage and History in Iceland', depicts the history of Iceland, commencing from when the medieval settlers first arrived here to the modern day. The museum also features informative temporary exhibitions.
Sundhöllin is ahistoric public bath, one of the oldest in the city. It was established in 1937 and reflects an Art Deco style of architecture. It took eight years to build due to a lack of funds. It has a main swimming area along with a kid's pool. Saunas and steam baths are also available. The pool has a length of 25 meters (82.021 foot).