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Reykjavík: City Card – 2-Day Museum & Attractions Pass

Explore Reykjavík at your own pace with a 2-day City Card granting free entry to thermal pools, museums, art galleries, the zoo, and unlimited rides on Reykjavík city buses — all with a single pass.

Duration
2 days
Starts From
Reykjavík
Pickup
No pickup
Difficulty
EASY
Season
All year
Passengers
Min 1
Travel method
Other / Non-Travel

About this experience

The Reykjavík City Card is a 2-day pass that unlocks free admission to an impressive range of cultural attractions, museums, and leisure facilities across the capital and nearby Kópavogur.

Soak in the geothermal waters at the Reykjavík City Thermal Pools, spend time with the family at the Reykjavík Zoo and Family Park, and travel freely across the city on Reykjavík City Buses — all included in a single card.

Culture enthusiasts can explore the full Reykjavík City Museum network, including the Árbær Open Air Museum, the Maritime Museum, the Museum of Photography, and The Settlement Exhibition. Art lovers are equally well served, with free entry to all three venues of the Reykjavík Art Museum — Ásmundarsafn, Hafnarhús, and Kjarvalsstaðir — as well as the National Gallery of Iceland and the National Museum of Iceland.

Additional venues include The Culture House, the Sigurjón Ólafsson Museum, the Ásgrímur Jónsson Collection, the Natural History Museum of Kópavogur, and the Kópavogur Art Museum – Gerðarsafn. Please note the City Card is not valid for entry to the Óðinn Coast Guard Vessel at the Maritime Museum.

Highlights

  • Free entry to Reykjavík City Thermal Pools and Zoo & Family Park
  • Unlimited travel on Reykjavík City Buses for 2 days
  • Access to all three Reykjavík Art Museum venues
  • Free admission to the National Museum and National Gallery of Iceland
  • Entry to the full Reykjavík City Museum network including the Settlement Exhibition
  • Covers additional museums in Kópavogur

Experience details

The Reykjavík City Card is a self-guided pass valid for 2 days, giving you the freedom to visit participating attractions in any order that suits your itinerary.

  • Swim and relax at the Reykjavík City Thermal Pools, a cornerstone of local daily life.
  • Discover Icelandic history at the National Museum of Iceland and Viking-age archaeology at The Settlement Exhibition.
  • Browse contemporary and classic Icelandic art across the three Reykjavík Art Museum locations.
  • Explore open-air heritage at the Árbær Open Air Museum and maritime history at the Maritime Museum.
  • Ride Reykjavík City Buses freely between attractions without purchasing separate tickets.
  • Extend your cultural reach to Kópavogur with the Natural History Museum and Gerðarsafn art museum also included.

Opening hours vary by venue and may differ during public holidays. Your digital voucher must be exchanged for a physical City Card at a designated collection point before use.

Why choose this tour

The Reykjavík City Card offers straightforward, pre-paid access to the city's top cultural and leisure venues — no separate ticket purchases required at each stop. With city bus travel included, getting between attractions is simple and cost-effective.

Whether your priority is Icelandic history, contemporary art, geothermal bathing, or family-friendly activities, the card covers a broad range of experiences under a single 2-day pass. It is a practical choice for visitors who want to explore Reykjavík and Kópavogur thoroughly without managing multiple bookings.

What’s included

Free entry to Reykjavík City Thermal Pools; Reykjavík Zoo and Family Park; Reykjavík City Buses (unlimited travel); Reykjavík City Museum – Árbær Open Air Museum; Reykjavík City Museum – Maritime Museum; Reykjavík City Museum – Museum of Photography; Reykjavík City Museum – The Settlement Exhibition; Reykjavík Art Museum – Ásmundarsafn; Reykjavík Art Museum – Hafnarhús; Reykjavík Art Museum – Kjarvalsstaðir; The Culture House; National Gallery of Iceland; National Museum of Iceland; Sigurjón Ólafsson Museum; Ásgrímur Jónsson Collection; Natural History Museum of Kópavogur; Kópavogur Art Museum – Gerðarsafn

Frequently asked questions

What attractions are included with the Reykjavík City Card?
The card covers free entry to the Reykjavík City Thermal Pools, Zoo and Family Park, all Reykjavík City Museum venues, all three Reykjavík Art Museum locations, the National Museum, the National Gallery, The Culture House, and museums in Kópavogur, plus unlimited city bus travel.
How do I collect my physical City Card after booking?
Your digital voucher must be exchanged for a physical Reykjavík City Card at a designated collection point — any of the participating Reykjavík Art Museum or City Museum venues. Collection is not possible at the thermal pools or zoo.
Is the City Card valid at the Óðinn Coast Guard Vessel?
No. The Reykjavík City Card does not cover entry to the Óðinn Coast Guard Vessel, even though it is located at the Maritime Museum. All other Maritime Museum areas are included.
Can I use the City Card to travel on public buses in Reykjavík?
Yes. Unlimited travel on Reykjavík City Buses is included for the full 2-day validity of the card, making it easy to move between attractions across the city without buying separate bus tickets.
Does the City Card cover attractions outside Reykjavík city centre?
Yes. The card also includes the Natural History Museum of Kópavogur and the Kópavogur Art Museum – Gerðarsafn, both located in the neighbouring municipality of Kópavogur, just outside central Reykjavík.

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