Things to do in Capital Region

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Southern Iceland Full Day Tour, Black Sand Beaches & More

Southern Iceland Full Day Tour, Black Sand Beaches & More

Activity duration is 10 hours
9.4 out of 10 with 167 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is P 8,078 per adult
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Katla Ice Cave & South Coast Day Tour from Reykjavik

Katla Ice Cave & South Coast Day Tour from Reykjavik

Activity duration is 11 hours
9.2 out of 10 with 42 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is P 17,210 per adult
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Explore Reykjavik & the Icelandic Landscape: A Self-Guided Tour

Explore Reykjavik & the Icelandic Landscape: A Self-Guided Tour

Activity duration is 8 hours and 30 minutes
Free cancellation available
The previous price was P 211 and current price is P 69 per adult
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Lava Show Reykjavik Admission Ticket - Optional Premium Upgrade

Lava Show Reykjavik Admission Ticket - Optional Premium Upgrade

Activity duration is 1 hour and 10 minutes
9.8 out of 10 with 817 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is P 3,255 per adult
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Icelandic Horseback Riding Tour with Pickup Option from Reykjavik

Icelandic Horseback Riding Tour with Pickup Option from Reykjavik

Activity duration is 2 hours
9.8 out of 10 with 723 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is P 9,272 per adult
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What to do in Capital Region

Stay near popular Capital Region attractions

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Reykjavik Harbour

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Once a maritime and fishing precinct, the Old Harbour now buzzes with restaurants, cafés and tour boat operators.
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Where to stay in Capital Region

Find the best Capital Region areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
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Downtown Reykjavik

If you're spending some time in Downtown Reykjavik, Hallgrimskirkja and Reykjavik Pond are top sights worth seeing.

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Háaleiti

While there might not be top attractions in Háaleiti, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Laugardalsholl and Kringlan Shopping Mall.

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Laugardalur

Laugardalur is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Laugardalsholl or Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool.

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Tún

If you're spending some time in Tún, Laugavegur and Hofdi House are top sights worth seeing.

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Vesturbær

The abundant dining options and waterfront views are top of the list for many visitors to Vesturbær. A stop by Reykjavik Harbour or Landakotskirkja might round out your trip.

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