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We’ve collected all of our favorite things to do in the city of Reykjavík, the restaurants you must go to and where it is best to relax after a long but fun day at Iceland Innovation Week 🎉
Browse through them below and look for our exclusive festival perks 🎁
accommodation
Exeter Hotel
Are you looking for a quirky and cozy place to stay after a busy festival day, then Exeter Hotel is the place to be 😴
Located within 3 minute walking distance from Kolaportið (the main festival venue) 🚶🏻♀️
Book through the link below and use the code “IW24” 💰
Radisson Blu 1919
Are you looking for a home away from home, then Radisson Blu 1919 is the perfect destination, located right next to Kolaportið (the main festival venue) 🏠
Book through the link below and use the code “INN2024” 💰
*The code is valid during 12th-18th May 2024.
Reykjavík Edition
Are you looking for a luxury stay while attending the festival? ✨ The Reykjavík Edition is the only 5 star hotel in Iceland, located at the harbour near Harpa and the festival venue. A superb hotel that will make your stay in Iceland unforgettable. Special group rate for Iceland Innovation Week is 63.000 ISK per night. 🥂
lunch to grab near festival venue
Bæjarins Bestu Pylsur
The authentic and most popular food to eat when visiting iceland — the hot dog! Luckily, it’s located juuuust in front of Kolaportið, the festival venue! Get one with all of the toppings or as we call it, eina með öllu and a soft drink to go with it. 🌭
Maikai
Located around 20 meters from the festival venue, Maikai serves the best Açai bowls and great coffee to go with it.
Joe and the Juice
Joe and the Juice is located at Hafnartorg, close to the festival venue. Sandwich and a smoothie — what could possibly go wrong?
restaurants for dinner
Sumac
This amazing restaurant in downtown Reykjavík is inspired by the nostalgic atmosphere of the city of Beirut. Sumac is a place where locals and visitors can enjoy delicious Middle Eastern Cuisine and handcrafted Mediterranean cocktails 🍹
Hosiló
Hosiló is a small exclusive restaurant in the heart of Reykjavík with a seasonal menu you do not want to miss, but be sure to book your table 🥕
OTO
OTO offers a menu that is inspired by the flavors of Japan and Italy. The atmosphere of the restaurant is lively and energetic, making it a popular spot for a night out with friends 🍣
Skál!
Skál! is the perfect dinner destination 🥂 Food made from Icelandic ingredients, natural wines and craft beers 🍺 — and they’ve also receiveed a Bib Gourmand award from Michelin
Hafnartorg Gallery
This food hall offers something for everyone. Poké bowl or an Italian pasta dish 🍝 No bookings, just show up
Located 1 minute walking distance from Kolaportið (the main festival venue)
La Primavera
We especially recommend the lunch special at La Primavera in the Marshall house!
Then you can enjoy some art upstairs in Nýló, the art museum 🎨
cafés & bars
Kaffi Ó-le
On the haunt for the perfect place for the first cup of coffee? Kaffi Ó-le is the perfect place, a cozy spot with great coffee and pastries located right next to Kolaportið (the main festival venue) ☕
Systrasamlagið
Systrasamlagið is the perfect place to get a great cup of coffee, breakfast and some peace and quiet 😌
Tíu sopar
Tíu Sopar is the best place to go for great wine and amazing cheese 🧀
A cozy place downtown Reykjavík to get cozy and enjoy 🍷
Tipsý
On the hunt for a good happy hour deal, Tipsý will not disappoint, all week from 16-19 Tipsý is the place to get great cocktails for 50% off 🍹
BakaBaka
BakaBaka can make everything come true from your croissant dreams to the best pizza in town and of course with a glass of natural red wine in hand 🥐
Drykk bar
Need a drykk? Then had over to Pósthús Mathöll for a great selection of coktails and wines at Drykk bar. 🍸
The Iceland Innovation Week signature cocktail will be presented there soon — so stay tuned! 🧉
All festival pass holders get 15% off drinks!
activities
SkyLagoon
SkyLagoon is the perfect spot to rejuvenate after a long day at Iceland Innovation Week 🧘🏽
This is a luxurious soak ♨️
Skor
If you are looking for a perfect evening activity, Skor a darts bar will not let you down 🎯
Located right across from Kolaportið (the main festival venue).
Sundhöll Reykjavíkur
Iceland is known for it’s swimming pool culture and we go to the hot tub all year 🥶
Sundhöllin is a cozy swimming pool downtown Reykjavík 🏊🏽♂️ no bookings
Nauthólsvík
If you want to become a Viking, head over to Nauthólsvík and hop between the sea and the hot tub ♨️
There is no better way to start the day 🌊
Skartgerðin
Want to get your crafty energy flowing? Skartgerðin is a workshop where you make your own jewellery 💍
This is the perfect recipe for a great night
Esjan
If you are into a challenge, Esjan is a fun and challenging hike close to Reykjavík 🚶🏻
We highly recommend this and then going to Nauthólsvík for a soak after!
transportation
Flybus
Flybus is a great and cost efficient way to get from the Airport to Reykjavík city centre 🚌
Get 15% off your journey with the code “IIW24” 💰
Strætó (bus)
When getting between places in Reykjavík we recommend Strætó, which is our public transport since we do not have trains
Hopp
An quick and nice way to travel around the city if the weather is nice is using Hopp 🛴
Fresh air + cheap transportation 🌳