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Unusual Attractions in Reykjavik

Reykjavik, Iceland

Hallgrimskirkja

One of the tallest buildings in Iceland, and perhaps, the most visually impressive.

Reykjavik, Iceland

Icelandic Phallological Museum

An encyclopedic collection of mammal penises.

Reykjavik, Iceland

Álfaskólinn (Elfschool)

Learn about Iceland's hidden folk at this school dedicated to the study of elves.

Reykjavik, Iceland

Whales of Iceland

The largest whale museum in Europe allows visitors to walk among life-size giants.

Reykjavik, Iceland

Icelandic Punk Museum

This tiny museum's sizable collection is jammed into a former underground public toilet.

Reykjavik, Iceland

Harpa

This stunning concert hall has become a symbol of Iceland's national recovery.

Reykjavik, Iceland

Ásatrú Temple

Iceland's first pagan temple in 1,000 years is underway in Reykjavík.

Reykjavik, Iceland

Piece of Berlin Wall In Iceland

A bit of the Berlin Wall was gifted to the Icelandic capital to commemorate the 25th anniversary of German reunification.

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Unique Food & Drink in Reykjavik

Bolludagur

On this holiday, Icelandic children earn cream buns by spanking their parents.

Brennivín

Anyone for a shot of “Black Death”?

Dung-Smoked IPA

The Icelandic brew is made with malts smoked over burning sheep dung.

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