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‘Must’ call for cruise ships
Iceland is one of the most popular cruise destinations in the North Atlantic and Reykjav í k, its biggest port and leading centre of tourism, is a ‘must’ call for cruise passengers. Most of the cruise ships calling Reykjav í k are on itineraries from Europe or North
Unique appeal of Iceland’s capital
For cruise passengers and other visitors, Reykjav í k is a unique destination – a place of contrasts, where local people enjoy the lifestyle of a high-tech Scandinavian city in a pollution-free environment with spectacular countryside on their doorstep. By tradition, Reykjav í k is a
A paradise for shoppers
Part of the fun of visiting Reykjav í k is the scope it offers for some serious retail therapy. The downtown has a choice of excellent shops, all within walking distance, selling top designer brands of clothing and luxury goods such as Armani and Hugo Boss
10 things to do in Reykjavík
• Stroll through the city centre, admire the colourfully decorated old shops and houses, and enjoy the tranquillity of Lake Tjörnin • Soak your stress away in one of the city’s relaxing thermal pools • Climb the tower of Hallgrimskirkja, the famous Art D é co
Wide choice of tours and excursions
Cruise passengers and other visitors are spoilt for choice when it comes to excursions and tours based on Reykjav í k. Iceland’s capital is a tourist destination in its own right, with a cultural heritage going back to its Viking roots in the ninth century. Many visitors opt
Ideal venue for cruise turnround
More and more cruise ship operators are choosing to start and finish their voyages in Reykjav í k, thus providing a boost for tourism and the national economy. Reykjav í k is well able to cope with a turnround of between 300 and 500 passengers. Keflav