Árbær Open Air Museum
Árbæjarsafn
An open-air museum recreating old Reykjavík, with more than twenty turf houses, wooden buildings and a church, offering insight into traditional Icelandic life.
The Árbær Open Air Museum lies in the eastern part of the city. It consists of an old farmstead and more than twenty historic buildings moved here from the city centre, including turf-roofed farmhouses, a wooden church, shops and homes, showing how Reykjavík residents lived in the 19th and 20th centuries. In summer it is open daily, and staff in traditional dress demonstrate crafts such as weaving and baking, with farm animals often present. Opening hours are limited in winter, with mostly scheduled guided tours. Tickets must be purchased. It is reachable by bus and suitable for families with children.
Opening hours
Summer approx. 10:00–17:00; winter scheduled tours only
Nearby sights
- Viðey Island
- Höfði House
- Perlan
- Sun Voyager
- Nauthólsvík Geothermal Beach
- Hallgrímskirkja
- Laugavegur
- Skólavörðustígur (Rainbow Street)