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Useful Numbers
Emergency number: 112 Medical help: 1770
Dental emergency: 575 0505
Information: 1818
Taxi: Hreyfill: 588 5522 - BSR: 561 0000
Tax-Free Refund
Iceland Refund, Aðalstræti 2, tel: 564 6400
Pharmacies
Lyf og heilsa, Egilsgata 3, tel: 563 1020 Lyfja, Laugavegur 16, tel: 552 4045
and Lágmúla 5, tel: 533 2300
Tourist Information
Arctic Adventures, Laugavegur 11, tel: 562 7000 Tourist Info Centre, Aðalstræti 2, tel: 590 1550
Iceland Excursions–Grayline, Hafnarst. 20, tel: 540 1300
Icelandic Travel Market, Bankastræti 2, tel: 522 4979
Trip, Laugavegur 54, tel: 433 8747
Long Distance Coach Terminal
BSÍ, Vatnsmýrarvegur 10,tel: 562 1011, www.bsi.is
Domestic Airlines
Air Iceland, Reykjavíkurflugvöllur,tel: 570 3030, www.flugfelag.is
Eagle Air, Hótel Loftleiðir, tel: 562 4200
Public Transport
The only public transport available in Reykjavík is the bus. Most buses run every 20–30 min
(the wait may be longer on weekends), price per fare
is 420 ISK adults, 210 ISK children. Multiday passes
are available at select locations and through their
app. Route map at: www.bus.is. Tel: 540 2700. Buses
run from 07–24:00 on weekdays and 10–24:00
on weekends. Main terminals are: Hlemmur and
Lækjartorg.
Opening Hours - Bars & Clubs
According to regulations, bars can stay open until 01:00 on weekdays and 04:30 on
weekends.
Opening Hours - Shops & Banks
Shops: Mon–Fri 10:00–18:00, Sat 10:00–16:00, Sun closed. Kringlan and Smáralind
malls and most supermarkets and tourist shops
have longer opening hours.
Banks in the centre are open Mon-Fri 09:00-
16:00
Post Offices
Post offices are located around the city. The downtown post office is at
Pósthússtræti 3–5, open Mon–Fri 09:00–18:00.
Stamps are also sold at bookstores, gas stations,
tourist shops and some grocery stores.
Eating
Drinking
The absolute basics
1 Fiskfélagið
Vesturgata 2a
You’ve undoubtedly heard of the lengths to
which Iceland went to have the best fresh fish
in world. Fiskfélagið (also known as The Fish
Company) answers the most common question
asked when people arrive here: “Where can I get
some fresh Icelandic fish?”
2 Ban Thai
Laugavegur 130
Although some claim service at Ban Thai can be
lacking at times, most have nocomplaints about
the food (indeed, we dubbed it Reykjavík’s “best
Thai restaurant” in our annual BEST OF issue
last year). One of the few Thai restaurants in
Iceland, Ban Thai gives the diner a unique experi-
ence in both atmosphere and cuisine.
3 Dill
Hverfisgata 12
Pioneering New Nordic Kitchen-style cuisine in
Iceland, Dill Restaurant very quickly became a
Reykjavík favourite, which it continues to be in
its new location. Exclusively using fresh and clas-
sic Nordic ingredients, Dill offers a unique dining
experience.
4 Gamla Smiðjan
Lækjargata 8
This welcomed addition to Reykjavík’s pizza
palette has been steadily winning over fans
since it opened for business, and with good rea-
son. Gamla Smiðjan seems to handle every single
order with care, love and respect. As the dining
area is sparse, locals usually opt for take-out.
5 Kaffi Vínyl
Hverfisgata 76
Kaffi Vinyl has wedged itself into the growing
vegetarian scene in 101, becoming not only the
best vegetarian place, but also the best vegan
place, with a completely vegan menu. Kaffi Vinyl
sticks to its guns when it comes to coffee, too—
try their oat milk latte and cappuccino.
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6 Stofan
Vesturgata 3
Stofan has what Icelanders call good “stemning,”
which means the atmosphere or vibe of a place.
It has two floors, charming antique furniture,
and seating that’s a good distance from the
noise of the espresso machine.
7 Kaffibarinn
Bergstaðarstræti 3
Legendary in every sense of the word, this
Reykjavík mainstray has become a popular haunt
for travelers, but still maintains a core crowd of
locals and can easily claim the title of the home
of house music in Iceland.
8 Den Danske Kro
Ingólfsstræti 3
This Danish-themed bar serves up Danish favou-
rites and proudly promotes the Danish tradition
of daytime drinking. If you’re wondering how
you shouldask for a large beer in Danish, you
should say: “Hej, jeg vil gerne ha’ en stor.”
9 Kaffihús Vesturbæjar
Melhagi 20 (off-map)
Situated across the street from Vesturbæjar-
laug swimming pool and Ísbúð Vesturbæjar ice
cream store (not on the map), this new bistro
offers locals the chance to hobnob in a genuine
neighbourhood atmosphere.
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