Reykjavík Grapevine - 01.06.2022, Blaðsíða 37

Reykjavík Grapevine - 01.06.2022, Blaðsíða 37
37 Th e R ey kj av ík G ra pe vi ne Be st o f R ey kj av ík 20 22 Best Art Museum Reykjavík Art Museum Tryggvagata 17, 101 Reykjavík Hafnarhús, the downtown branch of the Reykjavík Art Museum, is a cathedral to contemporary art that exhibits a constant conveyor belt of interesting international work. In 2020, they wowed with exhibitions from international heavyweights like Gilbert & George and Shoplifter to up-and-coming Grapevine favourites like Una Björg Magnúsdóttir. Check out their numerous rotating exhibitions as well as their shop—it’s the perfect rainy-day destination. Runners-Up National Gallery of Iceland Fríkirkjuvegur 7 Listasafn Íslands (the National Gallery of Iceland) is a crown jewel in the Reyk- javík cultural scene. This is where you go to see our best artists’ work, to fill your soul with something that matters or just to cross it off your bucket list. Just because it’s the oldest and most distinguished museum of them all, doesn't mean that they aren’t still the absolute best in the business. Gerðarsafn - Kópavogur Art Museum Hamraborg 4 Gerðarsafn is one of those hidden gems outside of Reykjavík. Located in Kópavogur, the museum offers a fresh take on Icelandic art and gives visitors an opportunity to meet and listen to their artists in their fantastic artist talks. It also has a coffee shop and a delightful garden. Previous Winners 2021: Reykjavík Art Museum 2020: Kjarvalsstaðir 2019: Reykjavík Art Museum Best Museum The National Museum Suðurgata 41, 101 Reykjavík Of Reykjavík’s many museums, one stands taller than the rest Iceland’s National Museum is a treasure trove of the country’s history, covering every- thing from early culture to clothing, metalsmithing, religion and more. It’s well-curated and well-designed, even showcasing contemporary displays that connect to modern cultural waves like football and feminism. Trust us, it’s an amazing feat of a museum—somehow making silverware interesting while also displaying a baby skeleton. Creepy? Kinda, but we love it. Runners-Up Sjóminjasafnið/Maritime Museum Grandagarður 8, 101 Reykjavík Life is a salted cod. This is actually an Icelandic saying. So it’s pretty evident that Icelanders are first and last a fish- ing nation, and man, we love the ocean. At the Maritime Museum in the west of Reykjavík you can see how the brave sailors of Iceland have endured in the tough North Atlantic sea. Not only that, the museum is incredibly kid-friendly with a tonne of fun things for wee ones to see and do. Einar Jónsson Museum Hallgrímstorg 3, 101 Reykjavík If you know where the Hallgrímskirkja church is, you know where the Einar Jónsson Museum is. Einar Jónsson is Iceland’s foremost sculptor; there is a good chance that you’ve already seen his work, as half the statues around the city are his creation. An interesting visit, with a deep history. Previous Winners 2021: The National Museum 2020: The National Museum 2019: Wonders of Iceland Best Cinema Bíó Paradís Hverfisgata 54, 101 Reykjavík The heart of Icelandic cinema lies at Hverfisgata’s Bíó Paradís. It’s the only arthouse cinema in the country and the premiere destination for those that want to see Icelandic films with English subtitles. In fact, when it closed for a short time, it caused a city-wide panic, culminating in a popular movement to revive it. Thankfully, it’s back, and just as great as ever. We are very excited to see what their future holds and hope it includes the cult nights and party screenings the theatre is known for. Runners-Up Háskólabíó Hagatorg, 107 Reykjavík Háskólabíó, located in the west of Reykjavík, showcases worldwide block- busters as well as local Icelandic films (check online to confirm the availability of English subtitles). It’s a cosy location within walking distance from down- town that’ll satiate your desire for the whole popcorn-Avengers experience. Smárabíó Smáralind, Kópavogur We’re fans of Smárabíó for two reasons: it’s easily accessible by bus and it offers an unbeatable VIP luxury experience, where you can recline on cushy chairs with some room to groove while you munch on your nachos. Seriously—if you’re looking for Big Movie Energy, it's here. Previous Winners 2021: Bíó Paradís 2020: Smárabíó 2019: Bíó Paradís Best Tech Exhibition FlyOver Iceland Perlan This VR experience took the city by storm in 2019, with as many Icelanders lining up for a bird’s eye view of the country as tourists. On this virtual ride, soar over glaciers, mountains, lava fields and more—complete with fresh mountain air and Iceland’s varied scents—all from the comfort of an amusement ride seat. Now, no matter the season or weather, you can tell all your friends you saw the Northern Lights. Runners-Up Wonders of Iceland Perlan If stormy weather blows your glacier trip off course, visit the Wonders of Iceland museum in the iconic Perlan. The impressive displays include a man- made ice tunnel, complete with frigid air temperatures and a selfie spot so realistic it’ll fool your Instagram follow- ers. In the main hall, projected glacial vistas reveal how fragile these majestic phenomena are. Whales Of Iceland Fiskislóð 23-25 Whales Of Iceland consists of 23 life- size models of the gentle giants, from gargantuan blue whales to a 25-metre long sperm whale. Meandering around the hall will give you a new appreciation for underwater life. It’s a whale of a time (sorry about that). Previous Winners 2021: Wonders of Iceland 2020: Wonders of Iceland

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