The Living Art Museum, Reykjavík

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The Living Art Museum (address: Grundargerdi 7) is a place located in Reykjavík (Höfuðborgarsvæði region) and belongs to the category of museum.

It is situated at an altitude of 59 feet, and its geographical coordinates are 64°8'47"N latitude and 21°55'35"W longitude.

Planning a visit to this place, one can easily and conveniently get there by public transportation. The Living Art Museum is a short distance from the following public transport stations: Frakkastígur (bus, 5 min walk).

Among other places and attractions worth visiting in the area are: Vatnsstígur 16-18 (tower, 2 min walk), Laugavegur (street, 3 min walk), Sun Voyager (sculpture, 4 min walk).

Coordinates: 64°8'47"N, 21°55'35"W

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Grundargerdi 7Miõborg (Skuggahverfi)Reykjavík Iceland

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The Living Art Museum – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Laugavegur, Hallgrímskirkja, Tjörnin, Icelandic Phallological Museum.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to The Living Art Museum?

Nearby attractions include Vatnsstígur 16-18, Reykjavík (2 min walk), Laugavegur, Reykjavík (3 min walk), Sun Voyager, Reykjavík (4 min walk), Þjóðleikhúsið, Reykjavík (5 min walk).

How to get to The Living Art Museum by public transport?

The nearest stations to The Living Art Museum:

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Frakkastígur • Lines: 3 (5 min walk)
Vitastígur • Lines: 3 (5 min walk)