Einar Jónsson Museum, Reykjavík

Name: Einar Jónsson Museum
Address: Reykjavík, Iceland
Telephone: +354 551 3797

#74 among attractions in Reykjavík

Museum, Art museum, Historical place

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Einar Jónsson Museum is a place located in Reykjavík (Höfuðborgarsvæði region) and belongs to the category of museum, art museum, historical place.

It is situated at an altitude of 66 feet, and its geographical coordinates are 64°8'31"N latitude and 21°55'44"W longitude.

Planning a visit to this place, one can easily and conveniently get there by public transportation. Einar Jónsson Museum is a short distance from the following public transport stations: Barónsstígur / Landspítalinn (bus, 5 min walk).

Among other places and attractions worth visiting in the area are: Hallgrímskirkja (guðjón samúelsson, 2 min walk), Listasafn ASÍ (museum, 2 min walk), Miðborg (neighbourhood, 3 min walk).

Coordinates: 64°8'31"N, 21°55'44"W

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Miõborg (Austurbær)Reykjavík Iceland

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+354 551 3797

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Einar Jónsson Museum open?

Einar Jónsson Museum is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday 10 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 5 pm
Thursday 10 am - 5 pm
Friday 10 am - 5 pm
Saturday 10 am - 5 pm
Sunday 10 am - 5 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Einar Jónsson Museum?

Nearby attractions include Hallgrímskirkja, Reykjavík (2 min walk), Listasafn ASÍ, Reykjavík (2 min walk), Miðborg, Reykjavík (3 min walk), Skúmaskot, Reykjavík (5 min walk).

How to get to Einar Jónsson Museum by public transport?

The nearest stations to Einar Jónsson Museum:

Bus

Barónsstígur / Landspítalinn • Lines: 15, 5 (5 min walk)
Egilsgata / Barónsstígur • Lines: 15, 5 (5 min walk)