National and University Library of Iceland, Reykjavík
Facts and practical information
Landsbókasafn Íslands – Háskólabókasafn is the national library of Iceland which also functions as the university library of the University of Iceland. The library was established on December 1, 1994 in Reykjavík, Iceland, with the merger of the former national library, Landsbókasafn Íslands, and the university library. It is the largest library in Iceland with about one million items in various collections. The library's largest collection is the national collection containing almost all written works published in Iceland and items related to Iceland published elsewhere. The library is the main legal deposit library in Iceland. The library also has a large manuscript collection with mostly early modern and modern manuscripts, and a collection of published Icelandic music and other audio. The library houses the largest academic collection in Iceland, most of which can be borrowed for off-site use by holders of library cards. University students get library cards for free, but anyone can acquire a card for a small fee. The library is open for public access. ()
National and University Library of Iceland – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Laugavegur, Tjörnin, Bankastræti, National Gallery of Iceland.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
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How to get to National and University Library of Iceland by public transport?
Bus
- Þjóðarbókhlaðan • Lines: 11 (2 min walk)
- Þjóðminjasafnið • Lines: 12 (2 min walk)