Skerjafjörður, Reykjavík

#37 among attractions in Reykjavík

Fjord

Map

Facts and practical information

Skerjafjörður is a fjord located immediately west of Iceland's capital Reykjavík. It is part of a larger bay, Faxaflói, on Iceland's west coast. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 64°7'39"N, 21°59'9"W

Address

Reykjavík Iceland

ContactAdd

Social media

Add

Reykjavík

Day trips

Skerjafjörður – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: National Museum of Iceland, Nordic House, National and University Library of Iceland, Árni Magnússon Institute for Icelandic Studies.

1.5 miNE
Tracing the history of Icelandic culture
National Museum of Iceland, Reykjavík
39 min walk • The National Museum of Iceland stands as a beacon of culture in the heart of Reykjavík, offering a deep dive into the rich history and heritage of this Nordic island nation. Established in 1863, the museum has long been dedicated to preserving Iceland's past, from the...
1.4 miNE
Civic center
Nordic House, Reykjavík
36 min walk • The Nordic House in Reykjavík is a cultural institution opened in 1968 and operated by the Nordic Council of Ministers. Its goal is to foster and support cultural connections between Iceland and the other Nordic countries. To this end the Nordic House organizes a diverse program of cultural events and exhibitions.
1.5 miNE
Library
National and University Library of Iceland, Reykjavík
39 min walk • Landsbókasafn Íslands – Háskólabókasafn is the national library of Iceland which also functions as the university library of the University of Iceland.
1.3 miNE
Library
Árni Magnússon Institute for Icelandic Studies, Reykjavík
34 min walk • The Árni Magnússon Institute for Icelandic Studies is an institute of the Ministry of Education, Science and Culture of Iceland which conducts research in Icelandic and related academic studies, in particular the Icelandic language and Icelandic literature, to disseminate...
1.4 miNE
Universities and schools
University of Iceland, Reykjavík
36 min walk • The University of Iceland is a public research university in Reykjavík, Iceland and the country's oldest and largest institution of higher education.