Reykjavik is famously expensive, although it’s gotten a bit better since the 2008 currency crisis. Still, nearly everything you will want to do will cost more than almost anywhere else in Europe, or on the planet for that matter.
| Rating | Price(USD) |
|---|---|
 | 23.00 - 43.12 |
| 43.38 - 82.60 |
| 58.04 - 161.99 |
| 126.00 - 181.25 |
| 36.65 - 383.79 |
Hotel Reykjavik Centrum Doubles from €120/night | |
Our pick: The best cheap and central 3-star hotel in Reykjavik |
| Type | Price(USD) |
|---|---|
| Hostel Bed | 15.75 - 35.97 |
Reykjavik Hostel Village Beds from €26/night | |
Our pick: The best cheap and central hostel in Reykjavik |
| Location | Description | Type | Price(USD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Lagoon geothermal spa | Iceland's most popular attraction is this spa located closer to the airport, so you have to get out there by bus or car. Prices here are for just the basic package. | adults | 50.24 |
| National Museum of Iceland | This museum also has good views of the city. | adults seniors under 18 | 17.97 8.62 0.00 |
| Whale watching boat trip | These 3-hour excursions take you out to see whales and dolphins. | adults | 57.50 |
| Hallgrímskirkja Church Tower | Take the elevator up to the observation area for by far the best views in town. | adults | 6.47 |
| Food Type | Description | Price(USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Budget breakfast | Breakfast will likely be included with your hotel. If not fast food is your best budget option. | 5.89 - 11.14 |
| Budget lunch | Hot dogs are excellent, fairly cheap, and abundant in Reykjavik, but other casual choices are there. | 7.19 - 12.58 |
| Budget dinner | If you want a proper sit-down meal the Icelandic cuisine tends to be pricey. Thai and other international options are cheaper. | 15.81 - 23.72 |
| Beer (pint) | Look for happy hour deals or you'll pay at the top of this range. | 5.17 - 9.34 |
| Pizza for one | Many places serve really good small pizzas that are worthwhile. | 14.37 - 17.25 |
| Type | Price(USD) |
|---|---|
| Taxi from airport to city center | 107.81 |
| FlyBus from airport to city center | 21.20 |
| 3km taxi ride in Reykjavik | 9.34 - 13.66 |
| Bus ride in Reykjavik | 3.23 |
| One day bus and museum pass | 25.15 |
| Weekly car rental (high season) | 431.22 - 862.44 |