Visit Harpa
Harpa is a cultural centre in the heart of the city. It hosts various events throughout the year, as well as gourmet restaurants and a gift shop.
How to get to Harpa
Harpa is in the city's heart and is hard to miss because of its size and grandeur. It´s within a short walking distance of the capital's main attractions, such as Laugavegur, Austurvöllur, and Hafnartorg.
Biciclyes and e-scooters
We recommend that guests use eco-friendly modes of transport when travelling to and from Harpa. Bicycle stands are located on the east side of the house and in the underground car park. E-scooters can be rented from Hopp or Zolo all over the capital.
Bus routes
Harpa is only a few minutes from Lækjartorg, one of the city's main public transport hubs. In the capital area, most bus routes run every 15 minutes but outside peak hours every 30 minutes. Click for more information on bus arrivals and departures at Harpa. Harpa is also the first stop on the Hop on Hop off bus route.
It only takes about 45 minutes to get from Keflavík Airport to Harpa. The Flybus is a convenient and easy way to travel between the two, but it stops at the BSÍ bus terminal. Click here for information on the airport bus schedule.
Driving
Harpa has a two-storey underground car park that is open 24/7. It is well-lit and provides direct access to the building. The car park has 13 charging points from ON on the second level (K2). The charging points are open to everyone and to access them, you need to order an ON key and download the ON app.
Private guided tours
You can book a private tour for you and your company. For an even more unforgettable experience, book a private guided tour with an architect or singer. All private tours need to be booked through tours@harpa.is.
The Volcano Express exhibition
The Volcano Express exhibition started in March 2025, and visitors can experience the volcanic wonder that is Iceland. With advanced multi-dimensional technology unmatched in the world, visitors experience the power of nature in a new and unique way. The exhibition is open every day and shown every 15 minutes.
How to Become Icelandic in 60 Minutes
In seeing "How to Become Icelandic in 60 Minutes", you will learn everything you need to know about becoming Icelandic in just one hour. You will learn to walk, talk and behave like a regular Icelander. The show is a hilarious blend of incisive and visual observation of the Icelandic human condition, their attitudes, struggles and everyday life. You will laugh, learn, and leave the theatre feeling 100% Icelandic at the show's end.
Múlinn Jazz Club
Múlinn Jazz Club holds regular concerts in Harpa. The programme is ambitious and diverse and a good example of the great growth that characterizes Icelandic jazz life, where all currents and trends have a place. Múlinn is supported by the City of Reykjavík and the Music Fund and is in collaboration with the World Music Club and Harpa.
Restaurants
There are two restaurants in Harpa, Hnoss Bistro on the ground floor and La Primavera on the fourth floor, with a great view of the harbour. At Hnoss Bistro, gourmet brunch is offered every weekend, as well as lunch, dinner and coffee during the day. La Primavera is open on Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights. Both places are suitable for making more of your visit to Harpa.
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