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Reykjavik

Reykjavik · Iceland · 64.16, -21.88

The world's northernmost capital and Iceland's tourism hub, Reykjavik combines colorful streets with innovative architecture. It is a base for the Golden Circle, including geysers, waterfalls, and the rift valley, as well as the Blue Lagoon's hot springs and aurora viewing. It is also a gateway to Iceland's volcanic and glacial wilderness.

Port highlights

About 130,000 people (about 240,000 in the capital region)

Population

Subarctic maritime climate. Summers are cool, while winters are relatively mild but windy. Summers have midnight sun, and winters have short daylight hours.

Climate

Icelandic (English is also widely understood)

Language

Icelandic króna

Currency

June to August (midnight sun and mild weather, good for sightseeing); September to March if you want to see the aurora

Best time to visit

Local food

Lamb dishes, fresh seafood, skyr (dairy product), hot dogs (pylsa)

Sights

Hallgrímskirkja churchHarpa Concert HallGolden Circle (geysers and Gullfoss waterfall)Blue Lagoon hot spring

Monthly average high / low temperatures

3°

-2°Jan

3°

-2°Feb

4°

-1°Mar

7°

1°Apr

10°

4°May

13°

7°Jun

15°

9°Jul

14°

9°Aug

12°

6°Sep

8°

3°Oct

5°

0°Nov

3°

-2°Dec

Unit: °C · Calculated from NOAA GHCN-Daily station observations · Period: 1991–2020 · Station: REYKJAVIK · about 3.4 km from port · elevation difference about 47 m · Last checked: Oct 3, 2026 · A guide for choosing your travel month.

Local prices for travelers

Much more expensive than Tokyo

Compared with Tokyo, Japan (median of items)300 (Tokyo = 100)

Compared with Tokyo, everything is much more expensive.

ISK 260

Water 500 ml

ISK 850

Coffee

ISK 2,945

Inexpensive meal

ISK 1,590

Local beer

ISK 3,595

Big Mac

Prices in Reykjavik. · Amounts in the recorded local currency. No currency conversion applied. · Last checked: Oct 2026 · Sources: Shop and menu prices

Getting there from Japan

KEF

Nearest airport

45–60 min

Airport to port (approx.)

B — One connection

Ease of access

Access from Japan: A = direct flight / B = one connection / C = two or more connections (indicative)

Itineraries calling here

OtherOct 2026

Source: Wikipedia “Reykjavík” (CC BY-SA 4.0)

Checked Jul 22, 2026

Reykjavik

Port highlights

Getting there from Japan

Itineraries calling here

14-Night Cruise from Reykjavik to Quebec City

12-Night Northern Europe & Fjords Cruise from Southampton to Reykjavik

11-Night Northern Europe & Fjords Cruise from Southampton

11-Night Northern Europe & Fjords Cruise from Southampton to Reykjavik

12-Night Northern Europe & Fjords Cruise from Hamburg

Sources