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Hallgrímskirkja – Harpa Concert Hall loop from Reykjavik

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Hallgrímskirkja – Harpa Concert Hall loop from Reykjavik

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Hallgrímskirkja – Harpa Concert Hall loop from Reykjavik

00:55

3.47km

40m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: February 17, 2026

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Bus stop

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502 m

View of Hallgrímskirkja from Rainbow Street

Highlight • Viewpoint

2

1.05 km

Leif Eriksson Monument at Hallgrímskirkja Church

Highlight • Monument

Leifur the Lucky was on his way to Greenland to visit his father. But he got off course and discovered America. The statue of Alexander Stirling Calder from 1930 is a gift from the United States of America to Iceland for the 1,000th anniversary of the Icelandic parliament and stands in front of the Hallgrimskirche.

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1.07 km

Hallgrímskirkja

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The Hallgrimskirkja is the second highest building in Iceland. From the top of the church tower you have a great view of the capital Reykjavik with the colorful roofs and the harbor.

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1.66 km

Rainbow Street (Skólavörðustígur)

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The road or the rainbow looks longer than it is in many pictures. I still found it very cool, especially because of the church in the background, which is a sight in itself (Hallgrimskirkja).

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1.83 km

Ode to Mother Mural by Caratoes, Laugavegur 23

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Laugavegur 23 in Reykjavik, is a striking building known for its impressive mural. The building is home to the Mjúk Iceland store. The mural, by Hong Kong-based Belgian street artist Cara To (also known as Caratoes), was created as part of the Wall Poetry Project in 2015.
The mural, titled 'Ode to Mother', is inspired by the song 'Óður til Móður' ('Ode to Mother') by local band Ylja. The artwork immerses the entire building in a hallucinatory haze of colors and shapes.

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2.08 km

Street Art Murals in Reykjavík

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One of the many murals in Reykjavik

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2.10 km

Laugavegur Shopping Street

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Laugavegur is one of the oldest streets in Reykjavik. The street has its roots dating back to the city's early days when it was a path to natural hot springs. The name Laugavegur roughly translates to 'the Waterway', because women used to bring their laundry to this area to be washed in the hot springs. It was officially constructed in 1885. Over time, Laugavegur evolved from a practical route into a vibrant city center. By the end of the 19th century it was known for its beautiful Icelandic style buildings that now characterize much of downtown Reykjavik. These colorful old houses, together with the street art and amazing murals, make Reykjavik a truly vibrant and colorful small city, especially during the gray and dark winter days.

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3.39 km

Harpa Concert Hall

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The actual architects of Harpa are Henning Larsen Architects‎ and Batteríið‎. The artist Ólafur Elíasson designed the concept for the design of the outer facade. Furthermore, visiting the Harpa is no longer free. 1500 ISK (as of 2017) has to be paid to visit areas other than the ground floor. It is also possible to book a guided tour of the Harpa.

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3.47 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

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2.64 km

666 m

103 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

2.98 km

471 m

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