Overview
Overview
Reykjavik has burst onto the international travel scene in recent years as one of Europe’s hippest and most eccentric destinations. As the most northern city in the world, Reykjavik has long winter days, but the city quite literally wakes up for summer, when the 22 hours of sunlight feel blissful and nearly endless. As a top travel destination, there’s plenty to explore outside of the famed geothermal pools, ice hotels and excursions to the countryside. From the unique Rainbow Festival in the winter to the eccentric bars and nightclubs, the city is a hub for LGBT travelers and a one-of-a-kind gem.
Marriage Requirements
Same-sex marriage was legalized in Iceland in June of 2010. To marry in Iceland, couples must provide birth certificates, passports, and single status forms. Divorce and death decrees are also required if applicable. For additional information, check with your Certified Destination Wedding Specialist.
Travel Documents, Language & Currency
Travel Documents
Passports are required for visitors entering Iceland. If you are a citizen of the US, visit travel.state.gov for more information on travel documents needed. For Canadian travelers, visit travel.gc.ca for relevant travel information.
Language
Icelandic is the official language of Iceland, though many Icelanders also speak English.
Currency
The krona is the official currency of Iceland.
Climate & Beaches
Climate
Iceland has a cold oceanic climate and a tundra climate further inland. During the winter, temperatures average around 32 degrees F, with very short days and snow. The average temperature in the summer is around 55 degrees F, with 22 hours of sunshine a day.
Beaches
Reykjavik is not known for beaches, but the city is home to a number of thermal pools. Reykjavik’s famous geothermal beach, Nauthólsvík, is the meeting point of cold sea waters and hot geothermal pools that combine to create a therapeutic bath. Or, try floating in the mineral rich and algae-filled waters of the Blue Lagoon, but be prepared to pay spa admission prices.
Activities & Tourist Attractions
Activities
Reykjavik has a number of well-curated museums, art houses, restaurants, and shops, so be sure to spend time browsing. The city is also world-famous for its geothermal springs, so schedule time at one of the many beaches or The Blue Lagoon for a rejuvenating excursion. For an excursion, the Gullfoss Waterfall collects thousands of gallons of fresh glacier water for a dramatic and impressive drop, or visit Geysur, the famous natural wonder that the rest of the world’s geysers are named after. Depending on the time of year you visit, Iceland’s iconic Rainbow Reykjavik festival draws thousands of LGBT travelers from the around the globe.
Nightlife
Year-round, there is plenty of nightlife in welcoming and colorful Reykjavik.
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