Wander down to the harbor to see Sun Voyager, a massive sculpture of a dreamboat. Designed by Jon Gunnar Arnason in 1990, the stainless steel artwork resembles a Viking ship and is dedicated to the sun. The sculpture is close to shore and offers a view of Mount Esja across the harbor. More art installations dot the shore if you continue to walk along the water, but this sculpture is the highlight. Our Reykjavik journey planner makes visiting Sun Voyager and other Reykjavik attractions simple, and helps you make a travel plan personal to you.
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This was my favorite sculpture in Reykjavik. When observed from the right angle it looks like it is floating on the water. I loved the modern materials mated with old Viking boat shape.
This was my favorite sculpture in Reykjavik. When observed from the right angle it looks like it is floating on the water. I loved the modern materials mated with old Viking boat shape. more »
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Just along the shore from Harpa (the concert hall), this free attraction is well worth a visit. There are great views across to the mountains too.
Just along the shore from Harpa (the concert hall), this free attraction is well worth a visit. There are great views across to the mountains too. more »
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While it's a pretty simple steel structure/sculpture, it's perfectly placed along the sea front walk and I would definitely recommend you stop and take it in for a few minutes. The weather wasn't great the day I visited but I imagine the ambiance changes with the weather, sunlight and time of day you're there. Simply stunning backdrop of the North Atlantic and hills beyond too and only a few minutes brisk walk from the town centre.
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Definitely worth a quick visit, just a beautiful place to see Iceland. Cool modern sculpture that fits the scenic view perfectly. The clean cut design fits the style of the city! But the Brie on a clear day is priceless! Very much worth the walk down to the waters edge.
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