• The National Museum of Iceland was established on 24 February 1863, with Jón Árnason the first curator of the Icelandic collection
  • The National Museum of Iceland is the country’s largest museum, showcasing Iceland’s history and culture from the settlement period to modern times.
  • If you are ready to spend here a (rainy) day, you can really get an whole overview of the icelandic past. How to Find National Museum of Iceland
  • National Museum of Iceland is ranked #9 out of 20 things to do in Reykjavik. See pictures and our review of National Museum of Iceland.
  • Entrance to the National Museum of Iceland. Audio guide to access using your smartphone, available in a variety of languages.
  • Location. You'll find the National Museum of Iceland in Reykjavik, just outside of the hustle of downtown near the University of Iceland.
  • National Museum of Iceland. Suðurgata 41, Iceland. Our Rating 2 star rating Hours Museum and Gallery daily 10am–5pm Transportation.
  • It acquired its current name in 1911 and is now one of the best museums in Iceland. The National Museum of Iceland also has The Culture House as a part of it.
  • Wow, was this a great museum! We visited the National Museum of Iceland as our first stop of our City Pass. This was an extremely worthwhile visit for us.