What is Reykjavik famous for?

Reykjavik (which directly translates to "Smokey Bay") is the northernmost national capital city in the world. It also has one of the smallest populations of any capital city. Home to under 135,000 inhabitants, Reykjavik has a wealth of sights and activities that will appeal to culture, nature, and nightlife enthusiasts alike.

Does Reykjavik speak English?

For English speakers, Reykjavik is easy to navigate as almost everything is accessible in English, and most people also speak English. As Iceland is an island, there are limited ways to reach it - the primary method being flights to Reykjavik.

How many people live in Reykjavik?

Home to under 135,000 inhabitants, Reykjavik has a wealth of sights and activities that will appeal to culture, nature, and nightlife enthusiasts alike. When visiting Reykjavik be sure to book your hotel here to find the best hotel prices in Reykjavik. You can also find the largest selection of day trips from Reykjavik.

Why is it called Reykja?

The name is said to be inspired by steam rising from hot springs in the region. The original name was Reykjar-vík, with an "r" suffix for the genitive singular of reykr; the modern version reykja- uses the genitive plural. The name's meaning is still transparent in modern Icelandic.