Laugardalurinn

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Laugardalurinn is a Park at Engjavegur, Reykjavík, Iceland

Laugardalur is a broad green valley in eastern Reykjavík and the city's main recreation area, its name meaning the valley of the hot springs, where washerwomen once did the laundry. Today it gathers the largest swimming pool in the city, a sports stadium, a botanical garden and a family park and zoo among its lawns and paths. A leafy retreat for walking, playing and relaxing close to the centre.

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Where to find Laugardalurinn?

64°8'28"N, 21°52'29"W

Aurora hunting in Reykjavík?

The aurora season here runs from September to April, with the best chances of seeing the Northern Lights in October and March. Head to Laugardalurinn after dark for a chance to see the aurora away from artificial light.

What do people think of Laugardalurinn?

  • 4.8

  • If you're traveling alone use the GrayLine for all your touring. They are fantastic! I felt utterly taken care of. Great drivers too!

    Fran W21 July 2017

  • My favourite place in the city, no question. But I've never seen people so obsessed with parking illegally. Is it life-threatening to walk a few steps? Something to think about...

    Uppáhaldsstaðurinn minn í borginni, ekki spurning. Hef samt aldrei vitað fólk eins sjúkt í að leggja ólöglega. Er það manni lífshættulegt að ganga nokkur skref? Það er pæling...

    Lilja H27 August 2011

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