What can you see at the Settlement Exhibition?

The excavated remains of a Viking-age longhouse wall, preserved where it was found beneath central Reykjavik, together with displays on the settlement of the city.

Where is the Settlement Exhibition?

At Adalstraeti in central Reykjavik, below street level and within easy walking distance of the harbour.

How long should I allow?

It is a compact, single-subject exhibition, so around forty-five minutes to an hour is usually enough.

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The Settlement Exhibition

Reykjavik exhibition built around an excavated Viking-age longhouse wall in the city centre.

The Settlement Exhibition is built around the excavated remains of a Viking-age longhouse wall found beneath central Reykjavik, left in place and displayed where it was uncovered. The surrounding exhibition sets that single structure in the context of the city's earliest settlement.

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Plan your visit

Where it is: At Adalstraeti in central Reykjavik, below street level.
Getting there: In the middle of the old city centre, a short walk from the harbour and the main shopping streets.
Typical visit: Around forty-five minutes to an hour.
When to go: Indoors and open year-round.
Good to know: The excavation is the exhibition: the wall remains are shown in situ rather than moved to a gallery. It is part of Reykjavik City Museum, as is Arbaer.

Frequently asked questions

What can you see at the Settlement Exhibition?: The excavated remains of a Viking-age longhouse wall, preserved where it was found beneath central Reykjavik, together with displays on the settlement of the city.
Where is the Settlement Exhibition?: At Adalstraeti in central Reykjavik, below street level and within easy walking distance of the harbour.
How long should I allow?: It is a compact, single-subject exhibition, so around forty-five minutes to an hour is usually enough.