Reykjavik nightlife bars are concentrated in the compact city centre, mostly along and around Laugavegur. People often head out only around midnight. Bars can stay open into the early hours.
The Reykjavik bar scene
Reykjavik has a lively nightlife concentrated in the compact city centre, mostly along and around Laugavegur. Many venues are bars or cafes by day that turn into busier bars at night. Reykjavik food guide is part of this site.
The runtur bar crawl
Locals traditionally go out late, in a bar crawl known as the runtur, moving between places rather than staying in one. A guided Reykjavík pub crawl follows that same compact nightlife district. Weekend nights are busiest.
Music and late nights
Reykjavik has a strong live-music scene, and some bars have concerts or DJs. The city hosts music festivals through the year.
Planning a night out and Reykjavik tours
The centre is small and walkable, so the main bars are within a short distance of each other. You can compare Reykjavik tours to see the current options.
Prepare your kit
The Iceland Packing List can help you pack for the weather and the time outdoors involved in Reykjavik Nightlife: Bars and Late Nights.
