Reykjavík City Pass Comparison 2026
Compare verified prices, confirmed inclusions, and booking rules for the official Reykjavík City Card versus individual tickets — Iceland's first destination on this site.
| Feature | Reykjavík City Card | Individual Tickets |
|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | 6.100 kr. (24-hour, adult) | Varies per site |
| Validity | 24, 48, or 72 consecutive hours from activation (written start time on the card) | Per ticket |
| Hallgrímskirkja Tower | Not included | 1.500 kr. (nave itself is free) |
| Perlan | Partner discount only — not included | 7.090 kr. online / 7.490 kr. on-site |
| Sun Voyager (Sólfar) | Not needed — always free | Free |
| Sundhöll Reykjavíkur (pool) | Included | 1.430 kr. |
| Museums & Attractions | 17 included (National Museum of Iceland, Reykjavík Art Museum's 3 sites, Settlement Exhibition, Maritime Museum, and more) | Pay per site |
| Geothermal Pools | 8 included (Laugardalslaug, Sundhöll Reykjavíkur, Árbæjarlaug, and 5 others) | Pay per visit |
| Public Transport | Unlimited Strætó buses in the capital area, plus a Viðey Island ferry ride (Keflavík Airport bus excluded) | Pay per ride |
| Format | Physical or digital card, activated by writing the start date/time on the back | Varies by seller |
| 💡 Best For | Strong value for a museums-and-pools visit of a day or more — 17 sites, 8 geothermal pools, unlimited buses, and a Viðey ferry ride, all on one card. It does not cover Hallgrímskirkja's tower or Perlan, Reykjavík's two most-searched paid sights, so budget for those separately regardless of which tier you buy. | Worth considering if your visit centers on Hallgrímskirkja and Perlan specifically, or if you're only in Reykjavík for a few hours — the card can't discount either of those two marquee sights, and a short stay may not fit enough included museums or pools to break even. |
| Check price on Reykjavík City Card ✓ Verified 2026-09-30 | Varies per site · Individual Tickets |
Reykjavík City Card
6.100 kr. (24-hour, adult)
💡 Strong value for a museums-and-pools visit of a day or more — 17 sites, 8 geothermal pools, unlimited buses, and a Viðey ferry ride, all on one card. It does not cover Hallgrímskirkja's tower or Perlan, Reykjavík's two most-searched paid sights, so budget for those separately regardless of which tier you buy.
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- Validity
- 24, 48, or 72 consecutive hours from activation (written start time on the card)
- Hallgrímskirkja Tower
- Not included
- Perlan
- Partner discount only — not included
- Sun Voyager (Sólfar)
- Not needed — always free
- Sundhöll Reykjavíkur (pool)
- Included
- Museums & Attractions
- 17 included (National Museum of Iceland, Reykjavík Art Museum's 3 sites, Settlement Exhibition, Maritime Museum, and more)
- Geothermal Pools
- 8 included (Laugardalslaug, Sundhöll Reykjavíkur, Árbæjarlaug, and 5 others)
- Public Transport
- Unlimited Strætó buses in the capital area, plus a Viðey Island ferry ride (Keflavík Airport bus excluded)
- Format
- Physical or digital card, activated by writing the start date/time on the back
✓ Verified 2026-09-30
Individual Tickets
Varies per site
💡 Worth considering if your visit centers on Hallgrímskirkja and Perlan specifically, or if you're only in Reykjavík for a few hours — the card can't discount either of those two marquee sights, and a short stay may not fit enough included museums or pools to break even.
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- Validity
- Per ticket
- Hallgrímskirkja Tower
- 1.500 kr. (nave itself is free)
- Perlan
- 7.090 kr. online / 7.490 kr. on-site
- Sun Voyager (Sólfar)
- Free
- Sundhöll Reykjavíkur (pool)
- 1.430 kr.
- Museums & Attractions
- Pay per site
- Geothermal Pools
- Pay per visit
- Public Transport
- Pay per ride
- Format
- Varies by seller
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Things to do in Reykjavik
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Pricing Analysis & Important Details
01. Neither Go City nor Turbopass operates in Reykjavík — only the official Reykjavík City Card
Confirmed against both providers' own published destination lists: Go City lists 28 destinations worldwide and Turbopass lists 13 (concentrated in Western/Southern Europe plus Dubai) — neither includes Reykjavík or any Icelandic city. Reykjavík's only official multi-attraction pass is the Reykjavík City Card, run by Visit Reykjavík.
02. The card's two most notable exclusions are also Reykjavík's two most-searched paid sights
Hallgrímskirkja's tower and Perlan are both confirmed absent from the City Card's 17-attraction inclusion list. Perlan appears only in the card's partner-discount section (a reduced rate, not free entry), while Hallgrímskirkja's tower doesn't appear on the card's page at all. Anyone planning around these two landmarks should budget for them as separate, full-price tickets no matter which City Card tier they buy.
03. Iceland's biggest regional draws are outside city-pass scope entirely
The Blue Lagoon, Golden Circle day tours, and glacier or Northern Lights excursions — Iceland's best-known tourist products — sit well outside Reykjavík proper and are not covered, discounted, or referenced by the Reykjavík City Card. This guide covers only genuine in-city attractions; regional day trips need their own separate tickets or tours regardless of any city pass.
04. The pools are where the card earns its keep for most visitors
All 8 included geothermal pools, including the historic Sundhöll Reykjavíkur, are confirmed free with the City Card at every tier, alongside unlimited Strætó bus travel and a Viðey Island ferry ride. A traveler mixing 2-3 museums with a couple of pool visits and some bus rides across a 48 or 72-hour window is the profile the card is built for.
Which Option Fits Your Visit?
A Museums-and-Pools Day (or More)
The Reykjavík City Card covers 17 museums and attractions, 8 geothermal pools including Sundhöll Reykjavíkur, unlimited city buses, and a Viðey ferry ride — strong value for a full day or more mixing culture and bathing.
You Mainly Want Hallgrímskirkja & Perlan
Neither is covered by the City Card. Budget for the Hallgrímskirkja tower (1.500 kr.) and Perlan (7.090-7.490 kr.) as separate full-price tickets, and skip the card if these two sights are your main priority.
You Want Transport Included
Any City Card tier covers unlimited Strætó bus travel across the capital area plus a ferry ride to Viðey Island — useful if you're staying outside the compact city center or plan to island-hop.
Planning Golden Circle or Blue Lagoon Day Trips
These are regional excursions outside Reykjavík and outside the scope of any city pass — book them as separate tours or tickets, and don't expect the City Card to apply.
Detailed Attraction Guides
Verified prices, booking rules, and Reykjavík City Card compatibility for Reykjavík's most-visited in-city sights.
Hallgrímskirkja Guide
Free church nave access, tower viewpoint ticket pricing, and why the Reykjavík City Card doesn't cover it.
Perlan Guide
Wonders of Iceland exhibition and observation deck ticket pricing, and its partner-discount-only status on the City Card.
Sun Voyager Guide
Confirmed free, 24-hour access to Reykjavík's iconic waterfront sculpture, and why no pass is needed.
Sundhöll Reykjavíkur Guide
Entry pricing, pool etiquette, and confirmed free inclusion on the Reykjavík City Card.
Things to do in Reykjavik
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Frequently Asked Questions
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