Hallgrímskirkja
Church · Reykjavik

Hallgrímskirkja

Photo: Steinninn · CC BY 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons

The church was designed by Guðjón Samúelsson to echo Iceland's basalt columns. Construction began in 1945 and finished in 1986. The interior features a large pipe organ and simple furnishings.

On day 1 of Reykjavik & the Ring Road

Good to know

Tickets
Church entry is free. Tower access requires a fee.
Time needed
30 to 60 minutes
Best time
Morning to avoid midday crowds
Getting there
Central Reykjavik location, reached on foot or by bus

Itineraries with Hallgrímskirkja

Day 1 of Reykjavik & the Ring Road

Reykjavik

How Hallgrímskirkja fits into a day.
  1. 10:00HallgrímskirkjaReykjavik
  2. 12:00LaugavegurReykjavik
  3. 15:00HarpaReykjavik
  4. 16:30Sun VoyagerReykjavik
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Hallgrímskirkja questions

How tall is Hallgrímskirkja?

The tower stands 74.5 meters high.

Can visitors climb the tower?

Yes, an elevator and stairs lead to an observation deck with city views.

Is Hallgrímskirkja open every day?

The church is open daily, though exact hours change with the season.

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