Árbær Open Air Museum

Museums Free of Charge

As part of the Reykjavík City Museum, Árbær is a historic Open Air Museum where you will know everything about Reykjavík's past.

In 1957 Árbær opened its doors as a museum with more than 20 buildings forming a town square and a village.

Árbær Open Air Museum has a different number of exhibitions that try to explain Reykjavík’s past showing architecture and past lifestyles. You will also find other events highlighting some of the country’s festivities.

What will you find in Árbær?

Reykajvík’s Historical Data
Exhibitions and Events related to Reykjavík’s culture and history
Reykjavík’s most important Landmarks