Our NBM2025 guide for visiting Reykjavík Iceland
Reykjavík, Iceland’s capital and largest city, is the world’s northernmost capital, known for its rich history and modern significance. Established as a permanent settlement in 874 AD, Reykjavík officially became a trading town in 1786 and has since developed into the nation’s center of culture, commerce, and government. Today, with a population of 140,000 in the city and 248,000 in the Capital Region, it stands as a model of sustainability, celebrated for being one of the cleanest, greenest, and safest cities globally. This blend of history, progress, and environmental consciousness makes Reykjavík a key destination and a vibrant urban hub.
1. Preparing your travels
Keflavik International Airport, located approximately 49 kilometers from Iceland's capital, Reykjavík, is easily accessible by bus, public transport, and car.
Use following links for public transport, Airport Direct, Reykjavík Excursions or Icelandair Flybus to explore your options and get advice on how to come to Reykjavik from the airport
Once in the city and for sustainable mobility, you can use public transport or rent a bike.
2. Where to stay
Although the period during which the NBM Conference takes place is a peak tourist season, there is a wide range of accommodation options available. To assist with your planning, we have compiled a list of accommodations conveniently located near the conference venue.
Take a look at the following sites:
Hostels:
Hostels in Reykjavík - Student Hostel on University Campus - KEX Hostel - Bus Hostel Reykjavik
Hotels close to the venue:
Center Hotels Midgardur - Hotel Eyja Guldsmeden - Center Hotel Laugavegur - Hotel Borg by Keahotels - Local 101 - Fosshótel Reykjavík - Hotel Ódinsvé
For a variety of hotel options in the Reykjavík capital area, please visit the following link: The hotels and accommodation in Reykjavik These accommodations are located within the capital region, providing easy access to the city and conference venue
Apartments: Apartments in Reykjavik
Hotels in Hafnarfjördur - Distance to venue 11 km
Fjörukráin - The Viking Village
The conference venue includes University Square (Háskólatorg), Sæmundargata 1; University Cinema (Háskólabíó), Hagatorg (5-7 minute walk from University Square); and the House of Vigdís (Veröld – hús Vigdísar), Brynjólfsgata (3-5 minute walk from University Square).
3. Moving around Reykjavík
Public transport
Make the most of your stay in Reykjavík Iceland ! Check out the following links and discover the places of interest, museums, galleries, cultural activities and the best suggestions for visiting and eating in Reykjavík Iceland:
Reykjavík Terminal - The capital’s main tourist transportation hubs
The public transport
Buses that stop near the University of Iceland: Numbers 1, 3, and 6.
The bus that stop near Háskólabíó is number 11
Route planner - https://www.straeto.is/en
4. The Icelandic Renewable Energy
The Iceland Renewable Energy Cluster partners with Green by Iceland, a platform promoting climate cooperation and green solutions. Green by Iceland aims to combat climate change globally, export Icelandic sustainable innovations, and enhance Iceland's sustainability leadership. Under Promote Iceland, it fosters collaboration between businesses and the government to achieve carbon neutrality by 2040.
Do you want to know more about the Icelandic Renewable Energy? Click on the following link.