Name: Landnámssýningin/The Settlement Exhibition
Address: AÃ°alstrÃ¦ti 16, 101 ReykjavÃk, Iceland, IS
Telephone: +354 411 6370

Landnámssýningin/The Settlement Exhibition is a museum, located at Aðalstræti 16, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland. They can be contacted via phone at +354 411 6370, visit their website borgarsogusafn.is for more detailed information.

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Aðalstræti 16, 101 Reykjavík

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Added by Jopie, at 15 October 2016

Monday 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

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Dan Minster

05 March 2018

Short, but sweet, exhibition built around the remains of an early log house. So much information is provided about how the first settlers must have lived and how the excavation of the site was done. What also really impressed me was how interactive and engaging everything was - there was even an area for kids to engage in viking games.
Ramzi Kiblawi

03 March 2018

The exhibition was interesting but very repetitive and short. The best part was the Viking outfit and games area (made for children but we loved it)
Ashleigh Cartwright

18 February 2018

Very interesting exhibition about the settlement in Reykjavik. Interactive displays that really got you thinking and involved with the history. Displays are in English aswell as Icelandic.
Nazia Mehrban

08 February 2018

Great interactive displays as you walk around an actual settlement site. Very cool to learn about the surrounding land and why the people settled there.
Fred Finney

23 January 2018

The Settlement Exhibition is an archaeological museum built over the uncovered remains of a ca. AD 930 longhouse. It is believed to be one of the earlier buildings in the area that later became Reykjavík. There are quite a few artifacts on display. The interpretative aspect that makes this museum great for the public are the interactive information modules placed around the outside of the longhouse. Lots of topics are covered in the modules including ecology, history, and recent DNA discoveries for the Icelandic people. In addition at the entrance there is a small gift shop with a nice selection of Icelandic history and nature books. The Settlement Exhibition nicely complements the second floor of the National Museum of Iceland.
Fred Finney

21 December 2017

The Settlement Exhibition is an archaeological museum built over the uncovered remains of a ca. AD 930 longhouse. It is believed to be one of the earlier buildings in the area that later became Reykjavík. There are quite a few artifacts on display. The interpretative aspect that makes this museum great for the public are the interactive information modules placed around the outside of the longhouse. Lots of topics are covered in the modules including ecology, history, and recent DNA discoveries for the Icelandic people. In addition at the entrance there is a small gift shop with a nice selection of Icelandic history and nature books. The Settlement Exhibition nicely complement the second floor of the National Museum of Iceland.
Qi Xin

30 November 2017

If you’re used to bigger museums like the MET in NYC or Museum of Natural History, don’t waste your time here. The entrance fee itself is a rip off for 3200ISK.
Patrick Van Der Horst

28 November 2017

Wonderful exhibition! Amazing how they incorporated the excavation and the building. Learned a lot on the first inhabitants of Iceland.
Fred Finney

25 September 2017

The Settlement Exhibition is an archaeological museum built over the uncovered remains of a ca. AD 930 longhouse. It is believed to be one of the earlier buildings in the area that later became Reykjavík. There are quite a few artifacts on display. The interpretative aspect that makes this museum great for the public are the interactive information modules placed around the outside of the longhouse. Lots of topics are covered in the modules including ecology, history, and recent DNA discoveries for the Icelandic people. The Settlement Exhibition nicely complement the second floor of the National Museum of Iceland.
Paul Finlay

10 September 2017

Some interesting history on Iceland, its people and how people have changed the landscape. Has a unearthed longhouse. Some of the interactive features are very good.
Snorri Thor

27 August 2017

Excellent museum built around what is considered one of the first settlements in Reykjavík. Interactive displays show how Iceland was settled, interesting antique artefacts and a great play corner for kids where they can dress up as little vikings :)
TheMaxDaddy

17 August 2017

The museum is marketed as kid friendly (not what we experienced) and has a great play area with viking dress up and toy weapons. Our 3 young boys (1,4,6) were playing and we were asked/told to be quiet. We didn't think they were being particularly noisy. Ruined our visit and we decided to leave. We were given a full refund.
Erik Van Der Velden

29 July 2017

A lot of information about the earliest settlers of Iceland. The remains of a settlement are in the building. The interactive part is not that special.
Quinn Beato

26 July 2017

One of the most unique museums I have ever been in. The exhibit is fascinating and is a good way to spend an hour or more. Would visit again.
Eric Gernat

02 June 2017

Excellent museum for those who enjoy history. All indoors, built around the excavation of one of the oldest known buildings in Iceland. Excellent info (in English) to explain the site and it's significance.
Jo Lee

28 May 2017

Get a 24 hours Reykjavik City card and you will get to visit the museum for free. This is one of the most enjoyable museum visits I have ever been to. A lot interactive modules to help you understand the history, excellent use if Digital content for easy understanding. You even get to play with the bone puzzles of animals in its small animal exhibit. Well worth the time spent.
Lisa Kercher

23 May 2017

If you have an hour to kill in Reykjavik, and are interested in the history of the city and of Iceland, you should check this out. All the interpretive materials were well done. As per most museums or exhibits of this kind, there was a lot of reading (signs are in both Icelandic and English). Some interactive elements.
Owe Richard Johansen

10 April 2017

The interactivity between digital information and the actual historical viking living area is amazing. No fancy boats or war gear, but a very good museum for understanding the everyday life of a viking settlement.
Adolphus Weems

18 February 2017

Good information. Much more interactive and helpful information than the comparative exhibit in Paris at the Notre Dame Cathedral. Not sure if it's worth the full entrance fee, but certainly an educational visit.
Jan Schröder

10 February 2017

Nice interactive museum. It takes about 1-2 hours. Price is okay for Iceland
Evelina Ganas

23 January 2017

Quick and informative. Very well though out and presented exhibition. Plenty of information of early Icelandic settlers and everyday implements. the site itself is beautifully preserved and presented.
Ori Silberberg

22 October 2016

I had the amazing opportunity to explore this magical and educational museum.
The lengthy history tells the tale of the icelandic nation perfectly - through lively exhibitions, adventurous animations (blended perfectly into panoramic photographs), and the ability to walk through the distant past with no obstacles.
I especially liked the true-hearted explanations about the main exhibit - showing history as it is - impartial, following only hard, iron facts.
The visit here significantly altered my trip (and my views toward Iceland as a whole) and my life, and I cannot suggest strongly enough -
If you have more than 2 hours in Reykjavik, there's nothing more entertaining to do!

But seriously, it sucks. Small and uneventful.