Harpa
Concert Hall and Cultural Center
Miðbær, Reykjavík
"local material such as Icelandic lava."(8 Tips)
"Beautiful concert hall with dramatic natural lighting."(4 Tips)
"Beautiful architecture with a great and interesting programme inside"(4 Tips)
"excellent concert venue for Iceland Airwaves"(2 Tips)
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Richard BratbySeptember 7, 2013With one of the world's top 10 economies, Britain cuts arts funding. Facing total financial ruin, Iceland built this stunning performance venue. I know which future generations will appreciate more.Upvoted 4 days ago
Julie LOctober 2, 2016Breathtaking landmark in the port. Worth a visit during the day and by night when the outside is illuminated - to mimic northem lights. The visit of the building is free and it's open till late.
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Jenny KJune 24, 2015The behind the scenes tour and 360 movie are a great way to visit Harpa without committing to a formal ticket. The tour is a must for anyone who likes architecture and/or music!
Michael FuchsNovember 6, 2018Try to see it from different angles and go inside to not miss the just as spectacular view. It‘s highly recommended to pass by architect Olafur Eliasson‘s Reykjavik studio at Marshallhúsið.
Aylin AlpustunAugust 1, 2022It is without a doubt a jewel, more like a sculpture than a concert hall where the mountains meet the sea. There is a great restaurant inside and is sublime even just to read with a glass of wine
Haytham IbrahimAugust 9, 2016Amazing modern structure building in Reykjavik. It hosts culture events daily. Make sure to attend the Icelandicsagas show.
Amazing views and architecture! Open to the public to wander around when no events are in progress. Don't miss it!
Rowan WernhamOctober 13, 2015Amazing building.. Must see for architourers. Great interior in late afternoon light.. Or see the outside lit up at night.
StevenApril 11, 2017Music venue but very cool architecture inside and out. Free to wander around and get your IG game on. Also free wifi & cool little seats
BivitriAugust 28, 2014Great place to visit and attend a concert if you're lucky. Great to visit during the day or at night. An architectural dream.
JustinJanuary 18, 2015Amazing building inside and out. Interesting shops and cafe areas. Worth even just a wander through to get a look at the incredible structure from the inside!
@sloaneJanuary 22, 2014A few beautiful shops, a cafe, lovely seating lining the stairs to the second level, gorgeous setting - perfect exploring for a break from rainy or snowy weather.- JosephSeptember 7, 2018Beautiful concert hall with dramatic natural lighting. Check out the “How to be Icelandic in 60 minutes” and “Icelandic Sagas” shows.
jon accarrinoJuly 2, 2012The big gray boats outside are part of Island's Coast Guard. Their primary purpose is to protect Island's fishing waters from foreign fishermen.
Adam Molyneux-BerryFebruary 25, 2017A stunning, stunning building - totally mesmerising. The interior surpasses the exterior in the most psychedelic of ways. Absolute pleasure to visit!
George M.March 9, 2016The building is fantastic both externally and internally. After you enter, it's a good idea take the elevator on the right to the fifth floor and walk down the building.
Maayan SheinfeldAugust 25, 2017I really enjoyed 'Icelandic sagas' and I wish I had the time to see 'how to become Icelandic in 60 min'.
BellevilleZoo ParisFebruary 22, 2014Harpa Conference & Concert Center • Visit the place for the architecture, nice views over the harbour. You can find there a 12 Tónar music shop.
Maya ShanmugamJanuary 22, 2017Older crowd @ chamber music shows, but if you're coming to see the architecture, you must come both at night and during the day!
Pam LinMarch 1, 2018Beautiful Concert Hall. Worth a walk through even if you're not going to see a concert/show.
Dimitri AntonissenJuly 18, 2017Great architecture, just don't use the toilet. At 600kr (5 euro) that buys you a small lunch at some European cities
M CJanuary 18, 2017Just BEAUTIFUL! Make sure to book a concert or expo before coming, or you will just take a short walk inside.- EduardJune 17, 2016A must in Reykjavik. Beautiful architecture with a great and interesting programme inside
Lisa StarbucksApril 3, 2016Stunning architectural master piece 😵😲😍 nothing quite like this. Definitely an unforgettable experience.
Jeff JenkinsJuly 2, 2015Take the tour! They show you all of their auditoriums, let you see behind the scenes and give some history of the building
Kate FurmanMay 26, 2015Check out the boats in the harbor at the back of the concert hall. Also, this place has the nicest bathrooms.
Risiana LevieFebruary 7, 2015Beautiful building on the boulevard! Check out the lights when it's dark enough.
Erick KjellevoldSeptember 23, 2014Beautiful architecture. I can imagine the place is amazing when there is a big event there, like Iceland Airwaves.
Paul MannJanuary 3, 2014Absolutely stunning setting. Explore the upper floors via the stairs and discover some really cool booths to hang out in.
- It's such a beautiful structure! I love how the architect integrated local material such as Icelandic lava.
Andrew SmithMarch 25, 2017Apparently this is a concert hall or something, but go inside and it's a maze of wonder for anyone with a camera.
Emily ScheerOctober 28, 2016Beautiful architecture and some shops inside. Great views, a few shops and free to just wander around.
Christian WohlrabeMarch 5, 2014Great building with a great view on the harbour. Don't miss the lightplay at night.
Sara WeberSeptember 20, 2013Must go. Spent an hour amazed by the place and the views. Take your time and enjoy it....
Oleksii AntonenkoJuly 12, 2017A nice glassy building with a good view over Reykjavik harbor. Toilets are not free!
Beau HarbinAugust 1, 2014Behind Harpa on the back pier, you can catch a boat to Videy island. Well worth the trip.
- Actually an excellent concert venue for Iceland Airwaves; great sound and amazing lighting rigs.
Nasti GlogowskaJuly 31, 2014Most concerts are here. Besides its cool to go on the hightest floor and enjoy the view!
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Harpa is a concert hall and conference centre in Reykjavík, Iceland. Designed by the Danish firm Henning Larsen Architects in co-operation with Danish-Icelandic artist Olafur Eliasson. The structure consists of a steel framework clad with geometric shaped glass panels of different colours.
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- 8:00 AM–Midnight
+354 528 5050
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