Experience centuries of Viking history at Saga Museum. The museum uses information from past Viking narratives to make sure its 17 exhibits recreate the timeline of Viking history in the most authentic way possible. Start with the Papar exhibit to learn about the first inhabitants of Iceland. Make your way to the Þorgeir Ljósvetningagoði exhibit to learn about Iceland's conversion to Christianity. End with the Jón Arason exhibit, which teaches all you need to know about the Reformation. You'll receive an audio guide upon entering, which will explain the pieces throughout the museum. To visit Saga Museum on your trip to Reykjavik, use our Reykjavik day trip planner.
Saga Museum reviews
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If you're looking for a museum full of historical artifacts, then don't bother coming here. This museum really is for people interested in the history of Iceland. Now that this is out of the way, i..... more
If you're looking for a museum full of historical artifacts, then don't bother coming here. This museum really is for people interested in the history of Iceland. Now that this is out of the way, i..... more »
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This is a very small museum located near the Old Harbour in Reykjavik, which we paid a visit to during a snowy afternoon! The advertising makes out that this is a museum about vikings, but in fact it.... more
This is a very small museum located near the Old Harbour in Reykjavik, which we paid a visit to during a snowy afternoon! The advertising makes out that this is a museum about vikings, but in fact it.... more »
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Great way to learn the history of Iceland. You get an audio guided tour of approx 35mins and walk around various exhibitions which explains the history of the earliest settlers. Very informative but a bit short for the price. They do have student discounts so carry your student card. They have a very cool photo area where you can wear different Viking props and take photos. There is a cafe on site as well. The young lady who was at the reception/payment area was very friendly and knowledgeable.
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Great Audio tour. Very realistic set up, clear and highlights the somewhat gruesome parts of Icelandic History, but with good facts and highlights accomplishments as well. Worth it. Decent gift shop
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