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Reykjavík Art Museum Kjarvalsstaðir

Museum with modern paintings & sculptures by well-known Icelandic artists, plus a cafe & gift shop.

Flókagata 24, 105 Reykjavík, Iceland
📞 +354 411 6420

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Wheelchair rental

Amenities

  • Good for kids
  • Restaurant
  • Toilets
  • Free Wi-Fi

Crowd

  • Family friendly

Reykjavík Art Museum Kjarvalsstaðir is a must-see destination for art lovers in Reykjavík, Iceland. Located in the city’s eastern district, the museum is home to the works of renowned Icelandic artist Jóhannes S. Kjarval. It is a great place to explore the history and culture of the country, with a wide range of artwork from the late 19th century to the present day.

The museum is divided into two sections: the main building, which houses Kjarval’s works, and the annex, which is dedicated to contemporary art. In the main building, visitors will find a variety of paintings, watercolors, and drawings, as well as an interactive exhibition that allows visitors to learn more about the artist and his work. The annex, on the other hand, features a variety of contemporary art, including installations, sculptures, and digital media.

The museum also offers a range of educational programs and activities for children and adults. Visitors can attend lectures, workshops, and other events, or take part in guided tours of the museum. The museum also offers a variety of special events throughout the year, including music and dance performances, film screenings, and art exhibitions.

Visitors to Reykjavík Art Museum Kjarvalsstaðir have praised the museum for its excellent collection and friendly staff. One Tripadvisor reviewer described the museum as “a great place to learn about Icelandic art and culture”. Another reviewer noted that the museum was “well-maintained and full of interesting pieces”.

Overall, Reykjavík Art Museum Kjarvalsstaðir is a great place to explore the history and culture of Iceland. With its wide range of artwork and educational programs, it is a must-visit destination for art lovers in Reykjavík.

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5 stars

One of the 3 Reykjavik Art Museums to visit and pay only once to visit all three within 24 hours! This museum has a nice cafe to have a slice of an Icelandic cake after enjoying Kjarval’s abstract Icelandic landscape painting!

5 stars

Kjarvalsstaðir, a part of the Reykjavík Art Museum that houses the works of one of Iceland’s most influential and recognised artists, Jóhannes S. Kjarval ... who was a legend in his own time and one of the nation's most beloved artists throughout time! The exhibitions at Kjarvalsstaðir focus primarily on paintings and sculptures of the established masters of modern art. Presently a special exhibition, Eternal Recurrence, that contains selected works by Jóhannes S. Kjarval will be on show until 19.09.2021. The museum's building is a typical example of Nordic modernism and looks onto the beautiful Klambratún (garden) ...that you can see from the museum's Café, that is really nice for lunch, snacks or coffee with treats. There is also a Museum Store in the lobby as well as a lovely family-activity space, the Idea Lab. I totally recommend a visit. 👍😊👍

3 stars

This art museum is very small, it only has two exhibits (Jan 2023). They are OK, but if you aren't interested in one or either exhibit, then you'll be very dissatisfied. The good news is that you get entry into 3 museums, the bad news is they are scattered all over Reykjavik, and they are each fairly limited. All in all, it's an OK way to spend some time, but keep your expectations in line. This museum is in a park, so likely very nice in the summer, as you can also spend some time on the trails.