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Settlement Exhibition, Reykjavik

The Settlement Exhibition 871±2 in Reykjavík is centered around the archaeological excavation at Aðalstræti which uncovered the ruins of one of the first houses in Iceland dating back to circa 930-1000.

The Settlement Exhibition 871±2 in Reykjavík is centered around the archaeological excavation at Aðalstræti which uncovered the ruins of one of the first houses in Iceland dating back to circa 930-1000. It also has remnants of a wall that dates from 871±2, from which the exhibition gets its name. It also showcases other objects from the Viking era from central Reykjavik and Viðey.

Admission is ISK 1600 for adults, ISK 900 for students, and free for children below 17 years, seniors over 67 years, and disabled persons. Guided tours are conducted in June - August at 11 am on weekdays.


Hours

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9:00

18:00

Mon

9:00

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Tue

9:00

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Wed

9:00

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Thu

9:00

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Fri

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About Settlement Exhibition

 Aðalstræti 16, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland

 +354 411 6370

 borgarsogusafn.is

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