Harpa is Reykjavík's award-winning concert hall and conference centre, designed by Henning Larsen Architects with artist Ólafur Elíasson. Its kaleidoscopic glass façade is a landmark on the harbour. Even without a ticket, the building is worth visiting for its architecture, harbour views, and on-site dining.
Location
Austurbakki 2, 101 Reykjavík
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