Church of Hallgrímur

Church of Hallgrímur is a church Miðborg Reykjavik located in Iceland.

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    +354 510 1000

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    hallgrimskirkja.is

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    HallgrimskirkjainReykjavik

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    Church

Address

Hallgrímstorg 1 101 Reykjavik Iceland

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Lisa Starbucks

It's a very iconic architecture . Take the lift up to the top to see the beautiful view . From there you'll actually see how colourful the houses are.

Jess Naldo

Visit the top for less than $10 USD! See as far out towards the ocean and get a 360-degree view including mountains , glaciers, the country , etc.

LukaSH

The moste religious spaceship in the world! You gotta love the architecture and views from the tower!

Tom

Free to enter if service is not in progress. It cost 1000 ISK to take the elevator to the top of the tower for stunning views of the city .

Michal Hanisch

Amazing architecture of this church :-). You can visit also the tower from which si great view on whole Reykjavik. 1000 ISK/person. Lift available.

Onur Cilsal

Its architecture is extraordinary, 78 meters high but not that impressive. Inside there is a huge organ , (5275 pipes) . When you are already in reykjavik go and see.

Adam Molyneux-Berry

Stunning, minimalist church . Well worth a quick visit, especially in Winter when the bleak, snowy conditions make it stand out so much more.

MV

Beautiful building inspired by basaltic rocks from volcano eruptions. It's huge, a landmark you can see from different parts of the city .

Marie

Beautiful understated Lutheran church . Pay the $10 and go up to the 8th floor for awesome 360° views of colourful downtown Reykjavík.

Luke Warmdog

Come for the architecture , the views from the tower, the exhibitions or just a quiet moment of reflection.

Dan Castellano

The landmark structure in Reykjavík , take the elevator to the viewing tower for a 360 degree view of the entire city

Kristee Song

So cute , but ~$10USD admission fee. They take USD. Beautiful cathedral and view ; reminds me of campanile at UCBerkeley! Cloudy in June though

Andrew

The views from the top is great - but - remember the bell rings from time to time so hold on to your camera !

Majed Alashari

The iconic mark of Reykjavík. Good to have a picture with it.

Julie L

A must to visit when in Reykjavik. Entry is free and worth a visit for the minimalist interior

Joffrey Lacour

Incredible church shaped like a spaceship, overlooking Reykjavík. A must-see!

Marceli Lada

If You have press ID, You can go up to the tower for free. Great Reykjavik panorama. Organ live concert is a must to hear!

Darryl Ellson

900Kr to take the lift to the top. (Two flights of steps after the lift too). Be prepared to queue as there is only one lift and it only holds 6 at a time

Staci Stevens

$9 usd to ride elevator and short climb to the top. I visited in February, which is offseason, and waited less than ten minutes before catching the elevator . Buy ticket in gift shop .

Thiago Maia

What an amazing design this building has and a great view of the city from the tower,make sure you go up there.

Ian Everhart

Check out services each week: Sundays at 11:00 a.m., and Thursdays at 12:05 p.m.

Fred Byrne

Good place to go and see. Free entry but you have to pay to go up the tower. Worth it though for the views

Arjun Ram

Go when it’s sunny. Gives you a very different perspective. Also walk down the hill and take a pic of the church with the rainbow painted street!

Leonidas M.

Majestic..one of the greatest buildings in North Europe and the greatest in Reyjkavik for sure ! Go there !

European Parliament

At 74.5 meters, you would have been able to see all the activities of Reykjavik's year as European Capital of Culture in 2000 from the tower of this church and sometime concert hall . Read more

Erick Kjellevold

Worth a look. The interior of the church is impressive, but you should definitely buy a ticket to the elevator that takes you to the top of the tower.

Benjamin Doyle

saw the organ player practicing, tickets are in gift shop , elevator to top is by front door. 360° views of Reykjavik!

Jack Liu

The inside of the church is pretty bare if you are used to the ornate European churches

Joe Messina

Beautiful church . You can explore for free, but they charge to visit the bell tower/observation deck. Not much up there but nice views . the bell rings it will scare the bejeezus out of you!

Belfast Biker

You can go up the lift without buying ticket, no-one blooming checks tickets at the top.

noskos

Must see place in Reykjavik. Beautiful example of modern architecture .

Cathrine Johansen

It's a pretty special church , the design is awesome. You need to check it out and take some photos. Didn't go inside. Next time.

Derek Gaskins

Amazing sound from the organ , and the prettiest building in the city !

Victoria Wong

The viewing deck admission fee is well worth the breathtaking views of the city

Katie Berger Folmar

It is an incredible sight! We were there at 10:15 pm and it was beautiful

MV

You can purchase a ticket to go up to the tower and have a nice scenic view of Reykjavík and surroundings

Kathryn Lepage

Amazing church both outside and inside ... And the trip upstairs to te panoramic view of the city was worth it!!! :)

Michelin Travel & Lifestyle

Watch the annual Áramótaskaup (comedy special) or mass at the Cathedral before a bonfire party at Hallgrímskirkja or Perlan. – Green Guide Editor

Sravanti Tekumalla

Come here for the view at the top and the beautiful organ inside the church .

Jason

Beautiful, amazing architecture ! Also don't be a jerk, dont sneak onto the elevator without paying. Icelandic Jesus is watching you!

Rafael Marin

Impressive architecture . It's the tallest building in Iceland . It's worth a visit.

John L.

Pretty spartan interior with the exception of the organ pipes , which are pretty spectacular!

Eric Andersen

Buy a ticket to ride the elevator to the Tower — and enjoy the magnificent views of Reykavik!

William Mon

Very austere church . Worth making your way up the tower to see the view over the city .

Derek Gaskins

Amazing building with rich history organ player was brilliant.

Carlis Lollie

Beautiful church in the heart of Reykjavík.

François

This church is huge and so peaceful . Right in the center of Reykjavik, it's a must see

Rob

Should definitely take the elevator up for some nice views of the city .

Peter

A landmark in Reykjavik. Remarkable architecture . Go visit the top and enjoy the view .

Nur Öksüz Aydın

This church is the highest building in Iceland . Inside of the church was very basic.