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Viðey Ferry – Skarfabakki

Ferry departure at Skarfabakki pier, about 5-10 min. drive from the city center. Bus nr. 16 goes directly from Hlemmur Square bus terminal. Viðey Island is a unique place that combines history, art and nature. It is only a few minutes away from the city by boat and is well known for its tranquillity and the […]

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    Friday, March 10, 2017

    Ferry departure at Skarfabakki pier, about 5-10 min. drive from the city center. Bus nr. 16 goes directly from Hlemmur Square bus terminal.

    Viðey Island is a unique place that combines history, art and nature. It is only a few minutes away from the city by boat and is well known for its tranquillity and the spirit of bygone centuries.

    On Viðey you can enjoy all the unspoiled nature reigns which has a unique place in Icelandic history. Birdlife abounds on the island, while out­stand­ing works of modern art also make their mark. Gallery Restaurant/Café is open to all visitors, where you are able to buy refreshments in one of Icelands oldest houses and the first stonehouse built. Other noteworthy attention points are Viðey Church, Viðeyjarnaust Cabin, the Old School House and the Water Reservoir.

    During the sum­mer there are daily ferry depart­ures from Skarfabakki pier, Harpa Concert Hall and Ægisgarður pier. During win­ter the ferry runs on Saturdays and Sundays from Skarfabakki to Viðey.

    1 October – 14 May

    Winter departures: Saturdays and Sundays 13:15, 14:15 and 15:15
    Winter return ferry: Saturdays and Sundays 14:30, 15:30 and 16:30

    15 May – 30 September

    Summer departures: Everyday at  10:15, 11:15, 12:15, 13:15, 14:15, 15:15, 16:15, 17:15
    Summer return ferry: Everyday at 10:30, 11:30, 12:30, 13:30, 14:30, 15:30, 16:30, 17:30, 18:30

    WHAT’S INCLUDED?

    Return tickets
    Ferry from Skarfabakki to Viðey
    Return ferry can be to any of the three harbours (in summer)

    Read more about Viðey here.

    Requirements

    • Sturdy footwear
    • Appropriate clothing

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