Garðabær, Municipality in Capital Region, Iceland
Garðabær extends between Kópavogur and Hafnarfjörður districts, offering views toward Snæfellsjökull glacier and the mountains of Reykjanes Peninsula.
The settlement originated from two farms, Vífilsstaðir and Skúlastaðir, in the 9th century, with Vífilsstaðir named after a freed slave of Iceland's first settler.
The Museum of Design and Applied Art presents collections and exhibitions focusing on Icelandic design history from the early 20th century forward.
The town contains seven elementary schools, including Sjálandsskóli which houses the International School of Iceland, serving the educational needs of local families.
Álftaneslaug thermal pool features the only wave pool in Iceland and contains one of the largest water slides in the country.
Location: Garðabær
Website: http://www.gardabaer.is/
Website: http://gardabaer.is
GPS coordinates: 64.08803,-21.91940
Latest update: May 27, 2025 10:07
Perlan
4.6 km
Bessastaðir
4.2 km
Smáratorg Tower
2.5 km
Reykjavík Mosque
5.6 km
Hof Ásatrúarfélagsins
3.9 km
Nauthólsvík
3.7 km
Víkingsvöllur
4.6 km
Árbæjarsafn
6 km
Heidmork
7.9 km
Kópavogsvöllur
2.1 km
Nordic House
5.7 km
Búrfell
7.5 km
Helgafell
9.3 km
Hafnarborg
2.9 km
University of Iceland VR
5.9 km
Hafnarfjordur Free Church
2.7 km
Garðakirkja
3.8 km
Gálgahraun
2.5 km
Háteigskirkja
5.7 km
Saga Museum
4.6 km
Artificial geyser of Reykjavik
4.4 km
Hellisgerði
2.6 km
Bessastaðakirkja
4.3 km
Langholtskirkja
6.1 km
Fossvogskirkja
4.2 km
Hafnarfjörður
3.6 km
Phare de Hafnarfjörður
3.7 km
Icelandic tree of the year 2019
5.4 kmReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes