Heres everything you gotta know to plan a trip to Reykjavik.

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Iceland is synonymous with adventure and unforgettable views.

Other items to add to your Reykjavik travel schedule?

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Fireworks at night in Reykjavik, Iceland.Credit:Arctic-Images/Getty Images

Spotting the northern lights and participating in the famous New Years Eve celebrations.

Hotel Borg

History meets classic luxury atHotel Borg.

Room categories range from singles to the two-floor tower suite outfitted with panoramic views.

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Luxurious comfort from The Reykjavik EDITION’s rooms.Nikolas Koenig/Courtesy of The Reykjavik EDITION

Things to Do

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Book a walking food tour.

A walking food tour is at the top of the must-do list for both Gubjornsdottir and Petursson.

Spend a morning at a geothermal swimming pool.

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Aerial sunset view of Hallgrímskirkja in Reykjavik.Kevin Pages/iStockphoto/Getty Images

Popular Reykjavik swimming pools includeSundhollin,Laugardalslaug, andVesturbaejarlaug.

Visit Hallgrimskirkja, the largest church in Iceland.

The view from the top is fantastic on a clear day.

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A view of the Hallgrímskirkja from downtown Reykjavik.tapanuth/Getty Images

Its the perfect spot to get a sense of the citys layout and natural surroundings, says Petursson.

Stroll through the Elliardalur Valley.

Experience FlyOver Iceland.

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Íslenski Barinn, The Icelandic Bar, a popular restaurant serving traditional Icelandic meals.Courtesy of Inslenski Barinn

Best Shopping

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66North

Didnt bring the right jacket for the Icelandic weather?

Petursson recommends66Northif you need outerwear or nice gifts.

Locals and tourists alike frequent the place, and their happy hour is great, she adds.

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Aurora borealis over Hallgrímskirkja church at night.Eloi_Omella/Getty Images

The menu is tightly curated and takes inspiration from Icelandic ingredients and Japanese and Italian flavors.

It’s also less crowded compared to our summer months and therefore less expensive.

The airport is not here, warns Petursson, and not even close, really.

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A view of Reykjavik Airport, seen from the plane.Edwin Tan/iStockphoto/Getty Images

Hopp scooters are also widely used by both tourists and locals.

Costs will vary by ride, as there is an unlocking cost as well as a per-minute fee.

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A tourist walking through the streets of Reykjavik.Anastasiia Shavshyna/Getty Images