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Iceland - Reykjavík

Skólavörðustígur Rainbow Street

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A colourful street in downtown Reykjavík that leads straight to Hallgrímskirkja. Painted for Reykjavík Pride and now a year round symbol of inclusivity in the city. Shops, galleries and cafés line the walk. 🌈☕️

Address: Skólavörðustígur 101, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland

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Why go
It is a vibrant photo spot with the church as a backdrop and a good place to browse local stores.
Vibe
Vibrant. Artistic.
Tips
I recommend a walk up to the church, stopping for coffee and small boutiques along the way.

About @thebritishexplorer

Hey! I’m Jonny 👋🏼 My passion in life is traveling and exploring as much of the world as possible. I have explored various countries around the world, though one of my all-time favourite destinations has to be Iceland. I have been to Iceland 3 times, one of which was on a cruise. I want to ensure that you visit the most breathtaking sights that Iceland has to offer and come back with incredible memories that you will cherish forever.

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