Reykjavik
Reykjavik produced Sigur Rós, Of Monsters and Men, Björk, GusGus — the city's live music scene punches massively above its size. Húrra, Mengi, and Café Rosenberg are the most respected venues.
Oðinsgata · $$
Tryggvagata basement live music venue. Indie, electronica, jazz four nights a week.
Klapparstigur · $$
Experimental music venue with intimate concerts. Reykjavik's avant-garde music capital.
Hverfisgata · $$
Heritage live jazz venue. Two sets a night, world-class touring jazz musicians.
Skulagata · $$
Motorhead-themed rock bar with live rock and metal acts.
Laugavegur · $$
Hostel bar with live music three nights a week.
Tryggvagata · $$
Coen Brothers-themed bar with regular live music. White Russians.
Hverfisgata · $$
Indie music basement bar with late dance floor.
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Indie cinema with bar and weekly live music programme.
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Last reviewed April 30, 2026 by the barsforKings editorial team
Experimental music venue with intimate concerts. Reykjavik's avant-garde music capital.