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Family visit to The Nordic House

Practical tips for exploring Reykjavík's cultural hub with your children.

The Nordic House offers a unique environment for families to experience art, design, and cultural programming in a landmark building by Alvar Aalto. We recommend checking the official website before your visit to confirm current family-oriented activities and building policies.

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Visiting The Nordic House with children

The Nordic House offers a permanent children's library and regular free family activities including workshops and story times.

The Nordic House provides an accessible environment where families can engage with Nordic literature and creative programming. Visitors will find a dedicated children's library equipped with a diverse collection of books and space for interactive play. The institution hosts various workshops, story times, and sessions focused on music and crafts, allowing children to participate in a range of sensory and educational experiences during their time in Reykjavík.

Family highlights

Permanent children's library with Nordic books
Regular free workshops, story times, and Family Wednesdays
Free access to exhibitions and family events
Accessible facilities for families with babies

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What children can see and do

Families can use the children's library, which features Nordic children's books and space for play. Regular events include story times, craft workshops, and play sessions involving costumes and music.

Practical information

Entry to the children's library and Nordic House-organized family events is free. The building is accessible via lift for wheelchair users, and there are facilities for families with babies, including an accessible toilet on the main floor.

Family Activities at The Nordic House

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The Nordic House in Reykjavik welcomes families with a variety of engaging resources designed to encourage creativity and play. Visitors can enjoy the dedicated children’s library and participate in recurring family programming, which includes craft sessions and interactive play opportunities. These spaces and events are provided free of charge, offering flexible options for all guests.

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Children’s Library

Free

The children’s library is a permanent space filled with Nordic children’s books and serves as a venue for exhibitions, play, and creative activities during library hours.

Practical information: Open to families during normal library hours; entry is free.

Family program

Family Wednesdays

Free

Family Wednesdays and other regular events offer activities such as crafts, music, sensory play, reading, costumes, and play structures.

Practical information: Some instructor-led events may require registration, while drop-in craft workshops are provided without charge.

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