A PERFECT DAY

Do

One of Iceland’s finest art venues, the National Gallery inhabits a former factory in Reykjavik’s picturesque harbour area. Its prestigious collection is centred on 19th and 20th-century Icelandic art – classic works by national legends like Asgrimur Jonsson as well as more avant-garde pieces – plus international art from the likes of Pablo Picasso and Richard Serra. listasafn.is

Drink

Reykjavik is renowned for its boisterous drinking culture, but there are plenty of sophisticated places to enjoy a decent drink and a more intimate tete-a-tete. One such spot is the fairly new Skúli Craft Bar which, as the name suggests, offers a fine selection of craft beers, including 12 on tap, from an array of local and global micro-breweries. Choose from IPAs, wheat beers and frothy lagers and settle into the welcoming, wood-heavy interior. Tasting menus are also available. facebook.com/skulicraft

Eat

Reykjavik offers pretty much every kind of dining experience, from budget burgers to haute cuisine that costs an arm and a couple of legs; but for a classy all-rounder look no further than Snaps. The venue’s upbeat ambience and friendly service have made it popular with locals as well as tourists, as has the broad but satisfying menu of international classics – Danish-style open sandwiches, moules frites, a local catch of the day – and decent wine and cocktail lists. The weekend brunch is worth arriving early for, and its location close to the National Theatre, Icelandic Opera and excellent bars make it an ideal meeting point for early-evening drinks as well as dinner. (snaps.is)