Museums & galleries
Einar Jónsson Museum
About the Museum
The Einar Jónsson Museum is dedicated to the work of Einar Jónsson, one of Iceland's leading sculptors. The site includes the artist's former home and studio alongside an adjoining sculpture garden. Visitors come to view his plaster and bronze sculptures depicting mythological and symbolic subjects, view the preserved top-floor living quarters, and walk among the outdoor statues.
Getting There
From downtown Reykjavík, the museum is a 5- to 10-minute walk uphill toward Skólavörðuholt. It sits directly opposite Hallgrímskirkja, making it easy to reach on foot from most central locations.
Time to Allow
Plan for 1 to 1.5 hours. This allows sufficient time to tour the indoor exhibition galleries, visit the living quarters, and explore the garden.
When to Go
The site does not typically suffer from heavy crowds, allowing for a quiet visit at any time of day. Visiting in daylight hours is ideal to clearly view the outdoor garden installations.
Nearby Attractions
Its central location allows easy combination with other nearby sites:
- Hallgrímskirkja (0.1km): Directly across the street.
- National Gallery of Iceland (0.6km): Located a short walk downhill toward the city pond.
- Fríkirkjan í Reykjavík (0.6km): Situated along the eastern edge of Lake Tjörnin.
- National Theatre of Iceland (0.6km): A short walk into the historic city center.
Updated September 8, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors
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