12 Tónar: Reykjavik's Melodic Haven

Getting There

• Car

  If you're driving from the town of Vik, take Route 1 (the Ring Road) heading northwest. Continue for approximately 140 km until you reach Reykjavík. As you approach the city, follow the signs for 'Miðborg' (city center). Once you reach the downtown area, look for Skólavörðustígur street. Turn left onto Skólavörðustígur and drive until you reach number 15, where 12 Tónar is located. There is street parking available near the store.

• Public Transportation

  If you're using public transportation, take the Strætó bus number 51 from Vik to Reykjavík. The journey will take about 2 hours. Once you arrive at the main bus terminal in Reykjavík, you can either walk or take a local bus. For walking, head towards Hlemmur square, then continue onto Laugavegur street. After a few blocks, turn left onto Skólavörðustígur. Walk straight for about 5 minutes, and you will find 12 Tónar at number 15.

• Car

  From the Blue Lagoon, take Route 43 towards Reykjanesbær and then merge onto Route 41 heading to Reykjavík. Continue on Route 41 until you reach the city, and follow the signs for 'Miðborg'. Once in the city center, turn onto Skólavörðustígur and drive until you see number 15. Parking is available nearby.

• Public Transportation

  If you are coming from the Blue Lagoon, take the bus to Reykjavík. You can catch a bus from the Blue Lagoon to the Reykjavík bus terminal. Once you arrive, follow the directions for walking provided earlier to get to 12 Tónar on Skólavörðustígur.