Reykjavík
Reykjavík Pride in August is the friendliest in the world. The rest of the year it is bars on Laugavegur and hot springs.
- Country
- Iceland
- Scene
- Real scene
- Same-sex activity
- Legal
- Recognition
- Same-sex marriage
- Best time
- August
- Where
- Laugavegur
The scene
- Where Laugavegur
- The vibe Pride · Nature
- Best time August
A proper local scene: several gay bars, a club night or two, a Pride and a community that shows up. Worth a night out whenever you are in town, and a trip on Pride weekend.
Advice Go out. Time your visit for Pride or a big club night and you will not be bored.
Coming up
Nothing listed for Reykjavík yet. The calendar updates monthly.
Questions people ask
Is Reykjavík gay-friendly?
Yes. Iceland is Tier 1, free and accepted, on our country ranking. Reykjavík Pride in August is the friendliest in the world. The rest of the year it is bars on Laugavegur and hot springs.
Where do gay men go out in Reykjavík?
The scene sits around Laugavegur. A proper local scene: several gay bars, a club night or two, a Pride and a community that shows up. Worth a night out whenever you are in town, and a trip on Pride weekend. Best time: August.
When is the best time to visit Reykjavík?
August. That is when the calendar peaks: Pride, the big parties or simply the weather. Check the events on this page for exact dates.
Method
The scene rating says how much there is to do: real scene means gay bars, club nights and a pride worth the trip. Safety comes from the Iceland country page, tiered on ILGA World, Human Rights Watch, the Human Dignity Trust, Equaldex and court rulings. Ratings come from our editors and club members who were just there. How we rate. Last reviewed September 2026.