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Harpa Conference Centre And Concert Hall

Austurbakki 2, Reykjavik, Iceland, 101
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About us

Located on the harbour front, Harpa is one of Reykjavík’s most distinguished landmarks and a unique architectural achievement. The venue has won multiple awards including the European Union Price for Contemporary Architecture; Mies van der Rohe in 2013, as well as being selected “One of the Greatest Concert Halls of the New Millennium” by Gramophone Magazine and “Best Conference Venue in Europe in 2016” by the Business Destinations Magazine. We offer some of the most technologically advanced equipment available, and are capable of accommodating everything from large conventions, concerts and exhibitions to smaller banquets or meetings. From a quick coffee, to a hearty lunch or a wonderful a-la-carte experience, we can cater to all your needs. Harpa is truly a place for great inspiration and ideas and with so much to offer it is the perfect place for your upcoming event.

Venue Details

ChainIndependent / Other
BrandIndependent
Built2011
Renovated-
Total meeting space71,041 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms-
Venue typeConference center

Awards

Industry awards
USITT Architecture Award 2018 Best Meeting & Conference Centre in Europe 2016 – Business Destinations Local Favorite Award 2016 – The Culture Trip The Mies van der Rohe Award 2013 Best MICE Centre in Northern Europe 2012 Best public space 2012 – Arkitekturmassan Awards Civic Trust Award in Edinburgh out of more than 300 nominated projects 2012 Best Performance Space Design Award 2011 – Travel&Leisure Magazine Nominated as the Best Cultural Building of the World 2011 – World Architecture Festival, Barcelona Harpa Plaza – the Best Public Nordic Space 2011 – Arkitekturmessan in Gothenburgh Wayshowing – IIIDAwards 2011 Harpa one of the 10 best Concert Halls and Inspiring Structures of the Millennium – Gramophone magazine 2010 World Architecture Award 2010

Amenities

Room features and guest services
  • Internet access
  • View (mountain)
  • View (ocean or water)
  • View (urban)
Facilities
  • Onsite catering
  • Onsite gift shop
  • Onsite restaurant
  • Onsite security
  • Rental car service
  • Space (private)
  • Wheelchair accessible
Business services
  • AV capabilities
  • Business center
  • Video conference

Meeting rooms

Total meeting space
71,041 sq. ft.
Largest room
10,850.0 sq. ft.
Space (private)
Available
Meeting rooms
13
Second largest room
10,763.9 sq. ft.
Exhibit space
2,500 sq. ft.
Standing capacity
3,500
Seating capacity
1,800
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Meeting space

Name
Room size
Ceiling height
Maximum capacity
Banquet rounds
Theater
Classroom
Boardroom
Crescent rounds (Cabaret)
Eldborg – Main Hall
10,850.0 sq. ft.
137.8 x 78.7 sq. ft.
75.5 ft.
1800
-
1630
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Silfurberg AB - Conference Hall
7,911.5 sq. ft.
114.8 x 68.9 sq. ft.
26.2 ft.
840
540
840
528
-
400
Silfurberg A
3,842.7 sq. ft.
55.8 x 68.9 sq. ft.
26.2 ft.
325
240
325
240
-
192
Silfurberg B
3,842.7 sq. ft.
55.8 x 68.9 sq. ft.
26.2 ft.
325
240
325
252
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Norðurljós – Recital Hall
5,812.5 sq. ft.
88.6 x 65.6 sq. ft.
39.4 ft.
540
310
540
426
-
248
Kaldalon - Auditorium
2,131.3 sq. ft.
36.1 x 59.1 sq. ft.
26.2 ft.
195
-
195
193
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Björtuloft - Reception hall
4,305.6 sq. ft.
-
13.1 ft.
130
130
70
50
-
48
Háaloft - Reception Hall
1,883.7 sq. ft.
82.0 x 23.0 sq. ft.
13.1 ft.
100
48
70
60
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Ríma A/B - Meeting Room
1,453.1 sq. ft.
29.5 x 49.2 sq. ft.
12.5 ft.
130
90
130
120
-
72

Location

Getting Here

Distance from airport 23.55 mi
Parking in the area
Complimentary parking
Paid parking
Bus parking

Local Attractions

The Pearl
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A must-visit for any tourist, not only for the world-class museum but also for its incredible architecture, and amazing panoramic views of Reykjavik.
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Laugavegur
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Shopping
2 mins
Laugavegur is the primary commercial artery of downtown Reykjavík and one of the oldest shopping streets. Full with bars, restaurants and shops.
Sun Voyager
Sun Voyager
Historical landmark
2 mins
The Sun Voyager is a sculpture by Jón Gunnar Árnason, located next to Harpa. Sun Voyager is described as a dreamboat, or an ode to the Sun.
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Hallgrimskirkja Cathedral
Hallgrimskirkja Cathedral
Historical landmark
15 mins
Hallgrímskirkja is a Lutheran parish church in Reykjavík, Iceland. At 73 metres, it is the largest church in Iceland and the sixth tallest architectural structure in Iceland.
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Reykjavik Art Museum
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Reykjavik Art Museum is a dynamic and progressive scene which gives guests an opportunity to get to know diverse art.
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Keflavík airport
Keflavík airport
Airport
50 kms
The only international airport in Iceland is in Keflavik and is 45 minutes away from Reykjavik.
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