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Sun Voyager
Elegant steel dream-boat sculpture on Reykjavík’s waterfront with spectacular views across Faxaflói towards Mount Esja.
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About Sun Voyager
Sun Voyager was designed by Icelandic artist Jón Gunnar Árnason. Although commonly described as a Viking ship, the artist conceived it as a dream boat and ode to the sun, representing hope, freedom and undiscovered territory. Its waterfront location provides one of Reykjavík’s classic views towards Faxaflói and Mount Esja.
Our practical tips
✓It is not technically a Viking ship — Jón Gunnar Árnason described it as a dream boat and ode to the sun.
✓Sunrise and sunset can produce brilliant light across the water.
✓Walk here from Harpa along Sæbraut rather than driving between the two.
