Reykjavík Mosque 🇮🇸

Located in the Ármúli district of Reykjavík, Iceland, the Reykjavík Mosque (Moskan í Reykjavík) serves as a vital mosque and community space for local Muslims. Opened in 2002 by the Muslim Association of Iceland, this location provides a welcoming environment where people from all walks of life—from North African laborers to U.S. businessmen—can pray side by side. Visiting gives you a unique look into Iceland's multicultural community and the history of Islam in the region.

Inside, you can see elements added by community members over the years, such as a new wooden altar crafted in January 2009. The space hosts daily prayers from Fajr to Isha, as well as weekly Friday prayers. Depending on when you visit, the mosque also hosts Quran lessons for children on Sundays, meetings focused on various topics for Muslims in Iceland, and special events during Ramadan, such as Saturday dinners accompanied by motivational lectures.

It stands as an important, open cultural hub in Reykjavík's evolving religious landscape.

What to see at Reykjavík Mosque

• Located in the Ármúli district of Reykjavík
• Opened in 2002 by the Muslim Association of Iceland
• Features a custom wooden altar built by members in 2009
• Offers daily prayers from Fajr to Isha and weekly Friday prayers

Visiting tips

If you visit on a Sunday, be aware that the space hosts Quran lessons for children of different ages.

How long: 1-2 hours · Best time: Friday prayers or Sunday

How to get there & what’s nearby

Reykjavík Mosque is easy to reach on Reykjavík’s public transport, and pairs naturally with Hallgrímskirkja and Icelandic Phallological Museum. For where to stay, the weather and full itineraries, see our Reykjavík travel guide.