Harpa Concert Hall & Conference Centre
28,000 sqm
Indoor Space
1,800
Plenary Capacity
540
Banquet Capacity
17
Breakout Rooms
2
Exhibition Halls
About this Venue
Harpa Concert Hall & Conference Centre is a prominent cultural and architectural landmark located on the waterfront in Reykjavík, Iceland. Opened in 2011, it serves as a versatile venue for concerts, conferences, exhibitions, and various cultural events. Designed by Henning Larsen Architects in collaboration with Danish-Icelandic artist Olafur Eliasson, its distinctive glass facade, inspired by Iceland's basalt landscape, reflects the surrounding city, sea, and sky. Harpa is home to the Iceland Symphony Orchestra and the Icelandic Opera, and is recognized for its world-class acoustics and state-of-the-art facilities, making it a leading destination for both arts and international business events.
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Venue at a Glance
Venue Type
Convention Centre
City
Reykjavík
Country
IS
Total Indoor Space
28,000 sqm
Max Plenary
1,800
Max Banquet
540
Breakout Rooms
17
Exhibition Halls
2
Airport Distance
45 min
Accessibility
70/10
Full Address
Austurbakki 2, Reykjavík, 101, IS
Event Spaces & Rooms
20 configurable spaces
| Space Name | Type | Theatre | Classroom | Banquet | Reception | Area |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eldborg | Concert Hall | — | — | — | — | — |
| Silfurberg | Conference Hall | — | — | — | — | — |
| Norðurljós | Recital Hall | — | — | — | — | — |
| Kaldalón | Auditorium | — | — | — | — | — |
| Ríma | Meeting Hall | — | — | — | — | — |
| Vísa | Meeting Room | — | — | — | — | — |
| Stemma | Meeting Room | — | — | — | — | — |
| Nes | Meeting Room | — | — | — | — | — |
| Vík | Meeting Room | — | — | — | — | — |
| Vör | Meeting Room | — | — | — | — | — |
| Sund | Meeting Room | — | — | — | — | — |
| Björtuloft | Reception Hall | — | — | — | — | — |
| Háaloft | Reception Hall | — | — | — | — | — |
| Flói | Open Space | — | — | — | — | — |
| Eyri | Open Space | — | — | — | — | — |
| Norðurbryggja | Open Space | — | — | — | — | — |
| Þríund | Meeting Room | — | — | — | — | — |
| Ferund | Meeting Room | — | — | — | — | — |
| Fimmund | Meeting Room | — | — | — | — | — |
| Hörpuhorn | Open Space | — | — | — | — | — |
Sustainability
Harpa is a CO2-neutral building, utilizing Iceland's renewable hydroelectric and geothermal energy resources. Its glass facade is designed to reduce lighting costs and leverage natural light. The venue sources pure drinking water from natural springs and implements comprehensive waste sorting, aiming for 75% recyclable waste. Harpa has significantly reduced disposable battery use and introduced sustainability requirements for suppliers. Energy-saving initiatives include optimized ventilation systems and a major shift to LED lighting. The center also offers carbon offsetting options for events and business travel, encourages eco-friendly commuting among staff, and uses Nordic Swan ecolabel certified cleaning agents.
Certifications
Notable Past Events
21 events hosted
Subvention & Funding Support
Harpa Concert Hall and Conference Centre is owned by the Icelandic state (54%) and the City of Reykjavík (46%). The Icelandic government and the Reykjavik municipality funded the completion of the construction after the 2008 financial crisis. The goal of its operation is to promote Icelandic musical and cultural life, strengthen Iceland's position in conferences and tourism, and foster a vibrant city center.
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Quick Facts
- Airport
- 45 min drive
- Exhibition Halls
- 2
- Breakout Rooms
- 17
- Indoor Space
- 28,000 sqm
Contact Information
Destination
Reykjavík, Iceland
Europe — Northern Europe
View destination profileData Quality
Bronze
Last Verified
5 Apr 2026