Reykjavik, Iceland

Iceland and Reykjavik in particular have extremely traditional ways of saying goodbye to the old year and hello to the next. Despite the long, chilly winter months, New Year's Eve celebrations are always held in an uplifting way across the nation. This place is a good match for those who want to have a chill and cultured New Year's Eve, and with its uniqueness, the city is still among the best New Year's Eve destinations in Europe.

People in Reykjavik usually stay with their families in the early evening after heading out to watch the bonfires. There are lots of bonfires all over the city as this is one of the city's customs to celebrate New Year's Eve. Ægissíða Street is the place with the most impressive bonfires in the entire city, therefore, both visitors and locals gather here to enjoy the festive atmosphere. Going around the city in a "bonfire hunt" is also a fun activity that many people love to do.

After watching the bonfires, most people return home to spend the rest of the night with their families. Others got o bars and take part in some other activities to wait for the firework display. If you want to spend the last day like a local, turn on your room's TV, or go to a pub with a TV to watch Iceland's New Year’s Comedy which includes short sketches summarizing the year and going on until the new year comes. And finally - the fireworks will be set off across Reykjavik. Go to the Sun Voyager, Harpa Concert Hall, or Tjörnin Lake to have the best views of the fireworks.