Development at the Reykjavík Family Park & Zoo
Description of the action and objectives
Green Deal action
Construction of a new seal pool and service facilities at the Reykjavík Family Park & Zoo. The development has a focus on enhancing animal welfare and improving educational facilities.
Implementation period
Planned completion in the first half of 2025
Status: In progress
Status report on January 1, 2024
The status remains unchanged from the previous status report. The City Executive Council has decided to postpone the construction of the new seal pool and service building at the Reykjavík Family Park & Zoo indefinitely.
Older status reports
| Timing | Progress description |
| July 2023 |
The City Executive Council has decided to postpone the construction of the new seal pool and service building at the Reykjavík Family Park & Zoo indefinitely. |
| January 2023 | Work has begun on a preparing a new seal pool and preparations are underway to improve staff facilities in the park. |
| July 2022 | Work has begun on a new seal pool and preparations are underway to improve the working conditions in the park. |
Related actions
| Action name | Completion | Departments |
|---|---|---|
| Design contest for changes at Laugardalslaug | 2026 | Department of Culture & Sport |
| Recreation website Frístund.is | 2024 | Department of Culture & Sport |
| Renewal of the indoor pool at Sundhöll | 2026 | Department of Culture & Sport |
| Dalslaug is in full operation and a new slide is under construction | 2023 | Department of Culture & Sport |
| Development of Ski Resorts | 2026 | Department of Culture & Sport |
| Development at the Reykjavík Family Park & Zoo | 2025 | Department of Culture & Sport |
| Information and promotional activities of the Department of Sports & Leisure | 2023 | Department of Culture & Sport |
| Free swimming for primary school children and younger | 2022 | Department of Culture & Sport |
| Recreation Card increase | 2022 | Department of Culture & Sport |
A City for People
- 1. For All of Us | The Green Deal Residents' well-being and the feeling of belonging in Reykjavík.
- 2. Let Dreams Come True | The Green Deal Children and adolescents let their dreams come true.
- 3. Culture and arts will be integrated into city life | Green Deal Everyone has equal opportunities to participate in and enjoy culture and arts.
- 4. Sports for all | Green Deal Most people regularly engage in sports or other physical activities.
- 5. Improved public health | Green Deal A health-promoting, sustainable, and diverse community.
- 6. Human rights, increased participation, and improved conversations with residents | Green Deal Residents have the opportunity to work with the City to improve their quality of life.