Cat Cafes in Iceland

Reykjavík, Capital Region

Kattakaffihúsið, located at Bergstaðastræti 10A, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland, proudly holds the title of Iceland’s first cat café, opening its doors on March 1, 2018, to offer a cozy haven where visitors can enjoy coffee, vegan sandwiches, and cakes alongside the soothing presence of adoptable cats. Founded by lifelong friends Gígja Sara Björnsson and Ragnheidur Birgisdóttir, this charming spot fulfills their dream of combining their love for cats and coffee, inspired by the global cat café phenomenon that began in Taiwan in 1998 and has since spread across Asia, the U.S., Canada, and Europe. Open daily from 10 AM to 6 PM, the café houses cats surrendered by locals, all neutered and vaccinated, providing a unique opportunity for guests to relax and potentially adopt a feline friend in a welcoming, home-like atmosphere. Nestled in Reykjavík’s vibrant city center near Hallgrimskirkja, Kattakaffihúsið blends Icelandic hospitality with a mission to support cat welfare, making it a must-visit for cat lovers and travelers seeking a purr-filled retreat.