Downtown Reykjavik Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit

Laugavegur
Brightly colored shopfronts spill into the street and add atmosphere to the sidewalk dining areas and designer stores of Reykjavík’s main downtown shopping strip.

Harpa
The sculptural glass façade of Reykjavík’s premier concert hall and conference center shines over the harbor, reflecting the water and the city’s energy.

Hallgrimskirkja
With its magnificent tower, this church is one of Reykjavík’s most famous landmarks, dominating the skyline and serving as a useful compass point.

Reykjavik City Hall
The dynamic architectural design and picturesque location of this modern civic building near the Tjörnin lakeside has made it a landmark in downtown Reykjavík.

Reykjavik Pond
Explore the great outdoors at Reykjavik Pond, a lovely green space in Reykjavik. Discover the lively bars and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.

Reykjavík Cathedral
This humble church is Reykjavík’s oldest. It holds great historical importance as both the center of Iceland’s Lutheran faith and the birthplace of independence.
Things to do

Lava Show Reykjavik Admission Ticket - Optional Premium Upgrade

Sky Lagoon Admission Including Transfer

Sky Lagoon Entrance Ticket Including 7-Step Ritual

Whale Watching Tour with Professional Guide from Reykjavik

Whale Watching Cruise on a Yacht in Reykjavik

Small Group Northern Lights Tour
Top hotels in Downtown Reykjavik

CityHub Reykjavik
I usually don't go for Hostels but this one was exceptionally good! The pods were small but just right for sleeping with good storage for a small space. I liked how the rooms were private and you could control the AC/lighting. The bathrooms were clean and safe (private stalls for both shower and ...
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026

Exeter Hotel
This hotel is a hub of activity for locals, not just visitors to Iceland. The restaurant and bar are frequented by a mixed crowd. Monday and Friday nights feature live jazz music with no cover charge. The hotel is well situated to the harbour's activities that are a reasonable walk, within a few ...
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026

The Reykjavik EDITION
The staff was amazing, the lobby beautiful, the room well appointed. The spa hot tub was dangerous: There is a pool ladder that was falling apart (the top step was loose, the rails when I grabbed them came up out of the stone they were mounted in!). The first step of stone was almost knee height ...
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026

Fosshotel Barón
Good for family
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026

Hotel Reykjavik Saga
Centrally located but quiet. Nice upscale hotel for our 3 day short holiday. I highly recommend it.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026

Reykjavik Residence Apartment Hotel
Hotel lejligheden ligger i et utroligt roligt kvarter samt utroligt central til ALT i Reykjavik. Alt var super tilfredstillende og vil på det varmeste anbefale dette. ps. husk at besøge vinbaren PORT 9 som ligger i samme bygning.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Reykjavik

Norðurmýri
While Norðurmýri may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Reykjavik Harbour and Hallgrimskirkja.

Tún
If you're spending some time in Tún, Laugavegur and Hofdi House are top sights worth seeing.

Holt
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Holt and surrounding area, you can visit Reykjavik Harbour and Laugavegur.

Vesturbær
The abundant dining options and waterfront views are top of the list for many visitors to Vesturbær. A stop by Reykjavik Harbour or Landakotskirkja might round out your trip.

Grandar
Grandar might not have many top sights, but Reykjavik Harbour and Aurora Reykjavík Northern Lights Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Hlíðar
Though Hlíðar may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Reykjavik Harbour and Perlan.
Downtown Reykjavik Travel Guide
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