Grafarvogur Travel Guide
Reykjavik
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Popular places to visit

Reykjavik Harbour
Once a maritime and fishing precinct, the Old Harbour now buzzes with restaurants, cafés and tour boat operators.

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.

University of Iceland
Walk around the campus at University of Iceland as part of your travels around Reykjavik. Discover the lively bars and great live music in this culturally rich area.
Things to do

Whale Watching Tour with Professional Guide from Reykjavik

Sky Lagoon Geothermal Spa Experience including Admission and Transfers

Sky Lagoon Admission Including Transfer

Golden Circle, Kerid Crater & Blue Lagoon Admission Tickets

Reykjavik: Magic Ice Bar Entrance and Welcome Drink

Whale-Watching Cruise from Reykjavík
Top hotels in Grafarvogur

Reykjavik Domes
Reviewed on 11 Jul 2025

Fosshotel Reykjavik
Reviewed on 30 Jul 2025

CityHub Reykjavik
Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025

Hotel Reykjavík Grand
Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025

KEX Hostel and Hotel Reykjavik
Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025

Alda Hotel Reykjavik
Reviewed on 1 Aug 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Grafarvogur

Hús
While Hús isn't home to many top sights, Árbær Open Air Museum and Arbaejarlaug are some notable places to visit nearby.

Grafarholt
Grafarholt might not have many top sights, but Arbaejarlaug and Árbær Open Air Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Árbær
While visiting Árbær, you might make a stop by sights like Reykjavik City Museums and Arbaejarlaug.

Laugardalur
Laugardalur is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool or Laugavegur.

Heimar
While Heimar isn't home to many top sights, Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool and Grasagardur Botanical Garden are some notable places to visit nearby.

Bakkar
While Bakkar may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Árbær Open Air Museum and Arbaejarlaug.
- Reykjavik Harbour
- Laugavegur
- Harpa
- Thingvellir National Park
- Hallgrimskirkja
- Reykjavik City Hall
- Sky Lagoon
- Perlan
- National Museum of Iceland
- Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool
- Viking Village
- Skalafell Ski Area
- Elding Reykjavik Whale Watching
- Reykjavik City Museums
- Grotta Lighthouse
- Geothermal Area of Krysuvik
- Reykjadalur Valley
- Landakotskirkja
- Nesjavellir
- Reykjavik Free Church
- Nautholsvik Geothermal Beach
- Oskjuhlid Hill
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