Norðurmýri Travel Guide
Reykjavik
Visit Norðurmýri
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.
University of Iceland
Walk around the campus at University of Iceland as part of your travels around Reykjavik. Discover the lively bars and acclaimed theatre scene in this culturally rich area.
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.
Things to do
Lava Show Reykjavik Admission Ticket - Optional Premium Upgrade
Sky Lagoon Admission Including Transfer
Sky Lagoon Entrance Ticket Including 7-Step Ritual
Northern Lights Yacht Cruise in Reykjavik
Whale Watching Tour with Professional Guide from Reykjavik
Whale Watching Cruise on a Yacht in Reykjavik
Top hotels in Norðurmýri
Fosshotel Raudara
Parking easy across street and room was clean
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Igdlo Guesthouse
Enjoyed my stay here. The hosts are very welcoming & helpful. Checkin is clear and also has Igdlo sign on building for easy find. Location is close to basically everything, and Bus 55, which saves over $25 round trip to KEF airport. The room and shared bathroom were always clean also. The rooms are ...
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Nordurey Guesthouse
Really disappointing. The listing explicitly said the room had a microwave and fridge in it. I got there to find not only did it NOT have that but it was a shared bathroom and kitchen as well. As a solo female traveller I didn't feel safe. The risk of leaving my food in a shared kitchen for 9 rooms ...
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
Hotel Reykjavík Grand
Breakfast was excellent! A wide variety accommodating every diet preference and delicious.
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
CityHub Reykjavik
The shared area was lovely. The fridge was a little full, but apart from that, everything else was great. The hot tub is a must! The reception team were also very kind and helpful.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Grandi by Center Hotels
Highly recommended
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Norðurmýri
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.
Downtown Reykjavik
If you're spending some time in Downtown Reykjavik, Hallgrimskirkja and National Theatre of Iceland are top sights worth seeing.
Tún
If you're spending some time in Tún, Laugavegur and Hofdi House are top sights worth seeing.
Hlíðar
Though Hlíðar may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Reykjavik Harbour and Perlan.
Teigar
While Teigar isn't home to many top sights, Reykjavik Harbour and Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool are some notable places to visit nearby.
Háaleiti
When in Háaleiti, you can plan a visit to Kringlan Shopping Mall and Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
