Árbær Travel Guide
Reykjavik





Popular places to visit

Árbær Open Air Museum
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Árbær Open Air Museum during your travels in Reykjavik. Discover the fascinating museums in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.

Reykjavik Harbour
Explore the waterfront in Reykjavik with a trip to Reykjavik Harbour. Discover the lively bars and great live music in this culturally rich area.

Laugavegur
During your trip to Reykjavik, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Laugavegur. Discover the charming cafes in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.

Harpa
You can enjoy a show at Harpa during your trip to Reykjavik. Visit the shops and lively bars in this culturally rich area.

Hallgrimskirkja
Learn about the local history of Reykjavik with a stop at Hallgrimskirkja. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and shops in this walkable area.

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.
Top hotels in Árbær

Fosshotel Reykjavik
Everyone was very helpful and accommodating.
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025

The Reykjavik EDITION
Quiet Luxury… unforgettable style! Delicious food in restaurant. Crystal clean. Staff is nice, fast and always ready to help. I’ll definitely come back in summer and bring my friends and coworkers.
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025

Alda Hotel Reykjavik
Great location
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025

Center Hotels Plaza
This was an excellent property in the heart of it all and very convenient.
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025

Grandi by Center Hotels
Lovely hotel. Staff were all friendly and helpful. Rooms are lovely. Spa was a fabulous addition which we loved using.
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025

CityHub Reykjavik
I really enjoyed my stay at CityHub Reykjavik. The rooms were cozy, modern, and super comfortable, and it was the perfect place to relax after a full day of exploring the city. The staff were kind and welcoming, which made the experience even better. I’d definitely stay here again. Highly ...
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Árbær

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

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 Sundlaugin Versolum Swimming Pool.

Breidholt
While there might not be top attractions in Breidholt, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Árbær Open Air Museum and Sundlaugin Versolum Swimming Pool.

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

Grafarvogur
While Grafarvogur 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 Reykjavik Harbour.

Heimar
While Heimar isn't home to many top sights, Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool and Grasagardur Botanical Garden are some notable places to visit nearby.
Árbær Travel Guide
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- More trip options
- Árbær Open Air Museum
- Reykjavik Harbour
- Laugavegur
- Harpa
- Reykjavik City Hall
- Sky Lagoon
- Perlan
- Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool
- Iceland Phallological Museum
- National Museum of Iceland
- Reykjavik Pond
- Reykjavik University
- Elding Reykjavik Whale Watching
- Reykjadalur Valley
- Grotta Lighthouse
- Nesjavellir
- Reykjavik City Museums
- Reykjavik Free Church
- Landakotskirkja
- Aurora Reykjavík Northern Lights Center
- Lava Tunnel
