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 top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theatre scene in this walkable 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 top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
University of Iceland
Walk around the campus at University of Iceland as part of your travels around Reykjavik. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this walkable area.
Hallgrimskirkja
Learn about the local history of Reykjavik with a stop at Hallgrimskirkja. Discover the great live music and shops in this walkable area.
Top hotels in Árbær
Center Hotels Plaza
Room was spotless and well maintained. Hotel was excellently situated centrally for all restaurants, pubs and shops. Breakfast was excellent.
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Grandi by Center Hotels
We had a great stay! Our room was spacious and just what we needed as a family of 4 when coming back each evening after travelling Reykjavík and surrounding areas. Staff were always friendly and helpful. We had a really great stay and wouldn’t hesitate to stay again.
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
The Reykjavik EDITION
The hotel was very clean and the staff was friendly. Great hospitality
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Center Hotels Laugavegur
Staff were so friendly and helpful. Room was clean and bathroom was really nicely done. Breakfast had some great options and made staying there really good value. Location was excellent, a lot of shops, restaurants and cafes nearby.
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026
Alda Hotel Reykjavik
The room was lovely and clean, the staff were so friendly and helpful and the overall facilities were great.
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Miðgarður by Center Hotels
Great location, helpful and friendly staff. large clean rooms. Also lovely little spa which you can order drinks to the Jacuzzi! Would recommend really enjoyed our stay.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Árbær
Grafarholt
Grafarholt might not have many top sights, but Arbaejarlaug and Árbær Open Air Museum 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 Arbaejarlaug.
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 Arbaejarlaug.
Hús
While Hús isn't home to many top sights, Árbær Open Air Museum and Arbaejarlaug 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.
