Downtown Reykjavik Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

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Laugavegur

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

Laugavegur
Harpa featuring a bay or harbour, modern architecture and general coastal views

Harpa

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

Harpa
Hallgrimskirkja showing general coastal views, a church or cathedral and a sunset

Hallgrimskirkja

Learn about the local history of Reykjavik with a stop at Hallgrimskirkja. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this culturally rich area.

Hallgrimskirkja
Reykjavik City Hall featuring interior views as well as a large group of people

Reykjavik City Hall

Reykjavik City Hall is just one of the places to see in Reykjavik, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Reykjavik City Hall
National Cathedral showing religious elements and a church or cathedral

Reykjavík Cathedral

Learn about the local history of Reykjavik when you spend time at Reykjavík Cathedral. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theatre scene in this walkable area.

Reykjavík Cathedral
Iceland Phallological Museum

Iceland Phallological Museum

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Iceland Phallological Museum in Reykjavik. Make time for the shops and local tours in this walkable area.

Iceland Phallological Museum

Top hotels in Downtown Reykjavik

CityHub Reykjavik

CityHub Reykjavik

3 out of 5
46 Hverfisgata, Reykjavik, Reykjavíkurborg
The price is 3.647.487 ₫ per night from 9 Sept to 10 Sept
3.647.487 ₫
4.221.358 ₫ total
9 Sept - 10 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Reykjavik Harbour and Hallgrimskirkja ...
9/10 Wonderful! (227 reviews)
"Great place for the price Obviously small rooms but the location rocks!!"

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2025

CityHub Reykjavik
KEX Hostel and Hotel Reykjavik

KEX Hostel and Hotel Reykjavik

2 out of 5
28 Skúlagata, Reykjavik, Capital Region
The price is 3.437.155 ₫ per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
3.437.155 ₫
3.987.889 ₫ total
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (655 reviews)
"Staff was very fun and friendly! Stayed in the "compact double room" on second floor, and it was very clean and secure, with great view. Only main downside is the construction going on right now, but I still had a lovely experience, and would return."

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2025

KEX Hostel and Hotel Reykjavik
Alda Hotel Reykjavik

Alda Hotel Reykjavik

4 out of 5
Laugavegur 66-68, Reykjavik
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is 7.511.093 ₫ per night from 12 Sept to 13 Sept
7.511.093 ₫
8.508.554 ₫ total
12 Sept - 13 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
"Star Wars staff was excellent location was excellent and everybody was so helpful"

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2025

Alda Hotel Reykjavik
The Reykjavik EDITION

The Reykjavik EDITION

5 out of 5
AUSTURBAKKI 2, Reykjavik
The price is 12.148.879 ₫ per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
12.148.879 ₫
15.154.859 ₫ total
8 Sept - 9 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the comfy rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (481 reviews)
"Great times"

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025

The Reykjavik EDITION
Center Hotels Plaza

Center Hotels Plaza

4 out of 5
Adalstraeti 4, Reykjavik
The price is 5.741.704 ₫ per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
5.741.704 ₫
6.545.938 ₫ total
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,378 reviews)
"The room was small but worked perfectly for our needs. The location was perfect at the end of the Main Street!"

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2025

Center Hotels Plaza
Fosshotel Barón

Fosshotel Barón

3 out of 5
Barónsstígur 2-4, Reykjavik
The price is 6.286.484 ₫ per night from 9 Sept to 10 Sept
6.286.484 ₫
7.149.326 ₫ total
9 Sept - 10 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"We had a great stay. The hotel was reasonable and the location awesome. Breakfast had many options, my super picky 10 years old found new things to try. On the negative side, the bathrooms are very tiny (shower where a grown up can barely turn) and they could be cleaner (e.g. the shower curtains ..."

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2025

Fosshotel Barón
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Reykjavik

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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.

Norðurmýri
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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.

Holt
Reykjavik Harbour which includes a sunset, a bay or harbour and boating

Vesturbær

4.5/5(100 area reviews)

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.

Vesturbær
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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.

Grandar
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Tún

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

Tún
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Hlíðar

4.5/5(164 area reviews)

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

Hlíðar

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