Vesturbær Travel Guide
Reykjavik
Popular places to visit
Reykjavik Harbour
Explore the waterfront in Reykjavik with a trip to Reykjavik Harbour. Discover the lively bars and acclaimed theatre scene in this culturally rich area.
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.
Landakotskirkja
Learn about the local history of Reykjavik when you spend time at Landakotskirkja. Discover the lively bars and fascinating museums 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 top-notch restaurants 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 Vesturbær
Grandi by Center Hotels
Excellent breakfast with lots of choices.
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Reykjavik Marina - Berjaya Iceland Hotels
Hotel Local 101
Loves the location and the staff were very friendly. This was a good choice.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Day Dream Vesturgata 17
The room smelled really bad. There was mold growing in the bathroom. The radiator had dust caked on it. The shower curtain was so dirty I didn’t even want to touch it. I stayed at 3 hotels while in Iceland and this one was the only one that was terrible. Side notes that aren’t negative against the ...
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Hotel Reykjavík Grand
Overall Good experience
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
CityHub Reykjavik
Yes
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Vesturbær
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.
Downtown Reykjavik
If you're spending some time in Downtown Reykjavik, Hallgrimskirkja and National Theatre of Iceland are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
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.
