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 fascinating museums 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 acclaimed theatre scene 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 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 culturally rich area.
Top hotels in Vesturbær
Grandi by Center Hotels
staff friendly and helpful
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Day Dream Vesturgata 17
We enjoyed our stay. It was easy to find and check in was very smooth. Very walkable to great spots in Reykjavík. The only issue we encountered was parking but that’s not the host’s fault. Parking is either street parking or the parking garage nearby which was full twice (once at 9am and again at ...
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Hotel Local 101
Short walking distance to restaurants, bars, and shops. Property was clean and cozy with helpful, accommodating staff. Parking was quite easy, too.
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
Hotel Reykjavík Grand
The entire staff were some of the best. Olga at guest relations was amazing as well as everyone who worked the front desk.Dining room staff also excellent. Hotel was great
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
CityHub Reykjavik
I had an amazing experience here, the hubs are really quiet and in a super convenient location! I have recommend it to everyone.
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Fosshotel Reykjavik
Clean rooms, easy to get to city centre
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Vesturbær
Grandar
Grandar might not have many top sights, but Reykjavik Harbour and Landakotskirkja are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Downtown Reykjavik
If you're spending some time in Downtown Reykjavik, Hallgrimskirkja and National Gallery 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.
