Reykjavik Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Reykjavik
Where to stay in Reykjavik
Downtown Reykjavik
If you're spending some time in Downtown Reykjavik, Hallgrimskirkja and Reykjavik Pond are top sights worth seeing.
Laugardalur
Laugardalur is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool or Hofdi House.
Háaleiti
When in Háaleiti, you can plan a visit to Kringlan Shopping Mall and Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Vesturbær
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.
Hlíðar
Though Hlíðar may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Reykjavik Harbour and Perlan.
Tún
If you're spending some time in Tún, Hofdi House and Laugavegur are top sights worth seeing.
Fosshotel Reykjavik
Breakfast buffet was good.
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Center Hotels Plaza
Clean room, awesome location
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
The Reykjavik EDITION
Amazing experience for my birthday, the staff are super accommodating and couldn’t be nicer! Lovely hotel, spa is super nice too! Highly recommend Tides restaurant, the food is so delicious, with unique flavours. The staff at Tides had exceptional service!!
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Reykjavik Residence Hotel
Love the space and location of this place! Great service as well!
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
Thingholt Hotel Apartments from Center Hotels
Clean and staff at hotel very helpful. Could not stand up in either bed area but if ok with that, it was a great stay. Great location right off of rainbow street.
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Rey Apartments
Staff allowed us to check in early which was really nice after a long transatlantic flight with an early morning arrival
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Popular places to visit
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.
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 fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene in this culturally rich area.
Other places like Reykjavik
- Reykjavik Harbour
- Laugavegur
- Harpa
- Reykjavik City Hall
- Perlan
- Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool
- Iceland Phallological Museum
- National Museum of Iceland
- Reykjavik Pond
- Reykjavik University
- Elding Reykjavik Whale Watching
- Reykjavik City Museums
- Landakotskirkja
- Reykjavik Free Church
- Aurora Reykjavík Northern Lights Center
- Árbær Open Air Museum
- Reykjavik Art Museum
- Laugardalsholl
- Reykjavik City Library
- National Gallery of Iceland
- Sundhollin
