Vesturbær Travel Guide

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Landakotskirkja which includes a church or cathedral, interior views and religious aspects

Popular places to visit

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Reykjavik Harbour

Start your stay in Reykjavík with a trip to this antique port district, the point of departure for city tours, boat rides and more.

Reykjavik Harbour
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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.

University of Iceland
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Elding Reykjavik Whale Watching

Enjoy an outing to Elding Reykjavik Whale Watching during your stay in Reykjavik. Stroll along the waterfront in this culturally rich area or seek out the local tours.

Elding Reykjavik Whale Watching
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Landakotskirkja

Check out the gleaming gray-stone façade and tall tower of this neo-Gothic cathedral and its interior illuminated by beautifully colored windows and candlelight.

Landakotskirkja
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Saga Museum

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Saga Museum during your trip to Reykjavik. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Saga Museum
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Reykjavík Maritime Museum

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Reykjavík Maritime Museum during your travels in Reykjavik. Stroll along the waterfront or experience the acclaimed theatre scene in this culturally rich area.

Reykjavík Maritime Museum

Activities

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Whale Watching Tour with Professional Guide from Reykjavik

AU$133
Per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Whale Watching Tour with Professional Guide from Reykjavik
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Reykjavík: Whale Watching Cruise on the Amelia Rose Yacht

AU$136
Per adult
Reykjavík: Whale Watching Cruise on the Amelia Rose Yacht
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Reykjavík: Whale Watching and Marine Life Cruise

AU$134
Per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Reykjavík: Whale Watching and Marine Life Cruise
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Snaefellsnes Small Group Tour with Homemade Meal from Reykjavik

AU$306
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Snaefellsnes Small Group Tour with Homemade Meal from Reykjavik
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FlyOver Iceland Admission Ticket

AU$64
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
FlyOver Iceland Admission Ticket
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Lava Show Reykjavik Admission Ticket - Optional Premium Upgrade

AU$64
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Lava Show Reykjavik Admission Ticket - Optional Premium Upgrade
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Our pick of the best Vesturbær Hotel Deals

Hotel Local 101
Hotel Local 101
3 out of 5
Ranargata 4a, Reykjavik
The price is AU$235 per night from 10 Jun to 11 Jun
AU$235
per night
10 Jun - 11 Jun
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Popular attractions Reykjavik Harbour and Harpa ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (53 reviews)
"Clean hotel, safe and quiet neighborhood, and good breakfast. When they turn lobby into dinner/bar they will play loud music late into the night. Perfect location to walk to sites, restaurants, and bus stops #1 and #4 for pick up/drop off with tour bus."

Reviewed on 28 May 2024

Hotel Local 101
Reykjavik Marina - Berjaya Iceland Hotels
Reykjavik Marina - Berjaya Iceland Hotels
4 out of 5
Mýrargata 2, Reykjavik
The price is AU$307 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
AU$307
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free WiFi, a marina, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,008 reviews)
"Very cute hotel in a good location with nicely renovated rooms."

Reviewed on 2 Jun. 2024

Reykjavik Marina - Berjaya Iceland Hotels
Grandi by Center Hotels
Grandi by Center Hotels
4 out of 5
Seljavegur 2, Reykjavik
The price is AU$345 per night from 19 Jun to 20 Jun
AU$345
per night
19 Jun - 20 Jun
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (592 reviews)
"Great stay! Excellent breakfast, bar and lounge was awesome too!"

Reviewed on 1 Jun. 2024

Grandi by Center Hotels
Reykjavik Natura - Berjaya Iceland Hotels
Reykjavik Natura - Berjaya Iceland Hotels
4 out of 5
Nautholsvegur 52, Reykjavik
The price is AU$339 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
AU$339
per night
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,009 reviews)
"Comfortable beds, great pillows, bathrobes, shower, shower products, coffee maker."

Reviewed on 4 Jun. 2024

Reykjavik Natura - Berjaya Iceland Hotels
Alda Hotel Reykjavik
Alda Hotel Reykjavik
4 out of 5
Laugavegur 66-68, Reykjavik
The price is AU$416 per night from 18 Jun to 19 Jun
AU$416
per night
18 Jun - 19 Jun
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
"We were there only one night, but the room was very comfortable and the staff was helpful. They recommended dinner at a nearby restaurant (Old Iceland) which was excellent! The hotel's breakfast buffett was wonderful with lots of fresh pastries, fruit, eggs and meats. I highly recommend this hotel ..."

Reviewed on 4 Jun. 2024

Alda Hotel Reykjavik
Center Hotels Plaza
Center Hotels Plaza
3.5 out of 5
Adalstraeti 4, Reykjavik
The price is AU$324 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
AU$324
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,051 reviews)
"The property was centrally located to the harbor and all the bus lines as well as being surrounded by places to eat and drink. The staff was professional and friendly and the included breakfast was great value for money with many hot and cold food options."

Reviewed on 4 Jun. 2024

Center Hotels Plaza
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Other neighbourhoods around Vesturbær

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Grandar

Grandar might not have many top sights, but Reykjavik Harbour and Landakotskirkja are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Grandar
Reykjavik featuring interior views, a church or cathedral and religious aspects

Downtown Reykjavik

4.5/5(14 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Downtown Reykjavik, Hallgrimskirkja and Reykjavik Free Church are top sights worth seeing.

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
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Hlíðar

4.5/5(14 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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Tún

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

Tún

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