Downtown Reykjavik Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Stay near popular Downtown Reykjavik attractions

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Laugavegur

9.4/10 (6,657 reviews)
Brightly colored shopfronts spill into the street and add atmosphere to the sidewalk dining areas and designer stores of Reykjavík’s main downtown shopping strip.
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Activities

Full-Day Golden Circle Tour

Full-Day Golden Circle Classic Tour with Expert Guide

AU$114
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Golden Circle Classic Tour with Expert Guide
Sky Lagoon Admission Including Transfer

Sky Lagoon Admission Including Transfer

AU$260
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Sky Lagoon Admission Including Transfer
Golden Circle, Kerid Crater & Blue Lagoon Admission Tickets

Golden Circle, Kerid Crater & Blue Lagoon Admission Tickets

AU$364
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Golden Circle, Kerid Crater & Blue Lagoon Admission Tickets
Whale Watching and Marine Life Tour in Reykjavik

Whale Watching and Marine Life Tour in Reykjavik

AU$140
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Whale Watching and Marine Life Tour in Reykjavik
Glacier Lagoon

Glacier Lagoon (Jökulsárlón) Full Day Tour

AU$329
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Glacier Lagoon (Jökulsárlón) Full Day Tour
Explore Reykjavik & the Icelandic Landscape

Explore Reykjavik & the Icelandic Landscape: A Self-Guided Tour

AU$2
per adult
Explore Reykjavik & the Icelandic Landscape: A Self-Guided Tour
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Our pick of the best Downtown Reykjavik Hotel Deals

Center Hotels Plaza

Center Hotels Plaza

4 out of 5
Adalstraeti 4 Reykjavik
The price is AU$513 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
AU$513
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,412 reviews)
"This property was located in an awesome spot for our pre cruise stay and it was in walking distance to our Atlas cruise ship! We were so close to many things including dining right outside our front door. Room was perfect in every way including a small refrigerator! Great staff, lobby and overall ..."

Reviewed on 26 Aug 2026

Center Hotels Plaza
CityHub Reykjavik

CityHub Reykjavik

2 out of 5
46 Hverfisgata Reykjavik Reykjavíkurborg
The price is AU$212 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$212
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Reykjavik Harbour and Hallgrimskirkja ...
CityHub Reykjavik
Center Hotels Laugavegur

Center Hotels Laugavegur

4 out of 5
95-99 Laugavegur Reykjavik
The price is AU$517 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
AU$517
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,369 reviews)
"It's a great place to stay. The Restaurant is outstanding and fairly priced for Iceland. The breakfast is included and done well. Location is great for access to tours."

Reviewed on 26 Aug 2026

Center Hotels Laugavegur
Reykjavik Residence Apartment Hotel

Reykjavik Residence Apartment Hotel

4 out of 5
Vatnsstígur 2 Reykjavik Capital Region
The price is AU$455 per night from 22 Sept to 23 Sept
AU$455
22 Sept - 23 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (3,398 reviews)
"Better than expected all around"

Reviewed on 26 Aug 2026

Reykjavik Residence Apartment Hotel
Alda Hotel Reykjavik

Alda Hotel Reykjavik

4 out of 5
Laugavegur 66-68 Reykjavik
The price is AU$441 per night from 9 Sept to 10 Sept
AU$441
9 Sept - 10 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,382 reviews)
"Personnel attentif et endroit bien situé!"

Reviewed on 25 Aug 2026

Alda Hotel Reykjavik
Exeter Hotel

Exeter Hotel

4 out of 5
Tryggvagata 12 Reykjavik
The price is AU$476 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
AU$476
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
"It’s basic."

Reviewed on 26 Aug 2026

Exeter Hotel
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Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Reykjavik

Find the best Downtown Reykjavik areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Háaleiti

When in Háaleiti, you can plan a visit to Kringlan Shopping Mall and Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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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.

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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 Laugavegur.

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Tún

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

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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.

Downtown Reykjavik Travel Guide

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