Downtown Reykjavik Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown Reykjavik
Popular places to visit
Laugavegur
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.
Harpa
The sculptural glass façade of Reykjavík’s premier concert hall and conference center shines over the harbor, reflecting the water and the city’s energy.
Hallgrimskirkja
By far Reykjavík’s tallest building, this church offers views of the city’s colourful rooftops and a landmark to help your orient yourself throughout your stay.
Reykjavik City Hall
The dynamic architectural design and picturesque location of this modern civic building near the Tjörnin lakeside has made it a landmark in downtown Reykjavík.
Reykjavik Pond
Explore the great outdoors at Reykjavik Pond, a lovely green space in Reykjavik. Discover the lively bars and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.
Reykjavík Cathedral
The Icelandic Parliament attends mass at this small, modest church, which is the oldest in Reykjavík and which stands on the city’s oldest square.
Activities
Lava Show Reykjavik Admission Ticket - Optional Premium Upgrade
Katla Ice Cave & South Coast Day Tour from Reykjavik
Golden Circle, Kerid Crater & Blue Lagoon Admission Tickets
Sky Lagoon Entrance Ticket Including 7-Step Ritual
Reykjavik: Northern Lights Comfort Coach with Surprise
Northern Lights Yacht Cruise in Reykjavik
Our pick of the best Downtown Reykjavik Hotel Deals
The Reykjavik EDITION
The Reykjavik Edition is a lovely hotel and the location is very good. Staff were very attentive. We only had breakfast at the hotel and it was a very good selection of food on offer with gorgeous views overlooking the harbor. At peak times, they did run out of glasses and it took a while before ...
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
CityHub Reykjavik
The facility was really great!!! The staff even better. Breakfast and coffee very good!
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Center Hotels Skjaldbreið
Location was great, room was clean
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Center Hotels Plaza
The location was awesome but the hot water smells like sulphur
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Hotel Fron
I stood for a wknd solo trip at Hotel Fron. The rooms lighting wasnt that great. The bathroom was extremely small with no sink space at all. The staff was very very nice. However, upon leaving, I asked the hotel staff how to go about ordering a cab to the airport; which was ordered for me by the ...
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Center Hotels Laugavegur
The staff during night shift was excellent (forgot to ask his name) very helpful, approachable and great customer service skills. He deserves a shout out. Breakfast and dinner was ok same choices good thing we only stayed 5days but great value and when your tired from tours no brainer you can have ...
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Reykjavik
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.
Tún
If you're spending some time in Tún, Laugavegur and Hofdi House are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
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.
Hlíðar
Though Hlíðar may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Reykjavik Harbour and Perlan.
