Vesturbær Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
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
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.
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.
Aurora Reykjavík Northern Lights Center
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Aurora Reykjavík Northern Lights Center in Reykjavik. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Vesturbaejarlaug Swimming Pool
Enjoy an outing to Vesturbaejarlaug Swimming Pool during your stay in Reykjavik. Amble around this culturally rich area's waterfront or experience its fascinating museums.
Activities
Lava Show Reykjavik Admission Ticket - Optional Premium Upgrade
Sky Lagoon Admission Including Transfer
Golden Circle, Kerid Crater & Blue Lagoon Admission Tickets
Sky Lagoon Entrance Ticket Including 7-Step Ritual
Small Group Northern Lights Tour
Reykjavik: Northern Lights Comfort Coach with Surprise
Our pick of the best Vesturbær Hotel Deals
Grandi by Center Hotels
Good location, 15-20 mins to centre. Large hotel, spacious rooms, good breakfast included.
Reviewed on 30 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
Fabulous, highly recommended. Staff were really friendly and helpful. We arrived early but were allowed to leave our luggage, use the bathroom and have a snack, all complimentary. When we returned we had been upgraded for free. Lovely hotel, clean room and very comfy beds. Continental breakfast was ...
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Hotel Reykjavík Grand
Very clean, great view over the city amazing staff, possibility to walk to the city and by the sea
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
CityHub Reykjavik
I had an absolutely amazing stay at CityHub Reykjavik. Everything was spotlessly clean, from the rooms to the shared facilities, which really stood out. The amenities were excellent, and the hot tub was a definite highlight — perfect for relaxing after a day out. The room itself was clean, warm, ...
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Fosshotel Reykjavik
Great breakfast menu but quite pricey. Bar menu was more reasonable. Attentive staff.
Reviewed on 29 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 Theatre 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.
