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 great live music 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 top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this walkable area.
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.
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
Whale Watching Tour with Professional Guide from Reykjavik
Katla Ice Cave & South Coast Day Tour from Reykjavik
Our pick of the best Vesturbær Hotel Deals
Grandi by Center Hotels
Went to Reykjavik for 4 days and this hotel was amazing! Great amenities, food, and helpful staff. The spa was beautiful as well!
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Reykjavik Marina - Berjaya Iceland Hotels
This would be a good hotel for a group of people as there are many spaces to meet and socialize or do work outside of your room. There were also meal specials and Happy Hour discounts to dampen the sticker shock of Reykjavik food and drink prices.
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Hotel Local 101
This was a cute hotel with a fantastic breakfast (definitely worth the $15 USD). I wish we had time to try their dinner! The rooms were small but had everything we needed and were super comfortable and clean. The location was also great - only 5 minutes from the main blocks of shops and the harbor. ...
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Day Dream Vesturgata 17
Property is definitely value for money. Very good communication as well. Washroom ventilation might be an issue and due to the nature of their water may be very unpleasant odor. In my case the property did allow me to switch rooms which was very helpful. Overall we had a great stay and everything ...
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Hotel Reykjavík Grand
CityHub Reykjavik
Excellent hostel.
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Vesturbær
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.
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.
