Downtown Reykjavik Travel Guide
Reykjavik
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
With its magnificent tower, this church is one of Reykjavík’s most famous landmarks, dominating the skyline and serving as a useful compass point.
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.
Iceland Phallological Museum
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Iceland Phallological Museum in Reykjavik. Make time for the shops and local tours in this culturally rich area.
Parliament House
After visiting Parliament House, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Reykjavik. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.
Top hotels in Downtown Reykjavik
The Reykjavik EDITION
Quiet Luxury… unforgettable style! Delicious food in restaurant. Crystal clean. Staff is nice, fast and always ready to help. I’ll definitely come back in summer and bring my friends and coworkers.
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Center Hotels Plaza
Very nice and cozy hotel, in a beautiful location
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Alda Hotel Reykjavik
Great service from the staff and the rooms are very clean!
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
KEX Hostel and Hotel Reykjavik
Overall my stay was great! I was placed in a bunk I asked for seen as I had an injury and was originally gonna have a top bunk, staff very helpful, very pleased. Clean sheets, clean surroundings. I did notice that the far sides of the underbeds (floors) could've done with a little bit more cleaning ...
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
CityHub Reykjavik
The pod (room) was clean and very comfortable!
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Kvosin Downtown Hotel
Lovely place to stay. Easy access to anywhere in town. Great services! Will live there again next time.
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
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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.
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.
Tún
If you're spending some time in Tún, Hofdi House and Laugavegur 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.
