Grafarholt Travel Guide
Reykjavik
Visit Grafarholt
Popular places to visit
Reykjavik Harbour
Once a maritime and fishing precinct, the Old Harbour now buzzes with restaurants, cafés and tour boat operators.
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.
University of Iceland
Walk around the campus at University of Iceland as part of your travels around Reykjavik. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this walkable area.
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.
Top hotels in Grafarholt
Hotel Reykjavík Grand
Merci
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Grandi by Center Hotels
Beautiful hotel, great location, very clean, staff wonderful!
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Center Hotels Plaza
The room was spotless the breakfast excellent and the all the staff were friendly and helpful The location is perfect for the city centre
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
The Reykjavik EDITION
Everything was great!
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Fosshotel Reykjavik
No thermostat in the room. A little too warm. Generally a great stay and great breakfast
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
CityHub Reykjavik
The staff was helpful and the pods were fantastic
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Grafarholt
Hús
While Hús isn't home to many top sights, Árbær Open Air Museum and Reykjavik City Museums are some notable places to visit nearby.
Árbær
While visiting Árbær, you might make a stop by sights like Reykjavik City Museums and Árbær Open Air Museum.
Grafarvogur
While Grafarvogur may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Árbær Open Air Museum and Reykjavik Harbour.
Bakkar
While Bakkar may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Árbær Open Air Museum and Sundlaugin Versolum Swimming Pool.
Breidholt
While there might not be top attractions in Breidholt, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Árbær Open Air Museum and Sundlaugin Versolum Swimming Pool.
Heimar
While Heimar isn't home to many top sights, Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool and Grasagardur Botanical Garden are some notable places to visit nearby.
