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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Top hotels in Grafarholt
Fosshotel Reykjavik
The entire experience was exceptional. The hotel delivered on every front. Their staff went above and beyond to ensure we were taken care of. Especially, Diego!
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
The Reykjavik EDITION
Everyone was very friendly and accommodating. One comment: It's quite dark in the room, especially with little daylight outside...
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Grandi by Center Hotels
Excellent hotel, staff were very helpful. Spa was good.
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Alda Hotel Reykjavik
Highly recommend Alda hotel. Not only for their excellent location but the staff is amazing and very kind. Violeta was very informative prior to our trip about some accommodations for transportation until checkout. She was the sweetest and funniest person. The hotel has many amenities that makes ...
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
CityHub Reykjavik
It was amazing
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Reykjavik Residence Hotel
Great hospitality. Location is amazing. Fully stocked and clean. Couldn’t say anything bad about it
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Grafarholt
Hús
While Hús isn't home to many top sights, Árbær Open Air Museum and Arbaejarlaug are some notable places to visit nearby.
Árbær
While visiting Árbær, you might make a stop by sights like Reykjavik City Museums and Arbaejarlaug.
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 Arbaejarlaug.
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 Arbaejarlaug.
Heimar
While Heimar isn't home to many top sights, Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool and Grasagardur Botanical Garden are some notable places to visit nearby.
