Grafarvogur Travel Guide
Reykjavik
Visit Grafarvogur
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 Grafarvogur
Center Hotels Plaza
Great value for money for a central location in Reykjavik. Perfert for a short break as a family.
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Grandi by Center Hotels
Very clean, cosy hotel. Good breakfast. Close to the center.
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Hotel Reykjavík Grand
Lovely modern hotel with very friendly and helpful staff. Rooms a good size with lots of storage and very clean. Breakfast was excellent with so much choice. The only downside for us was the distance to the centre of Reykjavík, but not a major problem at all.
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
The Reykjavik EDITION
Good service from staff , room every small for what I paid for it , shower head blocked,
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Alda Hotel Reykjavik
Everything was perfect! Location Staff Room Services
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Center Hotels Laugavegur
Clean room, heating was abit cooler than expected but not uncomfortable. Good location for walking around downtown and next to tour bus stop 9. Nice staff. Good selection at breakfast.
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Grafarvogur
Hús
While Hús isn't home to many top sights, Árbær Open Air Museum and Laugavegur are some notable places to visit nearby.
Grafarholt
Grafarholt might not have many top sights, but Árbær Open Air Museum and Laugavegur are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Árbær
While visiting Árbær, you might make a stop by sights like Reykjavik City Museums and Árbær Open Air Museum.
Laugardalur
Laugardalur is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Laugavegur or Laugardalsholl.
Heimar
While Heimar isn't home to many top sights, Laugavegur and Laugardalsholl are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
