Hlíðar Travel Guide
Reykjavik




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 Hlíðar

Bus Hostel Reykjavik
Clean rooms, kind and helpful staff, good amenities.
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025

Hotel Reykjavík Grand
Merci
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

Grandi by Center Hotels
Everything was perfect. From the room, spa and public areas. To the location.
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

Center Hotels Plaza
Yes, perfect!
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

The Reykjavik EDITION
Location - walking distance to central area Staff - extremely welcoming, helpful and wonderful tot all to Room - modern and clean Spa - much needed after a day in the cold Bar - nice touch with seating around the fireplace
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

Fosshotel Reykjavik
Rooms clean, staff pleasant and helpful.
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Hlíðar

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.

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.

Háaleiti
When in Háaleiti, you can plan a visit to Kringlan Shopping Mall and Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Tún
If you're spending some time in Tún, Laugavegur and Hofdi House are top sights worth seeing.

Teigar
While Teigar isn't home to many top sights, Reykjavik Harbour and Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool are some notable places to visit nearby.

Downtown Reykjavik
If you're spending some time in Downtown Reykjavik, Hallgrimskirkja and Reykjavik Pond are top sights worth seeing.
