Downtown Reykjavik
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.

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.

Iceland Phallological Museum
You can spend an afternoon browsing 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 theater scene in this walkable area, or seek out the local tours.
Things to do

Lava Show Reykjavik Admission Ticket - Optional Premium Upgrade

City Sightseeing Reykjavik Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Optional Extras

Sky Lagoon Entrance Ticket Including 7-Step Ritual

Whale Watching Tour with Professional Guide from Reykjavik

Golden Circle, Kerid Crater & Blue Lagoon Admission Tickets
Downtown Reykjavik Hotel Deals

The Reykjavik EDITION
Staff was extremely pleasant and helpful. Spotlessly clean. Messaged ahead to ask our arrival time and and room was ready even though it was ahead of official check in time, which was a lovely touch
Reviewed on Nov 9, 2025

Alda Hotel Reykjavik
Clean room, good price, nice bar, great restaurant next door, great location in center of city. Highly recommend.
Reviewed on Nov 13, 2025

KEX Hostel and Hotel Reykjavik
Fairly quiet, clean. I would stay there again.
Reviewed on Nov 7, 2025

Reykjavik Residence Hotel
Great value for the location. Breakfast basket served as groceries as I toured around the city and surrounding areas.
Reviewed on Nov 11, 2025

CityHub Reykjavik
It was amazing
Reviewed on Nov 10, 2025

Center Hotels Arnarhvoll
Great location! Close to restaurants and public transportation. Great view from sky bar
Reviewed on Nov 6, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Downtown Reykjavik

Norðurmýri
Home to artists and scholars, Norðurmýri boasts the nearby Reykjavík Art Museum (Kjarvalsstaðir) in central Reykjavík, Iceland.

Holt
While Holt isn't home to many top sights, Reykjavik Harbour and Laugavegur are some notable places to visit nearby.

Vesturbær
Mostly residential with a touch of commercial activity at Grandi harbor, this district boasts the University of Iceland and the community-centered Vesturbæjarlaug swimming pool.

Grandar
While Grandar might 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 Aurora Reykjavík Northern Lights Center.

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

Hlíðar
Though Hlíðar might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Reykjavik Harbour and Perlan.

