Vesturbær
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.
University of Iceland
Enjoy the collegiate vibe at University of Iceland during your stay in Reykjavik. Discover the lively bars and acclaimed theater scene in this culturally rich area.
Elding Reykjavik Whale Watching
Enjoy an outing to Elding Reykjavik Whale Watching during your stay in Reykjavik. Stroll along the waterfront in this culturally rich area, or seek out the local tours.
Landakotskirkja
Check out the gleaming gray-stone façade and tall tower of this neo-Gothic cathedral and its interior illuminated by beautifully colored windows and candlelight.
Aurora Reykjavík Northern Lights Center
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Aurora Reykjavík Northern Lights Center during your trip to Reykjavik. Check out the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this walkable area.
Saga Museum
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Saga Museum in Reykjavik. Check out the shops and lively bars in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
City Sightseeing Reykjavik Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Optional Extras
Sky Lagoon Entrance Ticket Including 7-Step Ritual
Whale Watching and Marine Life Tour in Reykjavik
Whale Watching Cruise on a Yacht in Reykjavik
Golden Circle, Kerid Crater & Blue Lagoon Admission Tickets
Sky Lagoon Geothermal Spa Experience including Admission and Transfers
Vesturbær Hotel Deals
Grandi by Center Hotels
We had a great stay at the Grandi Hotel. Great location with some great restaurants minutes walk away! We walked into the town centre every evening super quick and lots to see on the way. We had breakfast included and it was great, good variety and service. The hotel staff really made are stay even ...
Reviewed on Dec 8, 2025
Reykjavik Marina - Berjaya Iceland Hotels
Staff very friendly & helpful, rooms clean & hotel was very quirky with lots of quiet spot, Would stay again
Reviewed on Dec 5, 2025
Hotel Local 101
Good staff. English spoken easily.
Reviewed on Nov 29, 2025
Day Dream Vesturgata 17
Big, comfortable room. Quiet, safe surroundings and good location
Reviewed on Oct 12, 2025
Fosshotel Reykjavik
Everyone was very helpful and accommodating.
Reviewed on Dec 4, 2025
The Reykjavik EDITION
Quiet Luxury… unforgettable style! Delicious food in restaurant. Crystal clean. Staff is nice, fast and always ready to help. I’ll definitely come back in summer and bring my friends and coworkers.
Reviewed on Dec 5, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Vesturbær
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.
Downtown Reykjavik
Home to Iceland's national parliament and vibrant nightlife, Reykjavík City Center boasts landmarks like Tjörnin pond, Hallgrímskirkja, and lively Austurstræti and Bankastræti streets.
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.
Hlíðar
Though Hlíðar might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Reykjavik Harbour and Perlan.
Tún
If you're spending some time in Tún, Hofdi House and Laugavegur are top sights worth seeing.
