Bakkar
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.
University of Iceland
Enjoy the collegiate vibe at University of Iceland during your stay in Reykjavik. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this walkable area.
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.
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.
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
Golden Circle, Kerid Crater & Blue Lagoon Admission Tickets
Snæfellsnes Peninsula Full Day Tour
Reykjavik: Magic Ice Bar Entrance and Welcome Drink
Bakkar Hotel Deals
Fosshotel Reykjavik
Very friendly and helpful staff, everyone was super professional. Breakfast was well prepared, clean and fresh food everyday, lots of gluten free choices.Attentive service when we needed anything extra. Would definitely stay again!
Reviewed on Jan 7, 2026
Center Hotels Plaza
Room is very clean & friendly staff, plus very convenient location. A good memory from Iceland.
Reviewed on Jan 13, 2026
Grandi by Center Hotels
Clean room, friendly staff
Reviewed on Jan 9, 2026
Hotel Reykjavík Grand
The stay was amazing. The staff was exceptional. Treated us like Family.
Reviewed on Jan 11, 2026
The Reykjavik EDITION
Everything was really good, the staff is friendly and service was great.
Reviewed on Jan 9, 2026
Alda Hotel Reykjavik
Great location, very clean room and staff were very friendly and helpful. It was easy to talk to restaurants around the downtown area. We were happy with our stay.
Reviewed on Jan 11, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Bakkar
Breidholt
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Breidholt and surrounding area, you can visit Árbær Open Air Museum and Arbaejarlaug.
Árbær
If you're spending some time in Árbær, Reykjavik City Museums and Arbaejarlaug are top sights worth seeing.
Heimar
When in Heimar, you can plan a visit to Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool and Grasagardur Botanical Garden, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Laugardalur
Just east of Reykjavík's city center, Laugardalur offers various recreational facilities, including the main stadium. Known as "hot spring valley," it's perfect for travelers seeking leisure activities.
Háaleiti
While there might not be top attractions in Háaleiti, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Kringlan Shopping Mall and Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool.
Grafarholt
While Grafarholt might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Arbaejarlaug and Árbær Open Air Museum.
