Árbær

Reykjavik

A coastal town with colorful buildings, a central street, and a view of the sea and distant mountains.
A river flowing through a grassy landscape with a cloudy sky.
A vintage car in a workshop with tools and equipment on the walls.
A grassy mound with a house in the background.
A room with a piano, a table with a vase of flowers, and a green armchair.

Stay near popular Árbær attractions

Árbær Open Air Museum

8.0/10 (16 reviews)
See what life was like throughout the ages through this open-air museum’s collection of more than 20 historical buildings and a small farm.
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Things to do

Full-Day Golden Circle Tour

Full-Day Golden Circle Classic Tour with Expert Guide

CA $127
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Golden Circle Classic Tour with Expert Guide
Whale Watching Cruise on a Yacht in Reykjavik

Whale Watching Cruise on a Yacht in Reykjavik

CA $145
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Whale Watching Cruise on a Yacht in Reykjavik
Golden Circle, Kerid Crater & Blue Lagoon Admission Tickets

Golden Circle, Kerid Crater & Blue Lagoon Admission Tickets

CA $363
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Golden Circle, Kerid Crater & Blue Lagoon Admission Tickets
Explore Reykjavik & the Icelandic Landscape

Explore Reykjavik & the Icelandic Landscape: A Self-Guided Tour

CA $2
per adult
Explore Reykjavik & the Icelandic Landscape: A Self-Guided Tour
whale viewing from boat

Whale-Watching Cruise from Reykjavík

CA $124
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Whale-Watching Cruise from Reykjavík
Midnight Sun humpback whale

Midnight Sun Whale & Puffin Watching from Reykjavik

CA $124
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Midnight Sun Whale & Puffin Watching from Reykjavik
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Árbær Hotel Deals

Hotel Reykjavík Grand

Hotel Reykjavík Grand

4 out of 5
Sigtun 28 Reykjavik
The price is CA $470 per night from Aug 5 to Aug 6
CA $470
CA $531 total
Aug 5 - Aug 6
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
Hotel Reykjavík Grand
Center Hotels Plaza

Center Hotels Plaza

4 out of 5
Adalstraeti 4 Reykjavik
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $487 per night from Aug 16 to Aug 17
CA $487
CA $550 total
Aug 16 - Aug 17
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,398 reviews)
"Amazing location. Noisy but also on the main plaza where people watching is primo. Lots of restaurants and museums close too"

Reviewed on Jul 28, 2026

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Grandi by Center Hotels

Grandi by Center Hotels

4 out of 5
Seljavegur 2 Reykjavik
The price is CA $508 per night from Aug 4 to Aug 5
CA $508
CA $573 total
Aug 4 - Aug 5
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
Grandi by Center Hotels
CityHub Reykjavik

CityHub Reykjavik

2 out of 5
46 Hverfisgata Reykjavik Reykjavíkurborg
The price is CA $200 per night from Aug 3 to Aug 4
CA $200
CA $234 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Reykjavik Harbour and Hallgrimskirkja ...
CityHub Reykjavik
Miðgarður by Center Hotels

Miðgarður by Center Hotels

4 out of 5
Laugavegur 120 Reykjavik
The price is CA $508 per night from Aug 4 to Aug 5
CA $508
CA $573 total
Aug 4 - Aug 5
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
Miðgarður by Center Hotels
Fosshotel Reykjavik

Fosshotel Reykjavik

4 out of 5
Þórunnartún 1 - Höfðatorg Reykjavik
The price is CA $519 per night from Aug 5 to Aug 6
CA $519
CA $585 total
Aug 5 - Aug 6
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
Fosshotel Reykjavik
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Where to stay in Árbær

Find the best Árbær areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Árbær
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A town with colorful houses, a church, and a mountain in the background.

Downtown Reykjavik

If you're spending some time in Downtown Reykjavik, Hallgrimskirkja and Reykjavik Pond are top sights worth seeing.
A river flowing through a town with buildings and greenery.

Háaleiti

While there might not be top attractions in Háaleiti, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Laugardalsholl and Kringlan Shopping Mall.
A row of white buildings with dark trim and a balcony.

Hlíðar

Though Hlíðar might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Reykjavik Harbour and Perlan.
A sculpture of abstract tree-like forms with a sunset in the background.

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 Laugardalsholl or Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool.
A marina with various boats docked, a large ship in the background, and a cityscape with buildings.

Vesturbær

The abundant dining options and waterfront views are top of the list for many visitors to Vesturbær. A stop by Reykjavik Harbour or Landakotskirkja might round out your trip.

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