Downtown Reykjavik
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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.

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.

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.

Reykjavik Pond
Explore the great outdoors at Reykjavik Pond, a lovely green space in Reykjavik. Discover the lively bars and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.

Reykjavík Cathedral
This humble church is Reykjavík’s oldest. It holds great historical importance as both the center of Iceland’s Lutheran faith and the birthplace of independence.
Things to do

Katla Ice Cave & South Coast Day Tour from Reykjavik

Sky Lagoon Entrance Ticket Including 7-Step Ritual

Whale Watching Cruise on a Yacht in Reykjavik

Golden Circle, Kerid Crater & Blue Lagoon Admission Tickets

Reykjavik: Northern Lights Comfort Coach with Surprise

Northern Lights Yacht Cruise in Reykjavik
Downtown Reykjavik Hotel Deals

The Reykjavik EDITION
Excellent Attention and Service! Best location, and the spa was an added bonus! Tides Restaurant, The Rooftop, and The Tides Cafe were all divine! We can’t wait to come back.
Reviewed on Mar 29, 2026

CityHub Reykjavik
The facility was really great!!! The staff even better. Breakfast and coffee very good!
Reviewed on Apr 3, 2026

Center Hotels Skjaldbreið
Location was great, room was clean
Reviewed on Mar 11, 2026

Center Hotels Plaza
The room was clean and quiet. Staff were friendly. We didn't have breakfast at the hotel. There is an amazing place just down the road for breakfast. And for dinner there are lots of restaurants all around. Not a lot of variety of shops just there but within walking distance. A very comfy stay. There ...
Reviewed on Apr 2, 2026

Hotel Fron
Loved our stay here! The breakfast was amazing!!! And the location couldn't better!! The room was spacious and had more space than we needed. It was so nice to have a couch to relax in after walking the sitting. Parking is limited, so if you'd like to reserve a spot, reach out ahead of your stay ...
Reviewed on Mar 30, 2026

Center Hotels Laugavegur
Only negative is the Breakfast menu , very limited and doesn't taste good
Reviewed on Mar 30, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Reykjavik

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

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

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 Landakotskirkja.

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