Holt Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Reykjavik Harbour
Once a maritime and fishing district, Old Harbour now buzzes with restaurants, cafes and places to discover. Stroll along the waterfront or hop on a boat and explore the harbour.
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
This stunning church with a tower that looks like molten lava is one of Reykjavík’s most renowned landmarks and also serves as a compass point.
University of Iceland
Walk around the campus at University of Iceland as part of your travels around Reykjavik. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this walkable area.
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.
Activities
Lava Show Reykjavik Admission Ticket - Optional Premium Upgrade
Sky Lagoon Admission Including Transfer
Sky Lagoon Entrance Ticket Including 7-Step Ritual
City Sightseeing Reykjavik Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Optional Extras
Small Group Northern Lights Tour
Northern Lights Small-Group Tour with Hot Chocolate & Photos
Our pick of the best Holt Hotel Deals
Alva Hotel Brautarholt
I consider it only so so.the Juice was terrible, they should have scramble eggs, not only hard boil eggs.
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
Eyja Guldsmeden Hotel
Clean room and comfy beds. Nice ambiance and staff were friendly.
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Hotel Aska
great spot, very walkable!
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Fosshotel Raudara
This is our favorite hotel to stay at when we are in the area. Good location and comfy rooms!
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Downtown Reykjavík Apartments
Rooms were clean and self check in was convenient for late arrival / early departure.
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Brim hotel
Great location and within walking distance of a lot of stuff! Only complaint is the room was slightly dirty upon arrival. The housekeeping left behind used cleaning towels, a glove IN the toilet bowl, and the shower had stuff from the previous people left behind. We did get breakfast down the street ...
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Holt
Tún
If you're spending some time in Tún, Laugavegur and Hofdi House are top sights worth seeing.
Norðurmýri
While Norðurmýri may 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 Hallgrimskirkja.
Teigar
While Teigar isn't home to many top sights, Reykjavik Harbour and Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool are some notable places to visit nearby.
Hlíðar
Though Hlíðar may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Reykjavik Harbour and Perlan.
Háaleiti
When in Háaleiti, you can plan a visit to Kringlan Shopping Mall and Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Downtown Reykjavik
If you're spending some time in Downtown Reykjavik, Hallgrimskirkja and Reykjavik Pond are top sights worth seeing.
