Árbær Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Árbær Open Air Museum
Step back in time and explore 19th-century Icelandic life in this open-air museum with its collection of 20 historical buildings and a small farm.
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.
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.
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.
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
City Sightseeing Reykjavik Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Optional Extras
Lava Show Reykjavik Admission Ticket - Optional Premium Upgrade
Sky Lagoon Entrance Ticket Including 7-Step Ritual
Sky Lagoon Geothermal Spa Experience including Admission and Transfers
Whale Watching Tour with Professional Guide from Reykjavik
Golden Circle, Kerid Crater & Blue Lagoon Admission Tickets
Our pick of the best Árbær Hotel Deals
Fosshotel Reykjavik
Very nice property and very convenient location wise!
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
The Reykjavik EDITION
Staff was extremely pleasant and helpful. Spotlessly clean. Messaged ahead to ask our arrival time and and room was ready even though it was ahead of official check in time, which was a lovely touch
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Grandi by Center Hotels
We stayed at Grandi by Centre Hotels for 5 nights and from start to finish it was fantastic. The staff were super helpful and friendly and helped with any questions we had. The room was lovely. We had a balcony, no furniture but we made do with what we had. When we arrived to the room I was greeted ...
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Alda Hotel Reykjavik
Bedside table missing on the right side, room on the smaller side. Clean room, great breakfast, good amenities
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
CityHub Reykjavik
It was amazing
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Reykjavik Residence Hotel
We did not get the breakfast option , decided to eat locally , so close to the main st for shopping and dining
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Árbær
Grafarholt
Grafarholt might not have many top sights, but Arbaejarlaug and Árbær Open Air Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Bakkar
While Bakkar may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Árbær Open Air Museum and Arbaejarlaug.
Breidholt
While there might not be top attractions in Breidholt, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Árbær Open Air Museum and Arbaejarlaug.
Hús
While Hús isn't home to many top sights, Árbær Open Air Museum and Arbaejarlaug are some notable places to visit nearby.
Grafarvogur
While Grafarvogur may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Árbær Open Air Museum and Reykjavik Harbour.
Heimar
While Heimar isn't home to many top sights, Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool and Grasagardur Botanical Garden are some notable places to visit nearby.
Árbær Travel Guide
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