Bakkar 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 lively bars and acclaimed theatre scene in this culturally rich 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
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
Sky Lagoon Geothermal Spa Experience including Admission and Transfers
Sky Lagoon Admission Including Transfer
Our pick of the best Bakkar Hotel Deals
Fosshotel Reykjavik
Room was spacious, very clean and comfortable. Great location, especially for booked tours - bus stop #12 was right outside the hotel. Great restaurant and bar.
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Center Hotels Plaza
Clean modern room, nice breakfast and friendly staff
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
The Reykjavik EDITION
Everything was great
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Grandi by Center Hotels
Clean, spacious room. Great amenities. And a cat!
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Alda Hotel Reykjavik
Absolutely amazing hotel, staff were lovely and the location is ideal. Everything walkable distance and only a few mins walk to local bus stops for airport or excursion trips. Room was spacious and clean and loved the hotels facilities. Would definitely come again!
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Hotel Reykjavík Grand
Good location. Easy and safe walk to Reykjavik city centre. Tours/Flybus pick up and drop off from directly outside the hotel. The hotel itself is lovely and clean. Great choice at the buffet breakfast and the restaurant food is delicious
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Bakkar
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 Sundlaugin Versolum Swimming Pool.
Árbær
While visiting Árbær, you might make a stop by sights like Reykjavik City Museums and Árbær Open Air Museum.
Heimar
While Heimar isn't home to many top sights, Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool and Grasagardur Botanical Garden are some notable places to visit nearby.
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 Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool or Hofdi House.
Háaleiti
When in Háaleiti, you can plan a visit to Kringlan Shopping Mall and Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Grafarholt
Grafarholt might not have many top sights, but Árbær Open Air Museum and Reykjavik City Museums are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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