Downtown Reykjavik Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





Visit Downtown Reykjavik
Popular places to visit

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.

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.

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.

Iceland Phallological Museum
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Iceland Phallological Museum in Reykjavik. Make time for the shops and local tours in this walkable area.

Reykjavík Cathedral
Reykjavik’s oldest church is historically important as the heart of Iceland’s Lutheran faith and a landmark in the country's bid for independence.
Activities

Reykjavík: Iconic Glacier Hike, South Coast & Waterfalls

Snæfellsnes Peninsula Full Day Tour

Glacier Lagoon (Jökulsárlón) Full Day Tour

Whale Watching Tour with Professional Guide from Reykjavik

City Sightseeing Reykjavik Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Optional Extras

Reykjavik: Red Lava Horse Riding Tour
Our pick of the best Downtown Reykjavik Hotel Deals

CityHub Reykjavik
Reviewed on 16 Jul. 2025

Alda Hotel Reykjavik
Reviewed on 16 Jul. 2025

The Reykjavik EDITION
Reviewed on 1 Jul. 2025

Kex Hostel Reykjavík
Reviewed on 18 Jul. 2025

Center Hotels Plaza
Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2025

Hotel Fron
Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Reykjavik

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.

Holt
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Holt and surrounding area, you can visit Reykjavik Harbour and Laugavegur.

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.

Grandar
Grandar might not have many top sights, but Reykjavik Harbour and Aurora Reykjavík Northern Lights Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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

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