Downtown Reykjavik Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

An aerial view of a colorful town with a central plaza, a statue, and a waterfront in the background.
A tall, narrow church with a pointed roof and a large clock at the top.
A large, illuminated church with a tall spire and a statue in front.
A metal sculpture with a reflective surface, set against a backdrop of a cloudy sky and a body of water with mountains in the distance.
A metal sculpture in front of a mountainous landscape with a body of water.

Stay near popular Downtown Reykjavik attractions

A church with a tall spire and a statue in front.

Hallgrimskirkja

9.2/10 (7,612 reviews)
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.
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Activities

Full-Day Golden Circle Tour

Full-Day Golden Circle Classic Tour with Expert Guide

NZ$160
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Golden Circle Classic Tour with Expert Guide
Sky Lagoon Admission Including Transfer

Sky Lagoon Admission Including Transfer

NZ$316
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Sky Lagoon Admission Including Transfer
Whale Watching Cruise on a Yacht in Reykjavik

Whale Watching Cruise on a Yacht in Reykjavik

NZ$180
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Whale Watching Cruise on a Yacht in Reykjavik
Golden Circle, Kerid Crater & Blue Lagoon Admission Tickets

Golden Circle, Kerid Crater & Blue Lagoon Admission Tickets

NZ$443
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Golden Circle, Kerid Crater & Blue Lagoon Admission Tickets
Reykjavik: Magic Ice Bar Entrance and Welcome Drink

Reykjavik: Magic Ice Bar Entrance and Welcome Drink

NZ$57
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Reykjavik: Magic Ice Bar Entrance and Welcome Drink
Small Group Northern Lights Tour

Small Group Northern Lights Tour

NZ$200
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Small Group Northern Lights Tour
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Our pick of the best Downtown Reykjavik Hotel Deals

Alda Hotel Reykjavik

Alda Hotel Reykjavik

4 out of 5
Laugavegur 66-68 Reykjavik
Fully refundable
The price is NZ$337 per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
NZ$337
23 Nov - 24 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,426 reviews)
"Wonderful stay at the Alda Hotel. Excellent location to explore. Rooms were comfortable, clean and warm. Staff were polite, helpful and friendly. My only criticism is that the bar connected to the hotel closed at 10pm. We always enjoy a nightcap after a long day exploring and often found it closed ..."

Reviewed on 11 Nov 2026

Alda Hotel Reykjavik
KEX Hotel and Hostel Reykjavik

KEX Hotel and Hostel Reykjavik

2 out of 5
28 Skúlagata Reykjavik Capital Region
The price is NZ$208 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
NZ$208
17 Nov - 18 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Loved my stay here"

Reviewed on 12 Nov 2026

KEX Hotel and Hostel Reykjavik
CityHub Reykjavik

CityHub Reykjavik

2 out of 5
46 Hverfisgata Reykjavik Reykjavíkurborg
The price is NZ$161 per night from 18 Nov to 19 Nov
NZ$161
18 Nov - 19 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Reykjavik Harbour and Hallgrimskirkja ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (734 reviews)
"No sitting space"

Reviewed on 11 Nov 2026

CityHub Reykjavik
The Reykjavik EDITION

The Reykjavik EDITION

5 out of 5
AUSTURBAKKI 2 Reykjavik
The price is NZ$801 per night from 13 Dec to 14 Dec
NZ$801
13 Dec - 14 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the comfy rooms in their ...
The Reykjavik EDITION
Center Hotels Plaza

Center Hotels Plaza

4 out of 5
Adalstraeti 4 Reykjavik
The price is NZ$400 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
NZ$400
1 Dec - 2 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
Center Hotels Plaza
Reykjavik Residence Apartment Hotel

Reykjavik Residence Apartment Hotel

4 out of 5
Vatnsstígur 2 Reykjavik Capital Region
The price is NZ$376 per night from 10 Dec to 11 Dec
NZ$376
10 Dec - 11 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (3,516 reviews)
"Superb 3 nights for family of 4"

Reviewed on 9 Nov 2026

Reykjavik Residence Apartment Hotel
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Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Reykjavik

Find the best Downtown Reykjavik areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A sculpture of intertwined forks by the water at sunset.

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.

A river flowing through a town with buildings and greenery.

Háaleiti

When in Háaleiti, you can plan a visit to Kringlan Shopping Mall and Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

A sculpture of abstract tree-like forms with a sunset in the background.

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 Laugavegur.

A white house with a stone roof, a flagpole, and a grassy lawn.

Tún

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

A cityscape with a prominent church, a large mountain in the background, and a body of water.

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.

Downtown Reykjavik Travel Guide

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