Norðurmýri Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Norðurmýri
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 Norðurmýri Hotel Deals
Fosshotel Raudara
Stay was fantastic. Great luggage storage morning of arrival. Breakfast was delicious, convenient, and same price as full breakfast elsewhere.
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Igdlo Guesthouse
Nice and clean. Great staff and location. Would highly recommend.
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Nordurey Guesthouse
Perfect place to spend a night or two as good location and comes with kitchen and laundry facilities. However check in can be a nightmare if your booking platform does not update you with check in instructions
Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025
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
Other neighbourhoods around Norðurmýri
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
If you're spending some time in Downtown Reykjavik, Hallgrimskirkja and National Theatre of Iceland are top sights worth seeing.
Tún
If you're spending some time in Tún, Hofdi House and Laugavegur 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.
Teigar
While Teigar isn't home to many top sights, Reykjavik Harbour and Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool are some notable places to visit nearby.
Háaleiti
When in Háaleiti, you can plan a visit to Kringlan Shopping Mall and Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
