Vesturbær Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Landakotskirkja which includes a church or cathedral, interior views and religious aspects

Popular places to visit

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Reykjavik Harbour

4.5/5(55 reviews)

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.

Reykjavik Harbour
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University of Iceland

3.5/5(4 reviews)

Walk around the campus at University of Iceland as part of your travels around Reykjavik. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this walkable area.

University of Iceland
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Elding Reykjavik Whale Watching

4.5/5(3 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Elding Reykjavik Whale Watching during your stay in Reykjavik. Stroll along the waterfront in this culturally rich area or seek out the local tours.

Elding Reykjavik Whale Watching
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Landakotskirkja

4/5(5 reviews)

Check out the gleaming gray-stone façade and tall tower of this neo-Gothic cathedral and its interior illuminated by beautifully colored windows and candlelight.

Landakotskirkja
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Saga Museum

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Saga Museum during your trip to Reykjavik. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Saga Museum
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Reykjavík Maritime Museum

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Reykjavík Maritime Museum during your travels in Reykjavik. Stroll along the waterfront or experience the acclaimed theatre scene in this culturally rich area.

Reykjavík Maritime Museum

Activities

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

NZ$60
Per adult
City Sightseeing Reykjavik Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Optional Extras
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Whale Watching Tour with Professional Guide from Reykjavik

NZ$143
Per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Whale Watching Tour with Professional Guide from Reykjavik
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Reykjavík: Whale Watching Cruise on the Amelia Rose Yacht

NZ$146
Per adult
Reykjavík: Whale Watching Cruise on the Amelia Rose Yacht
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Reykjavík: Whale Watching and Marine Life Cruise

NZ$144
Per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Reykjavík: Whale Watching and Marine Life Cruise
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Snaefellsnes Small Group Tour with Homemade Meal from Reykjavik

NZ$329
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Snaefellsnes Small Group Tour with Homemade Meal from Reykjavik
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FlyOver Iceland Admission Ticket

NZ$69
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
FlyOver Iceland Admission Ticket
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Our pick of the best Vesturbær Hotel Deals

Center Hotels Plaza
Center Hotels Plaza
3.5 out of 5
Adalstraeti 4, Reykjavik
The price is NZ$241 per night from 21 May to 22 May
NZ$241
per night
21 May - 22 May
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,054 reviews)
Stay here!
"Nice, clean, convenient place to stay with excellent staff and a great breakfast."

Reviewed on 10 May 2024

Center Hotels Plaza
Reykjavik Marina - Berjaya Iceland Hotels
Reykjavik Marina - Berjaya Iceland Hotels
4 out of 5
Mýrargata 2, Reykjavik
The price is NZ$242 per night from 27 May to 28 May
NZ$242
per night
27 May - 28 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free WiFi, a marina, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"overall good location and nice staff also great view from my room"

Reviewed on 8 May 2024

Reykjavik Marina - Berjaya Iceland Hotels
Grandi by Center Hotels
Grandi by Center Hotels
4 out of 5
Seljavegur 2, Reykjavik
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$269 per night from 20 May to 21 May
NZ$269
per night
20 May - 21 May
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (570 reviews)
"The staff were exceptional and extremely helpful! The breakfast buffet had a lot of options and was delicious. We had to check-out super early (3:45am) for our flight and the staff had hot croissants, coffee and tea made available to us. The hotel is in walking distance to everything!"

Reviewed on 12 May 2024

Grandi by Center Hotels
Hotel Local 101
Hotel Local 101
3 out of 5
Ranargata 4a, Reykjavik
Stay at this hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Popular attractions Reykjavik Harbour and Harpa are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (48 reviews)
"I had an exceptional stay at this recently renovated boutique hotel! Redone with style and flair without being pretentious. Breakfast was a treat with everything I wanted! Staff were very friendly and helpful. Ask David about the elevator story!"

Reviewed on 1 May 2024

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Hotel Local 101
Reykjavik Natura - Berjaya Iceland Hotels
Reykjavik Natura - Berjaya Iceland Hotels
4 out of 5
Nautholsvegur 52, Reykjavik
The price is NZ$290 per night from 23 May to 24 May
NZ$290
per night
23 May - 24 May
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel. Modern and very clean. I never heard the planes or any noise despite being literally next to the airport. Staff was professional, kind and helpful. Great stay! I would recommend but I would have a car as the bus doesn't run often and the walk to downtown can be a little tricky if ..."

Reviewed on 7 May 2024

Reykjavik Natura - Berjaya Iceland Hotels
Alda Hotel Reykjavik
Alda Hotel Reykjavik
4 out of 5
Laugavegur 66-68, Reykjavik
The price is NZ$376 per night from 14 May to 15 May
NZ$376
per night
14 May - 15 May
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,003 reviews)
"The hotel is located in a walkable downtown area. Street parking was required but available."

Reviewed on 9 May 2024

Alda Hotel Reykjavik
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Other neighbourhoods around Vesturbær

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Grandar

Grandar might not have many top sights, but Reykjavik Harbour and Landakotskirkja are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Grandar
Reykjavik featuring interior views, a church or cathedral and religious aspects

Downtown Reykjavik

4.5/5(14 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Downtown Reykjavik, Hallgrimskirkja and Reykjavik Free Church are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Reykjavik
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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.

Norðurmýri
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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.

Holt
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Hlíðar

4.5/5(14 area reviews)

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

Hlíðar
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Tún

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

Tún

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