What to do in Reykjavik

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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.

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Háaleiti

4.5/5(5 area reviews)

When in Háaleiti, you can plan a visit to Kringlan Shopping Mall and Grasagardur Botanical Garden, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Háaleiti
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Laugardalur

5/5(1 area review)

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 Grasagardur Botanical Garden or Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool.

Laugardalur
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Tún

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

Tún
Reykjavik Harbour which includes a sunset, a bay or harbour and boating

Vesturbær

4.5/5(11 area reviews)

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.

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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.

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