Downtown Reykjavik
Reykjavik





Visit Downtown Reykjavik
Popular places to visit

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
With its magnificent tower, this church is one of Reykjavík’s most famous landmarks, dominating the skyline and serving as a useful compass point.

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.

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 culturally rich area.

Parliament House
After visiting Parliament House, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Reykjavik. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.
Things to do

Lava Show Reykjavik Admission Ticket - Optional Premium Upgrade

Sky Lagoon Entrance Ticket Including 7-Step Ritual

Golden Circle, Kerid Crater & Blue Lagoon Admission Tickets

Glacier Lagoon (Jökulsárlón) Full Day Tour

Sky Lagoon Geothermal Spa Experience including Admission and Transfers
Top hotels in Downtown Reykjavik

The Reykjavik EDITION
Staff was extremely pleasant and helpful. Spotlessly clean. Messaged ahead to ask our arrival time and and room was ready even though it was ahead of official check in time, which was a lovely touch
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025

Alda Hotel Reykjavik
Lovely stay, great rooms. Coffee machine in each that was refilled with pods each day. Barbers on site which is useful. Center of the city and close to everything you'd need.
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025

KEX Hostel and Hotel Reykjavik
Fairly quiet, clean. I would stay there again.
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025

Reykjavik Residence Hotel
Awwsome hotel
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025

CityHub Reykjavik
It was amazing
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025

Center Hotels Arnarhvoll
Great location! Close to restaurants and public transportation. Great view from sky bar
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
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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.

