Bakkar
Reykjavik
Popular places to visit
Reykjavik Harbour
Once a maritime and fishing precinct, the Old Harbour now buzzes with restaurants, cafés and tour boat operators.
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.
University of Iceland
Walk around the campus at University of Iceland as part of your travels around Reykjavik. Discover the lively bars and great live music in this culturally rich area.
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 Bakkar
Fosshotel Reykjavik
Excellent staff, very kind and supportive! Highly recommended
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
The Reykjavik EDITION
Everyone was very friendly and accommodating. One comment: It's quite dark in the room, especially with little daylight outside...
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Grandi by Center Hotels
Spotless rooms, lovely and friendly staff. Even had a hotel cat
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Alda Hotel Reykjavik
The staff were very helpful and kind, the room was perfect for our needs and the breakfast was fabulous.
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
CityHub Reykjavik
The staff was super friendly and beyond helpful regarding directions, reservations for taxis, and excellent restaurant recommendations. The rooms are adequate in size (for a pod) super clean everything! The bathrooms were spotless, the dinning area is open and well lit (i visited during late autumn). ...
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Reykjavik Natura - Berjaya Iceland Hotels
Next to volcano he’ll tours. Close to city centre
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Bakkar
Breidholt
While there might not be top attractions in Breidholt, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Árbær Open Air Museum and Arbaejarlaug.
Árbær
While visiting Árbær, you might make a stop by sights like Reykjavik City Museums and Arbaejarlaug.
Heimar
While Heimar isn't home to many top sights, Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool and Grasagardur Botanical Garden are some notable places to visit nearby.
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 Hofdi House.
Háaleiti
When in Háaleiti, you can plan a visit to Kringlan Shopping Mall and Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Grafarholt
Grafarholt might not have many top sights, but Arbaejarlaug and Árbær Open Air Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
