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.
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
With its magnificent tower, this church is one of Reykjavík’s most famous landmarks, dominating the skyline and serving as a useful compass point.
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.
Reykjavík Cathedral
This humble church is Reykjavík’s oldest. It holds great historical importance as both the center of Iceland’s Lutheran faith and the birthplace of independence.
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.
Things to do
Lava Show Reykjavik Admission Ticket - Optional Premium Upgrade
City Sightseeing Reykjavik Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Optional Extras
Grand Golden Circle with Volcanic Crater Full Day Tour
Southern Iceland Full Day Tour, Black Sand Beaches & More
Golden Circle, Kerid Crater & Blue Lagoon Admission Tickets
Meradalir Active Volcano Hike and Reykjanes Tour from Reykjavik
Top hotels in Downtown Reykjavik
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
Alda Hotel Reykjavik
Very clean , couple of negatives , room 326 only had one bedside table so we had nowhere to put phone, water, book etc: there was also no drawers to put underwear or socks in !
Reviewed on 5 Jan, 2026
KEX Hostel and Hotel Reykjavik
Staff gave helpful advice and it was a great central location from which to explore the city and give our kids their first hostel experience!
Reviewed on 1 Jan, 2026
CityHub Reykjavik
The room was perfect for us! Everything was very clean, we had everything we needed! Storm, our CityHost, was incredible! We loved chatting with him and he was so helpful. He had great suggestions and amazingly helpful.
Reviewed on 26 Dec, 2025
Kvosin Downtown Hotel
This is a really beautiful place. Very welcoming and warm staff. Complimentary coffee, teas and pastries in reception. We visited just after Christmas time and it was decorated beautifully. We stayed in a bigger room and the children used the bed settee. It was set up when we arrived. Individual ...
Reviewed on 31 Dec, 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.
Tún
If you're spending some time in Tún, Hofdi House and Laugavegur are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Hlíðar
Though Hlíðar may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Reykjavik Harbour and Perlan.
