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

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

Lava Show Reykjavik Admission Ticket - Optional Premium Upgrade

From Reykjavik: Northern Lights Bus Tour with Hot Cocoa

Sky Lagoon Entrance Ticket Including 7-Step Ritual

Reykjavík: National Museum of Iceland Entry Ticket

Golden Circle, Kerid Crater & Blue Lagoon Admission Tickets
Top hotels in Downtown Reykjavik

Center Hotels Plaza
Hotel is in an excellent location, right in the heart of Reykjavik with great transport links and easily accessible. Staff on the front desk were warm and welcoming and catered to our needs. The room was clean and spacious, and we were on the 8th floor which had an amazing view over the city. Overall, ...
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026

The Reykjavik EDITION
The whole staff is amazing and take really good care of their guest !
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026

Alda Hotel Reykjavik
The room was spotless, the staff were great, and the overall aesthetic was very cozy. I'm not giving this hotel 5 stars for two reasons: first, the cold water in the bathroom of our room smelled like rotten eggs which I found out from a local Icelander is due to hot water leaking into the cold water ...
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026

KEX Hostel and Hotel Reykjavik
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Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026

CityHub Reykjavik
Perfect location, clean, friendly staff, excellent amentities
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026

Kvosin Downtown Hotel
Clean and comfortable. Lovely staff and great location.
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
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.
