Vesturbær

Reykjavik

Reykjavik Harbour showing a bay or harbour, boating and general coastal views
Vesturbær
Cathedral of Christ the King showing a church or cathedral and interior views
Reykjavik Harbour which includes boating, a bay or harbour and general coastal views
Cathedral of Christ the King which includes a church or cathedral

Popular places to visit

Reykjavik Harbour which includes outdoor art, a sunset and general coastal views

Reykjavik Harbour

4.5/5(694 reviews)

Once a maritime and fishing precinct, the Old Harbour now buzzes with restaurants, cafés and tour boat operators.

Reykjavik Harbour
University of Iceland

University of Iceland

4/5(33 reviews)

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.

University of Iceland
Elding Reykjavik Whale Watching

Elding Reykjavik Whale Watching

4.5/5(46 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Elding Reykjavik Whale Watching during your stay in Reykjavik. Stroll along the waterfront in this culturally rich area or seek out the local tours.

Elding Reykjavik Whale Watching
Cathedral of Christ the King which includes a church or cathedral

Landakotskirkja

4.5/5(107 reviews)

Check out the gleaming gray-stone façade and tall tower of this neo-Gothic cathedral and its interior illuminated by beautifully colored windows and candlelight.

Landakotskirkja

Aurora Reykjavík Northern Lights Center

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Aurora Reykjavík Northern Lights Center in Reykjavik. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this walkable area.

Aurora Reykjavík Northern Lights Center

Saga Museum

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Saga Museum during your trip to Reykjavik. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Saga Museum

Things to do

Lava Show Reykjavik Admission Ticket - Optional Premium Upgrade

Lava Show Reykjavik Admission Ticket - Optional Premium Upgrade

€45
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Lava Show Reykjavik Admission Ticket - Optional Premium Upgrade
Cave in Iceland

Small Group Lava Cave, Hot Spring & Waterfalls

€185
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Small Group Lava Cave, Hot Spring & Waterfalls
Reykjavik Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

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

€37
per adult
City Sightseeing Reykjavik Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Optional Extras
Whale Watching

Whale Watching Tour with Professional Guide from Reykjavik

€68
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Whale Watching Tour with Professional Guide from Reykjavik
FlyOver Iceland

FlyOver Iceland Admission Ticket

€39
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
FlyOver Iceland Admission Ticket
Unforgettable and Fabulous Northern Lights in Reykjavík

Unforgettable and Fabulous Northern Lights in Reykjavík

€202
per adult
Unforgettable and Fabulous Northern Lights in Reykjavík
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Top hotels in Vesturbær

Grandi by Center Hotels
Grandi by Center Hotels
4 out of 5
Seljavegur 2, Reykjavik
The price is €287 per night from 21 Jul to 22 Jul
€287
21 Jul - 22 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,178 reviews)
"Loved the property and the staff. In an excellent location, walking distance from the center and many restaurants."

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2025

Grandi by Center Hotels
Reykjavik Marina - Berjaya Iceland Hotels
Reykjavik Marina - Berjaya Iceland Hotels
4 out of 5
Mýrargata 2, Reykjavik
The price is €343 per night from 8 Jul to 9 Jul
€343
8 Jul - 9 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free WiFi, a marina, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
"This is the place to stay in Iceland. Literally on the harbor, near some great restaurants and very close to the old city centre. Staff is amazing, nicest people I have ever met. I would go back. We rented the junior suite, it was on the first floor and was called a residence not a hotel room. Bathroom ..."

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2025

Reykjavik Marina - Berjaya Iceland Hotels
Day Dream Vesturgata 17
Day Dream Vesturgata 17
2 out of 5
17 Vesturgata, Reykjavik
The price is €199 per night from 9 Jul to 10 Jul
€199
9 Jul - 10 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and cable TV channels. Popular attractions Reykjavik Harbour and Harpa are located ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (62 reviews)
"It was very comfortable!"

Reviewed on 28 Jun 2025

Day Dream Vesturgata 17
Fosshotel Reykjavik
Fosshotel Reykjavik
4 out of 5
Þórunnartún 1 - Höfðatorg, Reykjavik
The price is €258 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
€258
7 Jul - 8 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,016 reviews)
"Cleanliness"

Reviewed on 27 Jun 2025

Fosshotel Reykjavik
CityHub Reykjavik
CityHub Reykjavik
3 out of 5
46 Hverfisgata, Reykjavik, Reykjavíkurborg
The price is €118 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
€118
7 Jul - 8 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Reykjavik Harbour and Hallgrimskirkja ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (150 reviews)
"Location"

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2025

CityHub Reykjavik
Hotel Fron
Hotel Fron
3 out of 5
Laugavegur 22A, Reykjavik
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Everything was great, but housekeeping. They said they offer coffee in the room, but I had to go to the front desk ever to get it."

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Vesturbær

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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.

Grandar
Reykjavik featuring interior views, a church or cathedral and religious aspects

Downtown Reykjavik

5/5(281 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Downtown Reykjavik, Hallgrimskirkja and Reykjavik Free Church are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Reykjavik
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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.

Norðurmýri
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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.

Holt
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Hlíðar

4.5/5(164 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.

Hlíðar
Reykjavik featuring fashion and shopping

Tún

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

Tún

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