Vesturbær

Reykjavik
Cathedral of Christ the King featuring religious elements, interior views and a church or cathedral

Popular places to visit

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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
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University of Iceland

4/5(33 reviews)

Walk around the campus at University of Iceland as part of your travels around Reykjavik. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this walkable area.

University of Iceland
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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
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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
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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
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Reykjavík Maritime Museum

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Reykjavík Maritime Museum during your travels in Reykjavik. Stroll along the waterfront or experience the acclaimed theatre scene in this culturally rich area.

Reykjavík Maritime Museum

Things to do

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Whale Watching Tour with Professional Guide from Reykjavik

€81
Per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Whale Watching Tour with Professional Guide from Reykjavik
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Reykjavík: Whale Watching Cruise on the Amelia Rose Yacht

€83
Per adult
Reykjavík: Whale Watching Cruise on the Amelia Rose Yacht
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Reykjavík: Whale Watching and Marine Life Cruise

€82
Per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Reykjavík: Whale Watching and Marine Life Cruise
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Snaefellsnes Small Group Tour with Homemade Meal from Reykjavik

€187
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Snaefellsnes Small Group Tour with Homemade Meal from Reykjavik
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FlyOver Iceland Admission Ticket

€39
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
FlyOver Iceland Admission Ticket
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Lava Show Reykjavik Admission Ticket - Optional Premium Upgrade

€39
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Lava Show Reykjavik Admission Ticket - Optional Premium Upgrade
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Top hotels in Vesturbær

Hotel Local 101
Hotel Local 101
3 out of 5
Ranargata 4a, Reykjavik
The price is €126 per night from 28 May to 29 May
€126
per night
28 May - 29 May
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Popular attractions Reykjavik Harbour and Hallgrimskirkja ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (49 reviews)
"I had an exceptional stay at this recently renovated boutique hotel! Redone with style and flair without being pretentious. Breakfast was a treat with everything I wanted! Staff were very friendly and helpful. Ask David about the elevator story!"

Reviewed on 1 May 2024

Hotel Local 101
Reykjavik Marina - Berjaya Iceland Hotels
Reykjavik Marina - Berjaya Iceland Hotels
4 out of 5
Mýrargata 2, Reykjavik
The price is €151 per night from 28 May to 29 May
€151
per night
28 May - 29 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free WiFi, a marina, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"The room is exactly what I needed for a short stay in Reykjavik… the staff is very kind and always willing to help. I also appreciated the green initiative to forego housekeeping service. The lobby is great to hang out and the restaurant has a lovely atmosphere."

Reviewed on 17 May 2024

Reykjavik Marina - Berjaya Iceland Hotels
Grandi by Center Hotels
Grandi by Center Hotels
4 out of 5
Seljavegur 2, Reykjavik
The price is €180 per night from 24 May to 25 May
€180
per night
24 May - 25 May
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (574 reviews)
Good hotel
"Travelled for business. Good room, quiet and reasonable space and with blackout curtains. Breakfast was good. Staff was really friendly and helpful. Located a short walk from the city centre."

Reviewed on 15 May 2024

Grandi by Center Hotels
Reykjavik Natura - Berjaya Iceland Hotels
Reykjavik Natura - Berjaya Iceland Hotels
4 out of 5
Nautholsvegur 52, Reykjavik
The price is €165 per night from 30 May to 31 May
€165
per night
30 May - 31 May
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel. Modern and very clean. I never heard the planes or any noise despite being literally next to the airport. Staff was professional, kind and helpful. Great stay! I would recommend but I would have a car as the bus doesn't run often and the walk to downtown can be a little tricky if ..."

Reviewed on 7 May 2024

Reykjavik Natura - Berjaya Iceland Hotels
Center Hotels Plaza
Center Hotels Plaza
3.5 out of 5
Adalstraeti 4, Reykjavik
The price is €166 per night from 24 May to 25 May
€166
per night
24 May - 25 May
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,064 reviews)
"Staff were courteous and friendly"

Reviewed on 16 May 2024

Center Hotels Plaza
Exeter Hotel
Exeter Hotel
4 out of 5
Tryggvagata 12, Reykjavik
The price is €150 per night from 23 May to 24 May
€150
per night
23 May - 24 May
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (916 reviews)
"It was a great stay. Clean, convenient and comfortable. Easy to walk around. Room is very quiet and well protected from noise."

Reviewed on 10 May 2024

Exeter Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Vesturbær

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Grandar

Grandar might not have many top sights, but Reykjavik Harbour and Landakotskirkja 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
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Tún

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

Tún

Vesturbær

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