Árbær
Popular places to visit
Árbær Open Air Museum
See what life was like throughout the ages through this open-air museum’s collection of more than 20 historical buildings and a small farm.
Reykjavik Harbour
Once a maritime and fishing precinct, the Old Harbour now buzzes with restaurants, cafés and tour boat operators.
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.
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.
Perlan
This unusual glass-domed structure combines the practical aspects of the city’s water heating system with spectacular architectural vision.
Things to do
Reykjavík: Multi-Sensory Art Installation Chromo Sapiens
Exclusive dinner with a local family - Visit a Reykjavík home
Landmannalaugar and Hekla Volcano Day Trip by Superjeep from Reykjavik
Northern Lights Superjeep Tour from Reykjavik
Private Monster Truck Landmannalaugar and Hekla Volcano Day Trip
Eyjafjallajokull and Thorsmork Experience
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Other neighbourhoods around Árbær
Grafarholt
Grafarholt might not have many top sights, but Árbær Open Air Museum and Laugardalsholl are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Bakkar
While Bakkar may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Árbær Open Air Museum and Sundlaugin Versolum Swimming Pool.
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 Sundlaugin Versolum Swimming Pool.
Hús
While Hús isn't home to many top sights, Árbær Open Air Museum and Reykjavik City Museums are some notable places to visit nearby.
Grafarvogur
While Grafarvogur may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Árbær Open Air Museum and Reykjavik Harbour.
Heimar
While Heimar isn't home to many top sights, Laugardalsholl and Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool are some notable places to visit nearby.