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 top-notch restaurants and great live music in this walkable 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

Lava Show Reykjavik Admission Ticket - Optional Premium Upgrade

€41
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Lava Show Reykjavik Admission Ticket - Optional Premium Upgrade
Enchanted Northern Lights: Hot chocolate & Photos - Small Group!

Enchanted Northern Lights: Hot chocolate & Photos - Small Group!

€127
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Enchanted Northern Lights: Hot chocolate & Photos - Small Group!
Cave in Iceland

Small Group Lava Cave, Hot Spring & Waterfalls

€185
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Small Group Lava Cave, Hot Spring & Waterfalls
Northern Lights Yacht Cruise in Reykjavik

Northern Lights Yacht Cruise in Reykjavik

€90
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Northern Lights Yacht Cruise in Reykjavik
Reykjavik Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

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

€40
per adult
City Sightseeing Reykjavik Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Optional Extras
Northern Lights Midnight Adventure from Reykjavík

Northern Lights Midnight Adventure from Reykjavík

€110
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Northern Lights Midnight Adventure from 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 €198 per night from 10 Feb to 11 Feb
€198
includes taxes & fees
10 Feb - 11 Feb
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! (985 reviews)
"Very comfortable, nice spa, quiet room, close to attractions."

Reviewed on 3 Feb 2025

Grandi by Center Hotels
Reykjavik Marina - Berjaya Iceland Hotels
Reykjavik Marina - Berjaya Iceland Hotels
4 out of 5
Mýrargata 2, Reykjavik
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €184 per night from 13 Feb to 14 Feb
€184
includes taxes & fees
13 Feb - 14 Feb
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Beautiful conference room where I could close the door for phone calls. Cinema that you can book to plug your laptop in for a screening. Food is fairly mediocre."

Reviewed on 3 Feb 2025

Reykjavik Marina - Berjaya Iceland Hotels
Day Dream Vesturgata 17
Day Dream Vesturgata 17
2 out of 5
17 Vesturgata, Reykjavik
The price is €212 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
€212
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Stay at this aparthotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and cable TV channels. Popular attractions Reykjavik Harbour and Harpa are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (25 reviews)
"Clean and close to the shops, very basic kitchen, equipped well enough for simple meals."

Reviewed on 30 Jan 2025

Day Dream Vesturgata 17
Hotel Local 101
Hotel Local 101
3 out of 5
Ranargata 4a, Reykjavik
The price is €125 per night from 11 Feb to 12 Feb
€125
includes taxes & fees
11 Feb - 12 Feb
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (133 reviews)
"Wonderful stay, very clean, nice room. A little small, but we knew that beforehand and it was perfectly fine"

Reviewed on 5 Nov 2024

Hotel Local 101
Reykjavik Natura - Berjaya Iceland Hotels
Reykjavik Natura - Berjaya Iceland Hotels
4 out of 5
Nautholsvegur 52, Reykjavik
The price is €166 per night from 25 Feb to 26 Feb
€166
includes taxes & fees
25 Feb - 26 Feb
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Just an absolutely incredible experience with everything."

Reviewed on 30 Jan 2025

Reykjavik Natura - Berjaya Iceland Hotels
Miðgarður by Center Hotels
Miðgarður by Center Hotels
4 out of 5
Laugavegur 120, Reykjavik
The price is €187 per night from 12 Feb to 13 Feb
€187
includes taxes & fees
12 Feb - 13 Feb
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 spa tubs. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,084 reviews)
"It was central to Rainbow Street and shopping. Staff were kind and helpful! Love it! Parking isn't great!"

Reviewed on 3 Feb 2025

Miðgarður by Center Hotels
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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 Pond 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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