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.

Iceland Phallological Museum
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Iceland Phallological Museum in Reykjavik. Make time for the shops and local tours in this culturally rich area.

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.
Downtown Reykjavik Hotel Deals

Center Hotels Plaza
Clean room, awesome location
Reviewed on Dec 19, 2025

The Reykjavik EDITION
Amazing experience for my birthday, the staff are super accommodating and couldn’t be nicer! Lovely hotel, spa is super nice too! Highly recommend Tides restaurant, the food is so delicious, with unique flavours. The staff at Tides had exceptional service!!
Reviewed on Dec 17, 2025

Alda Hotel Reykjavik
My only disappointment was that the breakfast and parking where very expensive
Reviewed on Dec 20, 2025

KEX Hostel and Hotel Reykjavik
What an amazing hostel. Really liked this place. Felt very safe, spacious, clean, comfy beds. Great storage space in kitchen for food and to cook. Lots of seating on each floor. Fantastic reception and staff. Ideal location, stunning views and seen the northern lights across the road from the hostel. ...
Reviewed on Dec 20, 2025

CityHub Reykjavik
Clean, comfy bed and concierge welcoming
Reviewed on Dec 17, 2025

Kvosin Downtown Hotel
Wonderful hotel within a short walking distance to shopping and restaurants. Definitely recommend!
Reviewed on Dec 21, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Downtown Reykjavik

Norðurmýri
Home to artists and scholars, Norðurmýri boasts the nearby Reykjavík Art Museum (Kjarvalsstaðir) in central Reykjavík, Iceland.

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

Holt
While Holt isn't home to many top sights, Reykjavik Harbour and Laugavegur are some notable places to visit nearby.

Vesturbær
Mostly residential with a touch of commercial activity at Grandi harbor, this district boasts the University of Iceland and the community-centered Vesturbæjarlaug swimming pool.

Grandar
While Grandar might 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 Aurora Reykjavík Northern Lights Center.

Hlíðar
Though Hlíðar might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Reykjavik Harbour and Perlan.
