Southern Iceland
Travel Guide
Visit Southern Iceland
Where to stay in Southern Iceland
Downtown Reykjavik
Home to Iceland's national parliament and vibrant nightlife, Reykjavík City Center boasts landmarks like Tjörnin pond, Hallgrímskirkja, and lively Austurstræti and Bankastræti streets.
Háaleiti
While there might not be top attractions in Háaleiti, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Laugardalsholl and Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool.
Laugardalur
Just east of Reykjavík's city center, Laugardalur offers various recreational facilities, including the main stadium. Known as "hot spring valley," it's perfect for travelers seeking leisure activities.
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.
Tún
If you're spending some time in Tún, Hofdi House and Laugavegur are top sights worth seeing.
Hlíðar
Though Hlíðar might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Reykjavik Harbour and Perlan.
Hotel Reykjavík Grand
"Great choice, o close enough to downtown, yet had plenty of parking for car. Very clean and modern property. There is construction backside of the hotel so there is some noice during day. ( may 2026)"
Reviewed on May 30, 2026
CityHub Reykjavik
"Loved it here! A great place to start an adventure.. or to finish one!"
Reviewed on May 30, 2026
Hotel Vík í Mýrdal
"Great restaurant! The kids menu was a win. Also, their breakfast spread was solid and great coffee. The location is super central to everything :)"
Reviewed on May 31, 2026
Reykjavik Residence Apartment Hotel
"Very clean place. Loved the atmosphere"
Reviewed on May 30, 2026
Vík Apartments
"Fast check in and checkout with great places to eat right across the street. We did laundry since the 3 days prior we were on the road. No complaints, this place is great!"
Reviewed on May 30, 2026
Hotel Boli Keflavik
"The place was very nice and clean"
Reviewed on May 27, 2026
Popular places to visit
Reykjavik Harbour
Once a maritime and fishing precinct, the Old Harbour now buzzes with restaurants, cafés and tour boat operators.
Blue Lagoon
Soak away your aches, get a massage treatment and swim in the milky blue waters of this mineral-rich geothermal pool sculpted by lava in Grindavik.
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.
Black Sand Beach
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Black Sand Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Vik I Myrdal. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
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.
Geysir Hot Springs
Traverse this dramatic field of more than a dozen geysers and simmering mud pits resembling the end of the world.
