Árbær Travel Guide
Reykjavik
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.
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.
University of Iceland
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.
Things to do
City Sightseeing Reykjavik Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Optional Extras
Sky Lagoon Admission Including Transfer
Lava Show Reykjavik Admission Ticket - Optional Premium Upgrade
Whale Watching Tour with Professional Guide from Reykjavik
Small Group Northern Lights Tour
Sky Lagoon Entrance Ticket Including 7-Step Ritual
Top hotels in Árbær
Center Hotels Plaza
Clean room, friendly staff, great breakfast to start the day. Good location however if you are a light sleeper the noise in the plaza might be a factor.
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Grandi by Center Hotels
They made us wait for our room till 12pm when we had arrived at 8am. The beds are like loose leaves. Super uncomfortable the sheets itch this hotel was honestly horrible . Do not stay here
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Hotel Reykjavík Grand
Lovely modern hotel with very friendly and helpful staff. Rooms a good size with lots of storage and very clean. Breakfast was excellent with so much choice. The only downside for us was the distance to the centre of Reykjavík, but not a major problem at all.
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
The Reykjavik EDITION
I loved this hotel.
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Alda Hotel Reykjavik
Very nice location and clean.
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Center Hotels Laugavegur
Simple convenient hotel in the city. Fabulous breakfast and always warm in the hotel, very important after a night trip. Modern bathroom and plenty of hot water. Only grumble was there for 3 nights and room wasn't cleaned or towels changed despite asking for daily cleaning on check in. All in all ...
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Árbær
Grafarholt
Grafarholt might not have many top sights, but Árbær Open Air Museum and Laugavegur 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 Laugavegur 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 Laugavegur.
Heimar
While Heimar isn't home to many top sights, Laugavegur and Laugardalsholl are some notable places to visit nearby.
