Grafarvogur Travel Guide

Reykjavik

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Popular places to visit

Reykjavik Harbour showing outdoor art, a sunset and general coastal views

Reykjavik Harbour

Once a maritime and fishing precinct, the Old Harbour now buzzes with restaurants, cafés and tour boat operators.

Reykjavik Harbour
Reykjavik showing street scenes

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.

Laugavegur
Harpa featuring a bay or harbour, modern architecture and general coastal views

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.

Harpa
Hallgrimskirkja showing general coastal views, a church or cathedral and a sunset

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.

Hallgrimskirkja
Reykjavik City Hall featuring interior views as well as a large group of people

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.

Reykjavik City Hall
University of Iceland

University of Iceland

Walk around the campus at University of Iceland as part of your travels around Reykjavik. Discover the lively bars and great live music in this culturally rich area.

University of Iceland

Things to do

Blue Lagoon Admission with Transportation from Reykjavik

Blue Lagoon Admission with Transportation from Reykjavik

฿6,500
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Blue Lagoon Admission with Transportation from Reykjavik
South Coast Sagas: Small Group Tour from Reykjavik

South Coast Sagas: Small Group Tour from Reykjavik

฿5,166
per adult
South Coast Sagas: Small Group Tour from Reykjavik
Golden Circle Tales, Tomato Farm & Kerid! Small Group Adventure

Golden Circle Tales, Tomato Farm & Kerid! Small Group Adventure

฿4,444
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Golden Circle Tales, Tomato Farm & Kerid! Small Group Adventure
Snaefellsnes Small Group Tour with Homemade Meal from Reykjavik

Snaefellsnes Small Group Tour with Homemade Meal from Reykjavik

฿7,217
per adult
Snaefellsnes Small Group Tour with Homemade Meal from Reykjavik
Reykjavik Classic Whale Watching Cruise

Faxa Bay Whale-Watching Cruise from Reykjavik half day tour

฿3,267
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Faxa Bay Whale-Watching Cruise from Reykjavik half day tour
Waterfalls off of a cliff into a bay in Iceland

6-Day Small-Group Around Iceland Grand Tour

฿77,752
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
6-Day Small-Group Around Iceland Grand Tour
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Top hotels in Grafarvogur

Reykjavik Domes

Reykjavik Domes

2.5 out of 5
Gufunesvegur, Reykjavik
The price is ฿8,850 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
฿8,850
฿10,036 total
27 Aug - 28 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this lodge in Reykjavik. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Reykjavik Harbour and Laugavegur are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (69 reviews)
"loved the place, would go back"

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

Reykjavik Domes
Fosshotel Reykjavik

Fosshotel Reykjavik

4 out of 5
Þórunnartún 1 - Höfðatorg, Reykjavik
The price is ฿8,577 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
฿8,577
฿9,732 total
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,011 reviews)
"The parking options weren’t ideal yet the staff helped us avoid high costs of the ramp. We walked to city center yet drove to sky lagoon. The beer garden was great after a long day of adventures. The breakfast buffet was wonderful - lots of fresh food and bakery items."

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025

Fosshotel Reykjavik
Hotel Reykjavík Grand

Hotel Reykjavík Grand

4 out of 5
Sigtun 28, Reykjavik
The price is ฿11,911 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
฿11,911
฿13,433 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"The drapes were a couple inches too short to cover the whole window so I woke up at sunrise every day. The shower was a weird design and water got all over the toilet area. Other than those two things, we had a very nice stay. The breakfast was very good. The desk clerks were very nice. The room ..."

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025

Hotel Reykjavík Grand
Alda Hotel Reykjavik

Alda Hotel Reykjavik

4 out of 5
Laugavegur 66-68, Reykjavik
The price is ฿10,657 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
฿10,657
฿12,042 total
8 Sept - 9 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Great hotel in a great location"

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025

Alda Hotel Reykjavik
CityHub Reykjavik

CityHub Reykjavik

2 out of 5
46 Hverfisgata, Reykjavik, Reykjavíkurborg
The price is ฿4,632 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
฿4,632
฿5,354 total
8 Sept - 9 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Reykjavik Harbour and Hallgrimskirkja ...
9/10 Wonderful! (249 reviews)
"I cannot speak highly enough of this hotel. I felt like I was in a womb, and slept so well! And plenty of convenient places spaces for luggage and gear. The staff was amazing and always available to help. I would come back to Reykjavik if only to stay here again. Wonderful!!!"

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025

CityHub Reykjavik
Reykjavik Natura - Berjaya Iceland Hotels

Reykjavik Natura - Berjaya Iceland Hotels

4 out of 5
Nautholsvegur 52, Reykjavik
The price is ฿7,936 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
฿7,936
฿9,021 total
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Clean property. The outside looks like a Russian office building- much different inside. Central location."

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025

Reykjavik Natura - Berjaya Iceland Hotels
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Other neighbourhoods around Grafarvogur

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Hús

While Hús isn't home to many top sights, Árbær Open Air Museum and Arbaejarlaug are some notable places to visit nearby.

Hús
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Grafarholt

Grafarholt might not have many top sights, but Arbaejarlaug and Árbær Open Air Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Grafarholt
Arbaejarsafn which includes caves and heritage elements

Árbær

While visiting Árbær, you might make a stop by sights like Reykjavik City Museums and Arbaejarlaug.

Árbær
Reykjavik featuring fashion and shopping

Laugardalur

4/5(29 area reviews)

Laugardalur is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool or Laugavegur.

Laugardalur
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Heimar

While Heimar isn't home to many top sights, Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool and Grasagardur Botanical Garden are some notable places to visit nearby.

Heimar
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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 Arbaejarlaug.

Bakkar

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