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

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
Reykjavik showing street scenes

Laugavegur

4.5/5(446 reviews)

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

4.5/5(466 reviews)

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

4.5/5(514 reviews)

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

4/5(235 reviews)

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
Perlan featuring modern architecture and a sunset

Perlan

4.5/5(260 reviews)

This unusual glass-domed structure combines the practical aspects of the city’s water heating system with spectacular architectural vision.

Perlan

Things to do

Blue Lagoon Admission with Transportation from Reykjavik

Blue Lagoon Admission with Transportation from Reykjavik

฿6,484
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

฿5,089
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

฿4,378
per adult
Golden Circle Tales, Tomato Farm & Kerid! Small Group Adventure
Reykjavik Classic Whale Watching Cruise

Faxa Bay Whale-Watching Cruise from Reykjavik half day tour

฿3,258
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Faxa Bay Whale-Watching Cruise from Reykjavik half day tour
Snaefellsnes Small Group Tour with Homemade Meal from Reykjavik

Snaefellsnes Small Group Tour with Homemade Meal from Reykjavik

฿7,110
per adult
Snaefellsnes Small Group Tour with Homemade Meal from Reykjavik
Scuba diving group in Arctic waters

Small Group Diving in the Silfra Fissure + Free Underwater Photos

฿9,396
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Small Group Diving in the Silfra Fissure + Free Underwater Photos
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Top hotels in Grafarvogur

Reykjavik Domes
Reykjavik Domes
2.5 out of 5
Gufunesvegur, Reykjavik
The price is ฿8,605 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
฿8,605
฿9,765 total
7 Jul - 8 Jul
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (60 reviews)
"The dome was awesome. They added a nice welcome gift and note. The set up in the dome is cool and relaxing. Only, SLIGHT opportunity, wouldn’t impact future stats, add additional shower area with a little more privacy. Outside of that it was a great experience and plan to stay there on future ..."

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2025

Reykjavik Domes
Fosshotel Reykjavik
Fosshotel Reykjavik
4 out of 5
Þórunnartún 1 - Höfðatorg, Reykjavik
The price is ฿8,670 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
฿8,670
฿9,838 total
7 Jul - 8 Jul
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! (1,018 reviews)
"Staff is courageous and very professional."

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2025

Fosshotel Reykjavik
CityHub Reykjavik
CityHub Reykjavik
3 out of 5
46 Hverfisgata, Reykjavik, Reykjavíkurborg
The price is ฿3,861 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
฿3,861
฿4,501 total
7 Jul - 8 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Reykjavik Harbour and Hallgrimskirkja ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (151 reviews)
"Location"

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2025

CityHub Reykjavik
Hotel Fron
Hotel Fron
3 out of 5
Laugavegur 22A, Reykjavik
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Great location, friendly staff, nice rooms."

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2025

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Alda Hotel Reykjavik
Alda Hotel Reykjavik
4 out of 5
Laugavegur 66-68, Reykjavik
The price is ฿13,294 per night from 8 Jul to 9 Jul
฿13,294
฿14,970 total
8 Jul - 9 Jul
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! (1,020 reviews)
"Excellent location central to downtown and everything is in walking distance. Plenty to do. Great service. The rooms are small but all rooms are small in Iceland. If we do come back to Reykjavik we will definitely have stay here again."

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2025

Alda Hotel Reykjavik
Hotel Reykjavík Grand
Hotel Reykjavík Grand
4 out of 5
Sigtun 28, Reykjavik
The price is ฿11,921 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
฿11,921
฿13,446 total
7 Jul - 8 Jul
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! (1,007 reviews)
"Good location if you like to walk. Friendly staff and an amazing restaurant. Also a very friendly cat Dulla."

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2025

Hotel Reykjavík Grand
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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 Grasagardur Botanical Garden or Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool.

Laugardalur
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Heimar

While Heimar isn't home to many top sights, Grasagardur Botanical Garden and Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool 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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