Háaleiti Travel Guide
Reykjavik
Popular places to visit
Reykjavik Harbour
Once a maritime and fishing precinct, the Old Harbour now buzzes with restaurants, cafés and tour boat operators.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
City Sightseeing Reykjavik Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Optional Extras
Lava Show Reykjavik Admission Ticket - Optional Premium Upgrade
Whale Watching Tour with Professional Guide from Reykjavik
Reykjavík: National Museum of Iceland Entry Ticket
Icelandic Horseback Riding Tour with Pickup Option from Reykjavik
Top hotels in Háaleiti
Hotel Ísland - Spa & Wellness Hotel
The staff was polite and it was overall a great and clean hotel!
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Hótel Múli
Modern, clean and spacious room. Good and healthy breakfast. Friendly staff. Half an hour walk to downtown
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
ODDSSON Midtown Hotel
The hotel was clean check in was unique. Breakfast was delicious
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Hilton Reykjavik Nordica
Staff was nice, hotel was clean, close to some good food options. Easy to ask for a taxi at the front desk, and rooms are quiet.
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Reykjavik Lights by Keahotels
Our stay was great! The front desk was extremely knowledgeable about the city, the location was beautiful (right outside of downtown, about a mile walk), and the Icelandic breakfast was incredible. I will be thinking about the skyr and pecan pastries.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Hotel Lotus
The host was incredible! Very attentive and gracious
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Háaleiti
Heimar
While Heimar isn't home to many top sights, Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool and Grasagardur Botanical Garden are some notable places to visit nearby.
Teigar
While Teigar isn't home to many top sights, Reykjavik Harbour and Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool are some notable places to visit nearby.
Holt
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Holt and surrounding area, you can visit Reykjavik Harbour and Laugavegur.
Laugardalur
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.
Hlíðar
Though Hlíðar may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Reykjavik Harbour and Perlan.
Tún
If you're spending some time in Tún, Laugavegur and Hofdi House are top sights worth seeing.
