Laekir 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.
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.
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
Sky Lagoon Entrance Ticket Including 7-Step Ritual
Whale Watching Tour with Professional Guide from Reykjavik
Golden Circle, Kerid Crater & Blue Lagoon Admission Tickets
Reykjavík: National Museum of Iceland Entry Ticket
Top hotels in Laekir
Fosshotel Reykjavik
Very friendly and helpful staff, everyone was super professional. Breakfast was well prepared, clean and fresh food everyday, lots of gluten free choices.Attentive service when we needed anything extra. Would definitely stay again!
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Center Hotels Plaza
Hotel is in an excellent location, right in the heart of Reykjavik with great transport links and easily accessible. Staff on the front desk were warm and welcoming and catered to our needs. The room was clean and spacious, and we were on the 8th floor which had an amazing view over the city. Overall, ...
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Grandi by Center Hotels
Clean rooms. Great location! Friendly staff
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Alda Hotel Reykjavik
Very clean , couple of negatives , room 326 only had one bedside table so we had nowhere to put phone, water, book etc: there was also no drawers to put underwear or socks in !
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Hotel Reykjavík Grand
Spacious rooms. Hotel is pretty and staff was great.
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
The Reykjavik EDITION
First class. A true 5 star experience. Just quite pricey
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Laekir
Teigar
While Teigar isn't home to many top sights, Reykjavik Harbour and Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool are some notable places to visit nearby.
Tún
If you're spending some time in Tún, Hofdi House and Laugavegur are top sights worth seeing.
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 Hofdi House.
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.
Háaleiti
When in Háaleiti, you can plan a visit to Kringlan Shopping Mall and Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Heimar
While Heimar isn't home to many top sights, Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool and Grasagardur Botanical Garden are some notable places to visit nearby.
