Grafarholt Travel Guide
Reykjavik
Visit Grafarholt
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
Reykjavík: National Museum of Iceland Entry Ticket
Sky Lagoon Geothermal Spa Experience including Admission and Transfers
Top hotels in Grafarholt
Fosshotel Reykjavik
Very nice property and very convenient location wise!
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
The Reykjavik EDITION
Staff was extremely pleasant and helpful. Spotlessly clean. Messaged ahead to ask our arrival time and and room was ready even though it was ahead of official check in time, which was a lovely touch
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Grandi by Center Hotels
We stayed at Grandi by Centre Hotels for 5 nights and from start to finish it was fantastic. The staff were super helpful and friendly and helped with any questions we had. The room was lovely. We had a balcony, no furniture but we made do with what we had. When we arrived to the room I was greeted ...
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Alda Hotel Reykjavik
Highly recommend Alda hotel. Not only for their excellent location but the staff is amazing and very kind. Violeta was very informative prior to our trip about some accommodations for transportation until checkout. She was the sweetest and funniest person. The hotel has many amenities that makes ...
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
CityHub Reykjavik
It was amazing
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Reykjavik Residence Hotel
We did not get the breakfast option , decided to eat locally , so close to the main st for shopping and dining
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Grafarholt
Hús
While Hús isn't home to many top sights, Árbær Open Air Museum and Arbaejarlaug are some notable places to visit nearby.
Árbær
While visiting Árbær, you might make a stop by sights like Reykjavik City Museums and Arbaejarlaug.
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 Reykjavik Harbour.
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.
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 Arbaejarlaug.
Heimar
While Heimar isn't home to many top sights, Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool and Grasagardur Botanical Garden are some notable places to visit nearby.
