Grafarvogur Travel Guide
Reykjavik
Visit Grafarvogur
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 Grafarvogur
The Reykjavik EDITION
Excellent and friendly staff. The best service ever!
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Grandi by Center Hotels
Clean and staff super friendly. Rooms spaciousm Only issue was the heating which was a bit fiddly.
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Center Hotels Plaza
Everything!!! The room was so clean & spacious. The staff was absolutely amazing & so informative. The location was top tier for us.
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
Alda Hotel Reykjavik
Courteous and helpful staff, great location.
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026
Center Hotels Laugavegur
Nice hotel and great location - bus stop 9 was literally outside the building. It's a stop on many of the tours and so super convenient. Staff also very helpful and friendly.
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Hotel Reykjavík Grand
The stay was amazing. The staff was exceptional. Treated us like Family.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Grafarvogur
Hús
While Hús isn't home to many top sights, Árbær Open Air Museum and Arbaejarlaug are some notable places to visit nearby.
Grafarholt
Grafarholt might not have many top sights, but Arbaejarlaug and Árbær Open Air Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Árbær
While visiting Árbær, you might make a stop by sights like Reykjavik City Museums and Arbaejarlaug.
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.
Heimar
While Heimar isn't home to many top sights, Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool and Grasagardur Botanical Garden are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
