Grandar 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 Grandar
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 Grandar
Vesturbær
The abundant dining options and waterfront views are top of the list for many visitors to Vesturbær. A stop by Reykjavik Harbour or Landakotskirkja might round out your trip.
Downtown Reykjavik
If you're spending some time in Downtown Reykjavik, Hallgrimskirkja and National Gallery of Iceland are top sights worth seeing.
Norðurmýri
While Norðurmýri may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Reykjavik Harbour and Hallgrimskirkja.
Tún
If you're spending some time in Tún, Laugavegur and Hofdi House are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Hlíðar
Though Hlíðar may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Reykjavik Harbour and Perlan.
