Árbær Travel Guide
Reykjavik





Popular places to visit

Árbær Open Air Museum
See what life was like throughout the ages through this open-air museum’s collection of more than 20 historical buildings and a small farm.

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.

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.

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.
Things to do

Reykjavík: Multi-Sensory Art Installation Chromo Sapiens

Chromo Sapiens Immerse Yourself in Color Texture and Sound

Landmannalaugar and Hekla Volcano Day Trip by Superjeep from Reykjavik

Private Superjeep Landmannalaugar and Hekla Volcano Day Trip

Private Monster Truck Landmannalaugar and Hekla Volcano Day Trip
Top hotels in Árbær

Fosshotel Reykjavik
Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025

CityHub Reykjavik
Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

Alda Hotel Reykjavik
Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025

The Reykjavik EDITION
Reviewed on 1 Jul 2025

Hotel Reykjavík Grand
Reviewed on 24 Jul 2025

Grandi by Center Hotels
Reviewed on 23 Jul 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Árbær

Grafarholt
Grafarholt might not have many top sights, but Árbær Open Air Museum and Reykjavik City Museums are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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 Sundlaugin Versolum Swimming Pool.

Hús
While Hús isn't home to many top sights, Árbær Open Air Museum and Reykjavik City Museums are some notable places to visit nearby.

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.

Heimar
While Heimar isn't home to many top sights, Laugardalsholl and Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool are some notable places to visit nearby.