Bakkar 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.
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
Lava Show Reykjavik Admission Ticket - Optional Premium Upgrade
City Sightseeing Reykjavik Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Optional Extras
Sky Lagoon Admission Including Transfer
Snæfellsnes Peninsula Full Day Tour
Golden Circle Iceland: Ultimate Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Top hotels in Bakkar
Center Hotels Plaza
Clean room, friendly staff
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
Grandi by Center Hotels
Room was spotless. The front desk was more than helpful and attentive. The gym has exactly what I needed for me. I really enjoyed my stay!
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
The Reykjavik EDITION
Great service. The hotel is beautiful, clean, and has a great atmosphere.
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Center Hotels Laugavegur
Good location
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026
Alda Hotel Reykjavik
The staff was extremely polite and very helpful, even with matters well beyond hotel business. The property was clean and very well managed. The room was spacious and overlooked the city street with a great view! The next time I return to Iceland, I will DEFINITELY be staying at the Alda Hotel ...
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
CityHub Reykjavik
Room was great and host were amazing!
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Bakkar
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.
Árbær
While visiting Árbær, you might make a stop by sights like Reykjavik City Museums 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.
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.
Háaleiti
When in Háaleiti, you can plan a visit to Kringlan Shopping Mall and Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Grafarholt
Grafarholt might not have many top sights, but Arbaejarlaug and Árbær Open Air Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
