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.
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.
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.
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.
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
Full-Day Golden Circle Classic Tour with Expert Guide
City Sightseeing Reykjavik Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Optional Extras
Sky Lagoon Admission Including Transfer
Sky Lagoon Entrance Ticket Including 7-Step Ritual
Lava Show Reykjavik Admission Ticket - Optional Premium Upgrade
Small Group Northern Lights Tour
Top hotels in Grandar
Hotel Reykjavík Grand
Merci
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Grandi by Center Hotels
Staff couldn’t do enough for us, location was great, spa was amazing and the room was a great size and really clean
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
The Reykjavik EDITION
Everything was great!
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Center Hotels Plaza
Rooms were basic but clean . Enough room for one . Has old fashion radiators to control heat. Small fridge . Staff was great. For me - Jasmin was a great help for restaurants - making spa appts for sister hotels etc . Location is great for walking to restaurants / shops etc.
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Fosshotel Reykjavik
Nice room overlooking the bay. Breakfast was very diverse and everything tasted great.
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
CityHub Reykjavik
The staff was helpful and the pods were fantastic
Reviewed on 24 Feb 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.
