Háaleiti 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 Háaleiti
Reykjavik Lights by Keahotels
Staff very friendly and helpful, breakfast was excellent, free parking right in front of the hotel was perfect.
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
Hótel Múli
the room was very nice, it was clean and tidy and also the free coffee was a lovely add on as well. the staff were also very helpful but breakfast could've been better
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Hilton Reykjavik Nordica
We had a wonderful stay at the Hilton for my husbands 40th birthday trip. Wonderful welcome, service and the hotel is in an easy location to walk into town.
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Hotel Ísland - Spa & Wellness Hotel
Nice and courteous staff.
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
ODDSSON Midtown Hotel
Everything was amazing. The breakfast, the rooms, the all day coffee, , cleanliness, games in the lobby….everything was perfect. The location was in Midtown not downtown, but it was a very easy bus ride anywhere you needed to go. Also many tour companies pick up right in front of the building.
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Arctic Comfort Hotel
All good
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Háaleiti
Heimar
While Heimar isn't home to many top sights, Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool and Grasagardur Botanical Garden are some notable places to visit nearby.
Teigar
While Teigar isn't home to many top sights, Reykjavik Harbour and Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
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.
Hlíðar
Though Hlíðar may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Reykjavik Harbour and Perlan.
Tún
If you're spending some time in Tún, Laugavegur and Hofdi House are top sights worth seeing.
