Heimar 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
City Sightseeing Reykjavik Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Optional Extras
Sky Lagoon Entrance Ticket Including 7-Step Ritual
Sky Lagoon Admission Including Transfer
Lava Show Reykjavik Admission Ticket - Optional Premium Upgrade
Golden Circle, Kerid Crater & Blue Lagoon Admission Tickets
Small Group Northern Lights Tour
Top hotels in Heimar
Center Hotels Plaza
Clean room, friendly staff, great breakfast to start the day. Good location however if you are a light sleeper the noise in the plaza might be a factor.
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Grandi by Center Hotels
Hotel staff are great. The place is clean and decor is nice. I’ve given it 4 stars because I felt the breakfast was good but a little basic with not enough hot vegetarian options, and the location was a bit farther out so, longer walks, longer bus journeys or more taxis. Taxis are not cheap. It was ...
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
Hotel Reykjavík Grand
Lovely modern hotel with very friendly and helpful staff. Rooms a good size with lots of storage and very clean. Breakfast was excellent with so much choice. The only downside for us was the distance to the centre of Reykjavík, but not a major problem at all.
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
The Reykjavik EDITION
The staff were very nice
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Alda Hotel Reykjavik
Get the breakfast - eat the crackers, and take the juice shot - so good. The water machine is amazing - fill your water bottle from there every day before heading out.
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Center Hotels Laugavegur
Simple convenient hotel in the city. Fabulous breakfast and always warm in the hotel, very important after a night trip. Modern bathroom and plenty of hot water. Only grumble was there for 3 nights and room wasn't cleaned or towels changed despite asking for daily cleaning on check in. All in all ...
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Heimar
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 Laugavegur or Laugardalsholl.
Háaleiti
When in Háaleiti, you can plan a visit to Laugavegur and Laugardalsholl, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Teigar
While Teigar isn't home to many top sights, Laugavegur and Reykjavik Harbour are some notable places to visit nearby.
Laekir
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Laekir and surrounding area, you can visit Laugavegur and Reykjavik Harbour.
Holt
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Holt and surrounding area, you can visit Laugavegur and Reykjavik Harbour.
Hlíðar
Though Hlíðar may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Laugavegur and Reykjavik Harbour.
