Norðurmýri Travel Guide
Reykjavik
Visit Norðurmýri
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 lively bars and acclaimed theatre scene in this culturally rich 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
From Reykjavik: Northern Lights Bus Tour with Hot Cocoa
City Sightseeing Reykjavik Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Optional Extras
Sky Lagoon Entrance Ticket Including 7-Step Ritual
Sky Lagoon Geothermal Spa Experience including Admission and Transfers
Small Group Northern Lights Tour
Sky Lagoon Admission Including Transfer
Top hotels in Norðurmýri
Fosshotel Raudara
Great
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Igdlo Guesthouse
Nice and clean. Great staff and location. Would highly recommend.
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Nordurey Guesthouse
Perfect place to spend a night or two as good location and comes with kitchen and laundry facilities. However check in can be a nightmare if your booking platform does not update you with check in instructions
Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025
Fosshotel Reykjavik
Room was excellent. Beautiful view . Although this is hotel is slightly apart from the center but the distance is walkable . Breakfast was delicious and varied.
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Center Hotels Plaza
Clean modern room, nice breakfast and friendly staff
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Alda Hotel Reykjavik
Excellent location, wonderful room, would definitely come back!
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Norðurmýri
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.
Downtown Reykjavik
If you're spending some time in Downtown Reykjavik, Hallgrimskirkja and National Theatre of Iceland are top sights worth seeing.
Tún
If you're spending some time in Tún, Hofdi House and Laugavegur are top sights worth seeing.
Hlíðar
Though Hlíðar may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Reykjavik Harbour and Perlan.
Teigar
While Teigar isn't home to many top sights, Reykjavik Harbour and Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool are some notable places to visit nearby.
Háaleiti
When in Háaleiti, you can plan a visit to Kringlan Shopping Mall and Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
