Árbær Travel Guide
Reykjavik
Popular places to visit
Árbær Open Air Museum
See what life was like throughout the ages through this open-air museum’s collection of more than 20 historical buildings and a small farm.
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.
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 Geothermal Spa Experience including Admission and Transfers
Sky Lagoon Entrance Ticket Including 7-Step Ritual
Lava Show Reykjavik Admission Ticket - Optional Premium Upgrade
Snæfellsnes Peninsula Full Day Tour
Golden Circle, Kerid Crater & Blue Lagoon Admission Tickets
Top hotels in Árbær
Fosshotel Reykjavik
Clean room | friendly staff | yummy breakfast|
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
The Reykjavik EDITION
Best Hotel in Iceland, enough said
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Reykjavik Natura - Berjaya Iceland Hotels
Very nice hotel with friendly staff. Breakfast was great but not free as stated in the survey.
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
Alda Hotel Reykjavik
Very clean and well kept! Friendly staff, helpful..superior breakfast! My hotel for future visits!
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
Grandi by Center Hotels
The front desk staff were very helpful and let us check in early! Great location for walking into town.
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Reykjavik Residence Hotel
We loved our stay at the Artisan House! Everything you could need was a very short walk away and the condition of the apartment was very nice. Would stay again
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Árbær
Grafarholt
Grafarholt might not have many top sights, but Arbaejarlaug and Árbær Open Air Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Bakkar
While Bakkar may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Árbær Open Air Museum and Arbaejarlaug.
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.
Hús
While Hús isn't home to many top sights, Árbær Open Air Museum and Arbaejarlaug are some notable places to visit nearby.
Grafarvogur
While Grafarvogur may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Árbær Open Air Museum and Reykjavik Harbour.
Heimar
While Heimar isn't home to many top sights, Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool and Grasagardur Botanical Garden are some notable places to visit nearby.
