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.
University of Iceland
Walk around the campus at University of Iceland as part of your travels around Reykjavik. Discover the lively bars and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.
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
Full-Day Golden Circle Classic Tour with Expert Guide
Lava Show Reykjavik Admission Ticket - Optional Premium Upgrade
Sky Lagoon Admission Including Transfer
Whale Watching Cruise on a Yacht in Reykjavik
Sky Lagoon Entrance Ticket Including 7-Step Ritual
Small Group Northern Lights Tour
Top hotels in Grandar
Hotel Reykjavík Grand
Renovated room was nice, very minimalist. There seems to be confusion on what a family room is vs a junior suite. Dinner in the restaurant was great. Server was very attentive.
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
CityHub Reykjavik
Plan on paying extra when you arrive for local taxes property charge. It will make you pay when you check in. I think it was 800 ISK a night. Everything was way nicer than expected. You get a locker so you can leave your luggage in there and not feel so crowded. The front desk person is super friendly ...
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Grandi by Center Hotels
amazing
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Fosshotel Reykjavik
BREAKFAST OK, ROOMS OK, LOCATION OK
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
The Reykjavik EDITION
Great location, good bars, helpful staff
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
KEX Hotel and Hostel Reykjavik
Room is very small
Reviewed on 6 Apr 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 Theatre 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.
