Laekir 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 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 Laekir
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
The Reykjavik EDITION
Everything was great
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Alda Hotel Reykjavik
Excellent location, wonderful room, would definitely come back!
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Hotel Reykjavík Grand
Good location. Easy and safe walk to Reykjavik city centre. Tours/Flybus pick up and drop off from directly outside the hotel. The hotel itself is lovely and clean. Great choice at the buffet breakfast and the restaurant food is delicious
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Grandi by Center Hotels
Location is good. Staff was nice
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Laekir
Teigar
While Teigar isn't home to many top sights, Reykjavik Harbour and Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool are some notable places to visit nearby.
Tún
If you're spending some time in Tún, Hofdi House and Laugavegur are top sights worth seeing.
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 Hofdi House.
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.
Háaleiti
When in Háaleiti, you can plan a visit to Kringlan Shopping Mall and Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Heimar
While Heimar isn't home to many top sights, Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool and Grasagardur Botanical Garden are some notable places to visit nearby.
