Popular places to visit
![Reykjavik Harbour featuring outdoor art, a sunset and general coastal views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/79000/79727-Reykjavik-Harbour.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Reykjavik Harbour
Once a maritime and fishing precinct, the Old Harbour now buzzes with restaurants, cafés and tour boat operators.
![Reykjavik which includes street scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/128000/128135-Laugavegur.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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 which includes modern architecture, a sunset and a bay or harbor](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/128000/128382-Harpa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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 featuring a church or cathedral, general coastal views and a sunset](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/128000/128213-Hallgrimskirkja.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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 showing interior views as well as a large group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/128000/128585-Reykjavik-City-Hall.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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.
![University of Iceland](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/9/6c3e8f43fcfb844a54fdbd1160b2ef39.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
University of Iceland
Enjoy the collegiate vibe at University of Iceland during your stay in Reykjavik. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this walkable area.
Things to do
![Iceland: Northern Lights Bus Tour from Reykjavik](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5084433/142ba825-457b-4ad8-bf8d-6133380b65b2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Iceland: Northern Lights Bus Tour from Reykjavik
![Glacier Lagoon](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/522101/2d1bfc14-0dc5-46bd-b875-1282c4c96d2a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Glacier Lagoon (Jökulsárlón) Full Day Tour
![Iceland Secret Lagoon Admission Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4579103/06432e81-940b-4da0-bc32-f68f09b3b6eb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Iceland Secret Lagoon Admission Ticket
![Aurora Basecamp: Northern Lights Nighttime Observation Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44788942/cdb28c0b-ae74-46ca-a9b1-b9c4b99f888c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Aurora Basecamp: Northern Lights Nighttime Observation Tour
![Sky Lagoon Geothermal Spa Experience including Admission and Transfers](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5105790/2ac670d4-c16f-4ac9-a852-3fb5b1494b90.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Sky Lagoon Geothermal Spa Experience including Admission and Transfers
![A snowmobile ride across Iceland](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/434748/754cef71-1fc9-43a2-87ca-391d57a08fe8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Guided Golden Circle Tour & Langjökull Snowmobiling Experience
Top hotels in Hlíðar
![Grandi by Center Hotels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45670000/45668900/45668818/8956e5f6_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 9, 2025
![The Reykjavik EDITION](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71620000/71618300/71618236/493c8f5e_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 10, 2025
![Þingholt by Center Hotels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1610000/1601500/1601404/21f5c57d_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 4, 2025
![Miðgarður by Center Hotels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9860000/9853500/9853419/283cc68d_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 14, 2025
![Hotel Viking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3140000/3137300/3137274/1b5b3910_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 10, 2025
![Reykjavik Natura - Berjaya Iceland Hotels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/12800/12750/14bcaffe_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 14, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Hlíðar
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Norðurmýri
When in Norðurmýri, you can plan a visit to Reykjavik Harbour and Hallgrimskirkja, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
![I was really surprised at how much graffiti there is in Reykjavik. Some of it is really artful, some not so much. This is just off Laugavegur, the main street through the downtown party district.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/7d19417a841a96450813eb9efa30733a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Holt
While Holt isn't home to many top sights, Reykjavik Harbour and Laugavegur are some notable places to visit nearby.
![Assa getting in shape 👍🏻😍😍 I am super happy how well she is doing, I think she will be released very very soon 😊👍🏻](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/a2bafae60940aa4f8ae78701847f80ba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Háaleiti
While there might not be top attractions in Háaleiti, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Kringlan Shopping Mall and Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool.
![Reykjavik showing fashion and shopping](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/128000/128130-Laugavegur.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Tún
If you're spending some time in Tún, Hofdi House and Laugavegur are top sights worth seeing.
![Discovering waterfalls on hikes](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/d30a6b221ed33450775028c3767970d5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Teigar
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Teigar and surrounding area, you can visit Reykjavik Harbour and Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool.
![Reykjavik which includes interior views, religious elements and a church or cathedral](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/58000/58133-Reykjavik.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Downtown Reykjavik
If you're spending some time in Downtown Reykjavik, Hallgrimskirkja and Reykjavik Free Church are top sights worth seeing.