Vesturbær
Popular places to visit
Reykjavik Harbour
Start your stay in Reykjavík with a trip to this antique port district, the point of departure for city tours, boat rides and more.
University of Iceland
Enjoy the collegiate vibe at University of Iceland during your stay in Reykjavik. Discover the lively bars and acclaimed theater scene in this culturally rich area.
Elding Reykjavik Whale Watching
Enjoy an outing to Elding Reykjavik Whale Watching during your stay in Reykjavik. Stroll along the waterfront in this culturally rich area, or seek out the local tours.
Landakotskirkja
Check out the gleaming gray-stone façade and tall tower of this neo-Gothic cathedral and its interior illuminated by beautifully colored windows and candlelight.
Saga Museum
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Saga Museum in Reykjavik. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Reykjavík Maritime Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Reykjavík Maritime Museum during your travels in Reykjavik. Stroll along the waterfront or experience the acclaimed theater scene in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
The Golden Circle, Kerid Volcanic Crater & Blue Lagoon Visit
Small Group Lava Cave, Hot Spring & Waterfalls
Whale Watching Tour with Professional Guide from Reykjavik
Reykjavík: Whale Watching Cruise on the Amelia Rose Yacht
Reykjavík: Whale Watching and Marine Life Cruise
FlyOver Iceland Admission Ticket
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Other neighborhoods around Vesturbær
Grandar
While Grandar might 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 Landakotskirkja.
Downtown Reykjavik
If you're spending some time in Downtown Reykjavik, Hallgrimskirkja and Reykjavik Free Church are top sights worth seeing.
Norðurmýri
When in Norðurmýri, you can plan a visit to Reykjavik Harbour and Hallgrimskirkja, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Holt
While Holt isn't home to many top sights, Reykjavik Harbour and Laugavegur are some notable places to visit nearby.
Hlíðar
Though Hlíðar might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Reykjavik Harbour and Perlan.
Tún
If you're spending some time in Tún, Laugavegur and Hofdi House are top sights worth seeing.
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- Other vacations you might like
- Reykjavik Harbour
- University of Iceland
- Elding Reykjavik Whale Watching
- Landakotskirkja
- Saga Museum
- Reykjavík Maritime Museum
- National and University Library of Iceland
- Aurora Reykjavík Northern Lights Center
- Vesturbaejarlaug Swimming Pool
- Laugavegur
- Harpa
- Hallgrimskirkja
- Sky Lagoon
- Reykjavik City Hall
- National Museum of Iceland
- Perlan
- Viking Village
- Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool
- Iceland Phallological Museum
- Reykjavík Cathedral
- Geothermal Area of Krysuvik
- Reykjavik Pond
- Reykjavik City Museums
- Grotta Lighthouse
- Reykjavik University
- Reykjanes UNESCO Global Geopark
- Nautholsvik Geothermal Beach
- Kringlan Shopping Mall
- Reykjavik Free Church
- Skalafell Ski Area
- Alafoss Waterfall
- Reykjavik City Library