Árbær Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Arbaejarsafn featuring heritage elements and caves
Arbaejarsafn showing interior views and a house
Arbaejarsafn which includes farmland and street scenes
Arbaejarsafn which includes heritage elements and interior views as well as an individual male
Arbaejarsafn featuring a house, interior views and heritage elements

Popular places to visit

Arbaejarsafn which includes a house

Árbær Open Air Museum

Heritage buildings from early rural and urban Reykjavík are arranged in a pleasant agrarian village in this museum of Icelandic history.

Árbær Open Air Museum
Reykjavik Harbour featuring outdoor art, general coastal views and a sunset

Reykjavik Harbour

4.5/5(55 reviews)

Start your stay in Reykjavík with a trip to this antique port district, the point of departure for city tours, boat rides and more.

Reykjavik Harbour
Reykjavik featuring street scenes

Laugavegur

4.5/5(30 reviews)

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.

Laugavegur
Harpa which includes a bay or harbour, modern architecture and a sunset

Harpa

4.5/5(44 reviews)

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.

Harpa
Hallgrimskirkja showing general coastal views, a sunset and a church or cathedral

Hallgrimskirkja

4.5/5(34 reviews)

By far Reykjavík’s tallest building, this church offers views of the city’s colourful rooftops and a landmark to help your orient yourself throughout your stay.

Hallgrimskirkja
Reykjavik City Hall showing interior views as well as a large group of people

Reykjavik City Hall

4.5/5(24 reviews)

The dynamic architectural design and picturesque location of this modern civic building near the Tjörnin lakeside has made it a landmark in downtown Reykjavík.

Reykjavik City Hall

Activities

Reykjavík: Multi-Sensory Art Installation Chromo Sapiens

Reykjavík: Multi-Sensory Art Installation Chromo Sapiens

AU$33
per adult
Reykjavík: Multi-Sensory Art Installation Chromo Sapiens
Volcanic Landscape Iceland Horse Riding Tours

Volcanic Landscape Iceland Horse Riding Tours

AU$224
per adult
Volcanic Landscape Iceland Horse Riding Tours
Monster Truck

Private Monster Truck Golden Circle Tour by Superjeep from Reykjavik

AU$4,008
per traveller
Private Monster Truck Golden Circle Tour by Superjeep from Reykjavik
Landmannalaugar

Landmannalaugar and Hekla Volcano Day Trip by Superjeep from Reykjavik

AU$657
per adult
Landmannalaugar and Hekla Volcano Day Trip by Superjeep from Reykjavik
Search for Northern Lights Super Jeep Tour from Reykjavik

Northern Lights Superjeep Tour from Reykjavik

AU$361
per adult
Northern Lights Superjeep Tour from Reykjavik
Superjeeps into Landmannalaugar

Private Superjeep Landmannalaugar and Hekla Volcano Day Trip

AU$3,140
per traveller
Private Superjeep Landmannalaugar and Hekla Volcano Day Trip
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Our pick of the best Árbær Hotel Deals

Grandi by Center Hotels
Grandi by Center Hotels
4 out of 5
Seljavegur 2, Reykjavik
The price is AU$287 per night from 22 Apr to 23 Apr
AU$287
includes taxes & fees
22 Apr - 23 Apr
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Check-In was seamless. The property offers lockers to leave luggage before and after check-ins. This part was especially convenient for us. They are friendly and approachable. The VIP benefits a sweet treat upon arrival, a cute note, and SPA access. The spa was a relaxing ambience but there were ..."

Reviewed on 27 Mar. 2025

Grandi by Center Hotels
Center Hotels Plaza
Center Hotels Plaza
4 out of 5
Adalstraeti 4, Reykjavik
The price is AU$210 per night from 27 Apr to 28 Apr
AU$210
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,346 reviews)
"This hotel was clean, and when you needed cleaning, the staff were willing and did a great job. It is within walking distance of shops and restaurants."

Reviewed on 24 Mar. 2025

Center Hotels Plaza
Hotel Reykjavík Grand
Hotel Reykjavík Grand
4 out of 5
Sigtun 28, Reykjavik
The price is AU$286 per night from 2 Apr to 3 Apr
AU$286
includes taxes & fees
2 Apr - 3 Apr
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"We love our stay, the only problem is the mattress not really comfortable."

Reviewed on 11 Mar. 2025

Hotel Reykjavík Grand
Fosshotel Reykjavik
Fosshotel Reykjavik
4 out of 5
Þórunnartún 1 - Höfðatorg, Reykjavik
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$315 per night from 15 Apr to 16 Apr
AU$315
includes taxes & fees
15 Apr - 16 Apr
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Reykjavik. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Good location! Great place. Highly recommend."

Reviewed on 23 Mar. 2025

Fosshotel Reykjavik
CityHub Reykjavik
CityHub Reykjavik
3 out of 5
46 Hverfisgata, Reykjavik, Reykjavíkurborg
The price is AU$118 per night from 29 Apr to 30 Apr
AU$118
includes taxes & fees
29 Apr - 30 Apr
Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Reykjavik Harbour and Hallgrimskirkja are located nearby.
9/10 Wonderful! (58 reviews)
"Highly recommend if you are traveling alone or in a small group. Great location, quiet, and clean."

Reviewed on 27 Mar. 2025

CityHub Reykjavik
Hotel Viking
Hotel Viking
3.5 out of 5
Strandgotu 55, Hafnarfjordur
The price is AU$285 per night from 13 Apr to 14 Apr
AU$285
includes taxes & fees
13 Apr - 14 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Hafnarfjordur. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,184 reviews)
"Very cool hotel and restaurant!!"

Reviewed on 27 Mar. 2025

Hotel Viking
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Other neighbourhoods around Árbær

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Grafarholt

Grafarholt might not have many top sights, but Árbær Open Air Museum and Reykjavik City Museums are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Grafarholt
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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 Sundlaugin Versolum Swimming Pool.

Bakkar
Arbaejarsafn which includes a house

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 Sundlaugin Versolum Swimming Pool.

Breidholt
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Hús

While Hús isn't home to many top sights, Árbær Open Air Museum and Reykjavik City Museums are some notable places to visit nearby.

Hús
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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.

Grafarvogur
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Heimar

While Heimar isn't home to many top sights, Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool and Grasagardur Botanical Garden are some notable places to visit nearby.

Heimar

Árbær Travel Guide

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