Heimar Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
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
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.
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.
Activities
From Reykjavik: Northern Lights Bus Tour with Hot Cocoa
Sky Lagoon Entrance Ticket Including 7-Step Ritual
Small Group Northern Lights Tour
Golden Circle, Kerid Crater & Blue Lagoon Admission Tickets
Whale Watching Tour with Professional Guide from Reykjavik
Glacier Lagoon (Jökulsárlón) Full Day Tour
Our pick of the best Heimar Hotel Deals
Fosshotel Reykjavik
Room was spacious, very clean and comfortable. Great location, especially for booked tours - bus stop #12 was right outside the hotel. Great restaurant and bar.
Reviewed on 22 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
Absolutely amazing hotel, staff were lovely and the location is ideal. Everything walkable distance and only a few mins walk to local bus stops for airport or excursion trips. Room was spacious and clean and loved the hotels facilities. Would definitely come again!
Reviewed on 26 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
Clean, spacious room. Great amenities. And a cat!
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Heimar
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.
Háaleiti
When in Háaleiti, you can plan a visit to Kringlan Shopping Mall and Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Teigar
While Teigar isn't home to many top sights, Reykjavik Harbour and Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool are some notable places to visit nearby.
Laekir
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Laekir and surrounding area, you can visit Reykjavik Harbour and Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool.
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.
