Árbær
Reykjavik
Popular places to visit
Árbær Open Air Museum
See what life was like throughout the ages through this open-air museum’s collection of more than 20 historical buildings and a small farm.
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.
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
Reykjavík: Multi-Sensory Art Installation Chromo Sapiens
Exclusive dinner with a local family - Visit a Reykjavík home
Chromo Sapiens Immerse Yourself in Color Texture and Sound
Landmannalaugar and Hekla Volcano Day Trip by Superjeep from Reykjavik
Private Superjeep South Coast and Katla Ice Cave
Top hotels in Árbær
Fosshotel Reykjavik
Reviewed on Aug 19, 2025
Hotel Reykjavík Grand
Reviewed on Aug 18, 2025
CityHub Reykjavik
Reviewed on Aug 17, 2025
Alda Hotel Reykjavik
Reviewed on Aug 17, 2025
Reykjavik Marina - Berjaya Iceland Hotels
Reviewed on Aug 16, 2025
Reykjavik Natura - Berjaya Iceland Hotels
Reviewed on Aug 6, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Árbær
Grafarholt
While Grafarholt might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Arbaejarlaug and Árbær Open Air Museum.
Bakkar
While there might not be top attractions in Bakkar, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Árbær Open Air Museum and Arbaejarlaug.
Breidholt
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Breidholt and surrounding area, you can visit Árbær Open Air Museum and Arbaejarlaug.
Hús
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Hús and surrounding area, you can visit Árbær Open Air Museum and Arbaejarlaug.
Grafarvogur
Though Grafarvogur might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Árbær Open Air Museum and Reykjavik Harbour.
Heimar
When in Heimar, you can plan a visit to Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool and Grasagardur Botanical Garden, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.