Southern Iceland
Travel Guide
Visit Southern Iceland
Where to stay in Southern Iceland
Downtown Reykjavik
Home to Iceland's national parliament and vibrant nightlife, Reykjavík City Center boasts landmarks like Tjörnin pond, Hallgrímskirkja, and lively Austurstræti and Bankastræti streets.
Háaleiti
While there might not be top attractions in Háaleiti, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool and Laugardalsholl.
Laugardalur
Just east of Reykjavík's city center, Laugardalur offers various recreational facilities, including the main stadium. Known as "hot spring valley," it's perfect for travelers seeking leisure activities.
Vesturbær
Mostly residential with a touch of commercial activity at Grandi harbor, this district boasts the University of Iceland and the community-centered Vesturbæjarlaug swimming pool.
Tún
If you're spending some time in Tún, Hofdi House and Laugavegur are top sights worth seeing.
Hlíðar
Though Hlíðar might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Reykjavik Harbour and Perlan.
Hotel Reykjavík Grand
"All great including excellent food! Would suggest a shuttle for cruise port and AIRPORT."
Reviewed on 2026/5/31
Hotel Vík í Mýrdal
"Great restaurant! The kids menu was a win. Also, their breakfast spread was solid and great coffee. The location is super central to everything :)"
Reviewed on 2026/5/31
CityHub Reykjavik
"This place was sooo cute! It was exactly what I was looking for! I didn’t need a whole hotel room because was only staying 2 nights but now I wish I stayed longer! It might be a bit tight with two people who are staying a while but for just me I loved it! The layout made it feel surprisingly big. ..."
Reviewed on 2026/5/31
Reykjavik Residence Apartment Hotel
"Very clean place. Loved the atmosphere"
Reviewed on 2026/5/30
Vík Apartments
"I had a very nice stay in Vik Apartments. It’s clean, spacious, all necessities are provided Communication is effective. I give 5 stars!"
Reviewed on 2026/5/31
Hotel Boli Keflavik
"The place was very nice and clean"
Reviewed on 2026/5/27
Popular places to visit
Reykjavik Harbour
Once a maritime and fishing precinct, the Old Harbour now buzzes with restaurants, cafés and tour boat operators.
Blue Lagoon
Soak away your aches, get a massage treatment and swim in the milky blue waters of this mineral-rich geothermal pool sculpted by lava in Grindavik.
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.
Black Sand Beach
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Black Sand Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Vik I Myrdal. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
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.
Geysir Hot Springs
Traverse this dramatic field of more than a dozen geysers and simmering mud pits resembling the end of the world.
