Bakkar
Reykjavik
Popular places to visit
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.
University of Iceland
Walk around the campus at University of Iceland as part of your travels around Reykjavik. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this walkable 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.
Things to do
Full-Day Golden Circle Classic Tour with Expert Guide
City Sightseeing Reykjavik Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Optional Extras
Sky Lagoon Admission Including Transfer
Small Group Northern Lights Tour
Snæfellsnes Peninsula Full Day Tour
Whale Watching and Marine Life Tour in Reykjavik
Top hotels in Bakkar
Hotel Reykjavík Grand
Merci
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Grandi by Center Hotels
Room was clean and warm, great bathroom, great spa and nice little gym
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
The Reykjavik EDITION
Everything was great!
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Center Hotels Plaza
Rooms were basic but clean . Enough room for one . Has old fashion radiators to control heat. Small fridge . Staff was great. For me - Jasmin was a great help for restaurants - making spa appts for sister hotels etc . Location is great for walking to restaurants / shops etc.
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Fosshotel Reykjavik
Wonderful staff, great location, heated bathroom floor :)
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
CityHub Reykjavik
Room, bed, showers and communal areas all really clean. Superb location for bars and food, plus only a 4 min walk to bus stations 6 and 14 where all the trips seemed to pick up from. Staff were really helpful and friendly assisting with check-in and phoning a taxi when requested.
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Bakkar
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.
Árbær
While visiting Árbær, you might make a stop by sights like Reykjavik City Museums and Árbær Open Air Museum.
Heimar
While Heimar isn't home to many top sights, Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool and Grasagardur Botanical Garden are some notable places to visit nearby.
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 Laugavegur.
Háaleiti
When in Háaleiti, you can plan a visit to Kringlan Shopping Mall and Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
