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Vesturbær in Reykjavik

Things to Do in Vesturbær, Reykjavik

A residential district that developed in the late 19th century as Reykjavík grew. It contains the Whales Of Iceland museum and the Vesturbæjarlaug swimming pool.

A residential district that developed in the late 19th century as Reykjavík grew. It contains the Whales Of Iceland museum and the Vesturbæjarlaug swimming pool.

  • Matur og DrykkurModern European
  • Núna Collective Wellness StudioYoga Studio
  • Reykjavík RöstCoffee Shop
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By TripSapien Research · Updated May 20, 2026

Top things to do in Vesturbær

  • Núna Collective Wellness Studio in Vesturbær, Reykjavik

    Núna Collective Wellness Studio

    Yoga Studio

    A boutique barre fitness studio in Iceland, offering barre, yoga, and other classes focused on mindful movement and community.

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  • Whales of Iceland in Vesturbær, Reykjavik

    Whales of Iceland

    ★ 4.3 · 3.1k
    Natural History Museum

    Educational exhibit dedicated to regional whales, with life-sized models & interactive features.

    Every day
    10 AM – 5 PM
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  • Aurora Reykjavík - The Northern Lights Center in Vesturbær, Reykjavik

    Aurora Reykjavík - The Northern Lights Center

    ★ 4.5 · 2.0k
    Science Museum

    Northern Lights information center with historical exhibits, art, a theater & guided tours.

    Every day
    10 AM – 7 PM
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Where to eat & drink in Vesturbær

  • Matur og Drykkur in Vesturbær, Reykjavik

    Matur og Drykkur

    ★ 4.5 · 769
    Modern European· kr 20,000+

    This simple little eatery is named after an Icelandic cookbook and shares its premises with the Saga Museum.

    Mon–Tue
    Closed
    Wed–Fri
    6 PM – 11 PM
    Sat
    6 PM – 11 PM
    Sun
    6 PM – 11 PM
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  • Reykjavík Röst in Vesturbær, Reykjavik

    Reykjavík Röst

    ★ 4.6 · 1.2k
    Coffee Shop· kr 2,000–4,000

    A cafe by the old harbor in Reykjavík, known for coffee with a view, signature cocktails, and homemade soup and sourdough sandwiches.

    Every day
    8 AM – 6 PM
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  • Grandi Mathöll in Vesturbær, Reykjavik

    Grandi Mathöll

    ★ 4.5 · 863
    Italian· kr 2,000–4,000

    A food hall in Reykjavik offering a selection of different cuisines, including Asian, Icelandic, Italian, Indonesian, and Indian dishes, with various food stands and shared tables.

    Every day
    11 AM – 9 PM
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  • Seabaron in Vesturbær, Reykjavik

    Seabaron

    ★ 4.5 · 4.7k
    Seafood· kr 2,000–4,000
    Every day
    11:30 AM – 5 PM, 6 PM – 10 PM
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  • Slippbarinn in Vesturbær, Reykjavik

    Slippbarinn

    ★ 4.4 · 405
    Restaurant· kr 2,000–12,000

    A bar offering vibrant cocktails and unique food, known for lunch specials and happy hours in a fun atmosphere.

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Map of Vesturbær with pinned top attractions (1 through 8)
  1. 1Matur og Drykkur
  2. 2Núna Collective Wellness Studio
  3. 3Reykjavík Röst
  4. 4Grandi Mathöll
  5. 5Whales of Iceland
  6. 6Aurora Reykjavík - The Northern Lights Center
  7. 7Seabaron
  8. 8Slippbarinn

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