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Iceland's classics.
The 10 most popular walking tours in Iceland right now, with what each one includes, who runs it and what you can expect to pay.
Small-group Reykjavik walk with a local guide: Hallgrímkirkja, Vikings, Harpa, harbour, and City Hall in about 2 hours.
“Wonderful overview of the city center. Appreciated that it included indoor stops as well to help warm up along the way.”
Sample Icelandic comfort food and modern twists on a 3-hour Reykjavik walk with 5 stops and 6-8 tastings, led by a local guide.
Viking-themed 2-hour walk in Reykjavik: Ingólfur Square, Harpa, Alþingi, Old Harbour and Hallgrímskirkja, small group, $55.63.
“Great experience, great way to see downtown Reyjkevik walking over a few hours. The guide is knowledgeable, and it’s fun.”
Walk Reykjavik’s oldest streets with a guide telling elves, trolls, ghosts, and cemetery tales. 90 minutes, good value, all weather.
“Ester was our guide, and she made this tour fun, informative, and engaging. She also had some great local tips at the end. This was a great way to get more familiar with Icelandic folklore, and get a bit more familiar with Reykjavik. Totally recommended!”
4-hour Vatnajökull glacier walk from Hali with a 4x4 ride, crampons, ice axe, and guided hiking on Breiðamerkurjökull near Jökulsárlón.
“Great experience , I already recommend to my friends that are coming in October. Lovely guide, he explain us everything in detail so nice. Easy walk.”
A small-group Reykjavik walking tour with street art, major landmarks, and local snack tastings over about 3 hours.
“Luca was very knowledgeable and helpful. Great tour! Dress warmly, including hat and gloves as you often stand in place to hear the host’s explanation.”
Reykjavik’s walking history tour with local storyteller Lalli, Viking to modern Iceland stops, small group, English, 2.5 hours.
“A very interesting and funny tour with Lalli. Icelandic history is very interesting. I highly recommend the tour.”
Small-group Reykjavík walking tour with a local guide: Harpa, Hallgrímskirkja, Alþingi, Tjörnin and Laugavegur. 2.5 hours.
A 2-hour Reykjavik walk with a Viking guide: Harpa, Parliament, Lake Tjörnin, Laugavegur, and a few local secrets for first-time orientation.
“Bjarni is an amazing person. Very knowledgeable. I will highly recommend this tour for anyone visiting Iceland for the first time.”
Reykjavik folklore walking tour: elves, trolls, ghosts, and Icelandic magic at historic graveyards and landmarks, led live for $51.
“This was a great tour, with lots of stories and legends told brilliantly by the guide. A most enjoyable 2 hours walking around Reykjavik, taking in the sights and hearing about its past.”
