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Walk with a Viking: Private Tour of Reykjavik's Top Sights and Local Spots
(87) Reviews
Austurstræti
Important Information
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Wheelchair accessible
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Private Walk With a Viking - Reykjavik Walking Tour
Our Reykjavik walking tour is your introduction to our country. It will help you get your bearings and make the most of your stay in Iceland. We recommend it as your first stop in Reykjavik.
Our family-friendly tour brings the history of Iceland to life with exciting stories and Icelandic mythology. We’ll visit all of the famous landmarks in the city center, such as Harpa Concert Hall, Reykjavik Harbour, Hallgrímskirkja Church, Reykjavik Pond, and the Parliament building. But, we’ll also share hidden, local spots with you like a visit to an Elf home, things you’d miss if you didn’t know what to look for.
We want you to feel the unique, f...
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in Norwegian & 8 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in Norwegian & 8 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Knowledgeable Local Guide
Meeting Points
Departure
Hlöllabátar
Outside Hlöllabátar, facing Ingólfstorg Square and the two tall stone pillars. CenterHotel Plaza is to your right. Benches, tables, and a covered ceiling make it a comfortable spot to wait.
Our expert local guides usually wear a light blue jacket with Your Friend in Reykjavik on the back
Return
Hallgrimskirkja
Itinerary
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Ingólfur Square
We meet up by Ingólfur Square in old town Reykjavik by the artwork of the two stone pillars with smoke coming up from the top. Here we start off talking about the Settlement and the Icelandic Sagas.
5 minutes
2
The settlement exhibition
We stop on top of the museum and peer down at the first Viking house in Reykjavik and talk about Vikings. We don't enter the museum.
5 minutes
3
The settlement exhibition
In a secret location close to the Settlement museum there is an Elfstone / Home of Elves. We talk about Mythology and how quirky Icelanders are in that regard.
5 minutes
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The settlement exhibition
Close by the Settlement museum is the oldest house in the center of Reykjavik dating back to 1762.
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Sæta Svínið Gastropub
We walk past favorite restaurants and bars and give you tips on where to eat, drink & be merry.
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Kolaportid Flea Market
We walk past the Reykjavik Flea Market which is only open during the weekends from 11 am - 5 pm. Tip: There is a small food market there that's fun to visit.
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Bæjarins Beztu Pylsur
We point out the one and only hot dog stand, Bæjarins Bezu pylsur where you can get the wonderful Icelandic lamb hot dogs. Beware of copycats all around the city center. We could grab a hot dog if the group is hungry.
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Harpa Reykjavik Concert Hall and Conference Centre
We walk together down by the old Reykjavik harbor and soak in the beauty of the coastline and Mount Esja in the far. Down by the harbor we marvel at the beauty of the architecture of Harpa Concert hall.
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Arnarholl Statue
We walk past Arnarhóll (Eagle's hill) where people from the capital area come together for special occasions like celebrating the national holiday of 17th of June.
10
Stjornarradid
Pass by the offices of the prime minister of Iceland. Talking about the fight for independence.
5 minutes
11
Hallgrimskirkja
We admire Hallgrímskirkja church and talk about its history and of religion in Iceland in general.
5 minutes
12
Lake Tjornin
We walk down to the beautiful pond or lake in the middle of Reykjavik. Rich with birdlife and a fun visit to feed the birds. During winter the pond freezes over and then it's fun to walk across the pond itself.
5 minutes
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Reykjavik City Hall
We admire the architecture of the Reykjavik City hall
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Parliament House (Althingishus)
At the end of our great Reykjavik walking tour, we check out the Icelandic parliament building and talk about things like politics, gender equality and the guardian spirits of Iceland.
5 minutes
Walk with a Viking: Private Tour of Reykjavik's Top Sights and Local Spots
(87) Reviews
Austurstræti
About
Private Walk With a Viking - Reykjavik Walking Tour
Our Reykjavik walking tour is your introduction to our country. It will help you get your bearings and make the most of your stay in Iceland. We recommend it as your first stop in Reykjavik.
Our family-friendly tour brings the history of Iceland to life with exciting stories and Icelandic mythology. We’ll visit all of the famous landmarks in the city center, such as Harpa Concert Hall, Reykjavik Harbour, Hallgrímskirkja Church, Reykjavik Pond, and the Parliament building. But, we’ll also share hidden, local spots with you like a visit to an Elf home, things you’d miss if you didn’t know what to look for.
We want you to feel the unique, f...
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in Norwegian & 8 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in Norwegian & 8 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Knowledgeable Local Guide
Meeting Points
Departure
Hlöllabátar
Outside Hlöllabátar, facing Ingólfstorg Square and the two tall stone pillars. CenterHotel Plaza is to your right. Benches, tables, and a covered ceiling make it a comfortable spot to wait.
Our expert local guides usually wear a light blue jacket with Your Friend in Reykjavik on the back
