Reykjavik: Sightseeing Walking Tour with a Viking

Top rated
4.7 out of 5 stars
4.7
372 reviews
Activity provider:
Your Friend In Reykjavik
Add to wishlist
Reykjavik: Sightseeing Walking Tour with a Viking
Likely to sell out
Top rated
4.7 out of 5 stars
4.7
372 reviews

This is your fun introduction to Reykjavik. It will help you get your bearings and make the most of your stay in Iceland. Your guide will also point out great places to eat and drink at on your walking tour but also what places to avoid.

About this activity

Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Reserve now & pay later
Keep your travel plans flexible — book your spot and pay nothing today.
Duration 2 hours
Check availability to see starting times
Live tour guide
English, German, French, Spanish
Wheelchair accessible
Private group available

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

5
5 out of 5 stars
S
Stuart – United Kingdom

This walking tour was both interesting and fun. The tour guide was lovely. Two hours well spent learning about Reykjavík.

5
5 out of 5 stars
S
Stephen L. – United States

In spite of rain, our group was willing and able to follow "our friend in Reykjavik" who was easy to follow, although sometimes a little hard to hear because of background noise. He kept track of the group, taking group pictures, and recognized at one point that there were two curious interlopers, that he politely asked to leave as it was a paid-only tour.

Select participants and date

Itinerary

  • Starting location:

    Ingólfur Square

  • Ingólfur Square

    Guided tour, Sightseeing (10 minutes)

  • Austurvöllur

    Guided tour, Sightseeing (15 minutes)

  • Alþingi

    Photo stop, Sightseeing (10 minutes)

  • Lake Tjornin

    Guided tour, Sightseeing (20 minutes)

  • Ægisgarður 9

    Sightseeing (10 minutes)

  • Harpa Concert Hall, Reykjavík

    Guided tour, Sightseeing (15 minutes)

  • Laugavegur

    Guided tour, Sightseeing (20 minutes)

  • Hallgrimskirkja

    Guided tour, Sightseeing (20 minutes)

  • Arrive back at:

    Ingólfur Square

Main stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • See the beautiful Harpa Concert Hall
  • Experience the old Reykjavik city center
  • Enjoy the birdlife at the Reykjavik Pond
  • Have fun with your guide and don't forget to ask questions about anything!
  • Get the true local feeling walking in Reykjavik with an old friend of yours.

Full description

Your crash course in everything Icelandic!

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 (well, maybe check into your accommodation and drop your bags off first).

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, and Hallgrímskirkja Church (we’ll teach you how to pronounce that), 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, friendly atmosphere of our quirky little city, not just to see the most popular tourist attractions. We’ll even have a small lesson on the Icelandic language so you can not only walk with a Viking but talk like one too.

We’ll be showing you our favorite places to eat, drink and visit (we also have an intimate knowledge of happy hour deals that we’re happy to share).

Includes

  • Expert guide
  • Food or drinks

Meeting point

Meet up at Ingolfstorg Square in the center of Reykjavik by the two stone-high seat pillars (over 2 meters high). The square is at the beginning of Austurstræti (Austurstræti 1) and is squared off by the streets Aðalstræti, Hafnarstræti, Veltusund and Vallarstræti. If you walk down Laugavegur (the main shopping street), please just continue all the way down until you come to the square. Walk straight down until the end. On the Ingolfur square itself you can see the Center Hotel Plaza.

Open in Google Maps

Important information

What to bring

  • Weather-appropriate clothing

Know before you go

  • It is recommended to wear layers
  • You have the option to book a private tour and choose the tour's start time, allowing you to make the most of your time in Iceland
Likely to sell out

From $53 per person

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.7 /5
4.7 out of 5 stars

based on 372 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.8/5
  • Value for money
    4.5/5

Customer photos

+45
Filter
By star rating
Sort by:
5
5 out of 5 stars
S
Stuart – United KingdomJuly 8, 2025 – Verified booking
This walking tour was both interesting and fun. The tour guide was lovely. Two hours well spent learning about Reykjavík.

Response from provider

July 8, 2025

Hello GetYourGuide traveler, We appreciate you choosing Your Friend In Reykjavik for your tour experience and for leaving this review. Your feedback is important to us, and we’re always eager to ensure our guests have a memorable visit. If there are any particular highlights or areas for improvement that you’d like to mention, we would love to hear from you so we can provide an even better exper

5
5 out of 5 stars
S
Stephen L. – United StatesJuly 5, 2025 – Verified booking
In spite of rain, our group was willing and able to follow "our friend in Reykjavik" who was easy to follow, although sometimes a little hard to hear because of background noise. He kept track of the group, taking group pictures, and recognized at one point that there were two curious interlopers, that he politely asked to leave as it was a paid-only tour.

Response from provider

July 8, 2025

Dear Stephen, Thank you so much for sharing your experience with Your Friend In Reykjavik. We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your tour, despite the rainy weather, and that your guide was easy to follow, keeping the group together. We appreciate your feedback about the background noise, and we'll strive to improve our communication in busier areas. Your recognition of our guide's profes

5
5 out of 5 stars
D
Denise – United StatesJune 21, 2025 – Verified booking
Magnasun was great! He was so energetic but took all the time we needed with questions. We got a lot of good historical info mixed with some cute antidotes. Then, we used all that information to give our friends a great tour the next day!😁

Product ID: 156774

Activity provider:
Your Friend In Reykjavik

Top Attractions in Reykjavik

Experiences in Reykjavik

Tours in Iceland

Things to do in Iceland

Top destinations

Top attraction categories

Popular Attractions