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Top 15 Reykjavik Walking Tours

34 tours  ·  from $12 a head

Popular reykjavik walking tours fill up in the busy months, and the small-group ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.

Reykjavik Food Walk - Local Foodie Adventure in Iceland - Hallgrímskirkja makes a memorable finish
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Reykjavik Food Walk – Local Foodie Adventure in Iceland

1.Reykjavik Food Walk – Local Foodie Adventure in Iceland

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 18,952 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $146Our pick

Walk from Harpa through central Reykjavik with a small group of up to 14, stopping at four to six food spots for eight or more tastings. Expect Icelandic staples, street food, local stories and views of landmarks including Hallgrímskirkja. Guides may include Stevie, Thor, Lenny or Mímir. The tour lasts about three hours and costs $146 per person.

“Not only do you sample the food of Iceland but you learn about the history and culture. Stevie, our guide, was knowledgeable, willing to answer questions and funny. I thoroughly enjoyed this tour.”

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Reykjavík Small group Walking Tour - by CityWalk - Arnarhóll and the first settlers
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Reykjavík Small group Walking Tour – by CityWalk

2.Reykjavík Small group Walking Tour – by CityWalk

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5,076 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $53

Walk central Reykjavík with an English-speaking local guide and a group capped at 12. The route links Hallgrímskirkja, Rainbow Street, the old harbor, Parliament and City Hall, with Harpa included when the route allows. Guides such as Asta, Martin and Ryan have led lively, history-rich walks, though each guide brings a different style.

“Our guide was so knowledgeable and we learned a lot about the city, history and culture from her. It was a typical rainy Icelandic afternoon, but she was so enthusiastic about her homeland, which we felt as well. Iceland is amazing. Would highly recommend this tour. Thank you for a great introduction to this beautiful place.”

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Reykjavik: Guided Foodie Walking Tour with 6 Tastings - The guide is part of the meal
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Reykjavik: Guided Foodie Walking Tour with 6 Tastings

3.Guided Foodie Walking Tour with 6 Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,645 reviews · 3 hours · from $142

Walk downtown Reykjavík with an English-speaking local guide, stopping at five eateries for six to eight Icelandic tastings. Expect dishes such as lamb, seafood, and local sweets, plus a chance to try fermented shark. Guides including Bonnie, Thor, Stevie, and Mímir bring food, city history, and local tips together.

“The food selections were wonderful! My favorite was the first appetizer course and the seafood spot. Best food ever!! We also stopped at the hot dog place but I would have preferred getting something else at a different stop instead of a hot dog. The guide polled people and the people in my group wanted to stop there but I think another option would have been better. Most of the places were featured as an advertisement on the plane, Icelandair, and it was true, the very best food in Iceland. taste for yourself!”

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Reykjavik Walking Tour - Walk with a Viking - Squares, city government, and Lake Tjörnin
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Reykjavik Walking Tour – Walk with a Viking

4.Reykjavik Walking Tour – Walk with a Viking

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,018 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $55

In about two hours, a local guide leads a group of no more than 12 through central Reykjavík, linking Viking-era stories with landmarks, local life, and practical food and shopping tips. The route runs from Ingólfstorg to Hallgrímskirkja, with stops at the Old Harbour, Harpa, and more. Guides have included Bo, Einar, Ester, and Dúi.

“Tour was a nice review of the area. Our guide was knowledgeable but soft spoken. It was hard to hear at times.”

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Reykjavik Folklore Walking Tour: Meet the Elves, Trolls & Ghosts of Iceland - Tjörnin’s monsters and the map at City Hall
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Reykjavik Folklore Walking Tour: Meet the Elves, Trolls & Ghosts of Iceland

5.Reykjavik Folklore Walking Tour: Meet the Elves, Trolls & Ghosts of Iceland

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 702 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $55

Walk central Reykjavík with an English-speaking guide who brings Icelandic elves, trolls, ghosts and guardian spirits into the city’s streets and cemeteries. The 90-minute route includes the graveyard said to date to around 900, Hólavallagarður, Tjörnin and Alþingishúsið. Guides such as Mathias, Bo and Stefán are praised for humor and lively storytelling.

“This was such a fun tour! Our guide was loads of fun and very knowledgeable. You will have lots of laughs and gain some new knowledge of Icelandic folk lore.”

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Vatnajökull Glacier Walk from Hali - What the four hours include
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Vatnajökull Glacier Walk from Hali

6.Vatnajökull Glacier Walk from Hali

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 479 reviews · from $143

From Hali, ride a super jeep toward Breiðamerkurjökull, an outlet glacier of Vatnajökull, then walk on the ice with a local guide. Crampons, a helmet, harness and ice axe are provided. Guides such as Christina, Mihai and Bjorg have led trips, though your guide will depend on the departure. Expect a moderate half-day outing, with about 1 to 1.5 hours on the glacier.

“Great tour guide. Easy hike. Doable for children too. If you are experienced hikers like we are it is an easy walk. Still it was a fun experience and the staff is just amazing. For more experienced hikers I would recommend a day tour surely more challenging.”

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Walking tour of Reykjavik city - The National Theatre and Parliament Square
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Walking tour of Reykjavik city

7.Walking tour of Reykjavik city

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 416 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes to 3 hours (approx.) · from $51

Walk nearly three miles through central Reykjavik with an English-speaking guide, visiting Arnarholl, Laugavegur, Parliament Square, Hallgrimskirkja and more. The small group is capped at 10, and local tastings can include schnapps, dried fish, candy or Hraun chocolate. Choose a morning or afternoon start.

“A great experience and an enjoyable time. A very knowledgeable guide not only in terms of the history and the entertaining facts, but also about necessities like grocery shopping and restaurants worth their fare. You won't get a work out. There are quite a bit of grade changes during the walk and our walk exceeded the three hours. The tours are small so there's plenty of room to ask questions and engage with a guide. It was well worth the price, time, and effort.”

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Funky History Walking Tour in Reykjavik - With local storyteller - Þingholt and the story of Iceland’s changing fortunes
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Funky History Walking Tour in Reykjavik – With local storyteller

8.Funky History Walking Tour in Reykjavik – With local storyteller

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 389 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $72

Walk from Hallgrímskirkja through central Reykjavik to Parliament House on a 2.5-hour history tour in English. A local guide, including guide Lalli, brings Icelandic sagas, Norse mythology and the city’s changing fortunes into the story. The group is capped at 15, and the walk has been described as mostly downhill. A classic Icelandic hot dog may be part of the experience.

“A very interesting and funny tour with Lalli. Icelandic history is very interesting. I highly recommend the tour.”

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Reykjavik: City Walking tour in Small Group with Local Guide - Follow Laugavegur into everyday Reykjavík
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Reykjavik: City Walking tour in Small Group with Local Guide

9.City Walking tour in Small Group with Local Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 380 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $51

Start by the statue of Leifur Eiríksson at Hallgrímskirkja, then walk downhill through Reykjavík’s old center, Laugavegur, and waterfront to Harpa and Alþingi. Your English-speaking local guide shares Icelandic history and everyday culture; guides have included Ási, Ryan, Erik, and Martin. Allow 2.5 hours, dress for the weather, and expect indoor stops if it turns cold or wet.

“We didn't go to Iceland for the weather and the day of this activity was by far the worst weather day of our trip, but, true to form, the tour went on! The tour guide did a great job of keeping us on task despite the rain and high winds. The stops were interesting and relevant this was a great activity to get us situated and familiar with our surroundings on Day 1 of our trip. Highly recommended!”

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Reykjavik: Sightseeing Walking Tour with a Viking - Meeting at Ingólfur Square
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Reykjavik: Sightseeing Walking Tour with a Viking

10.Sightseeing Walking Tour with a Viking

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 361 reviews · from $51

Walk Reykjavík’s center with an English, German, French, or Spanish-speaking guide. In two hours, you’ll see Harpa, the harbor, Alþingi, Tjörnin pond, Laugavegur, and Hallgrímskirkja, while hearing Icelandic history, mythology, and useful local tips. Guides have included Einar, Bjarni, Stephan I, and Jonina.

“Excellent Goyner(sic) was intelligent, funny, and so kind. The tour was educational in very entertaining manner. I would highly recommend this tour and this guide.”

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Reykjavik: Guided Folklore Walking Tour - The Catholic Cathedral and the city’s changing stories
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Reykjavik: Guided Folklore Walking Tour

11.Guided Folklore Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 296 reviews · from $51

Walk central Reykjavik with a live guide who brings Icelandic folklore to life through tales of elves, trolls, ghosts, sea monsters and old magic. The 1.5-hour route includes two historic graveyards, the Catholic Cathedral, Lake Tjörnin and an elfstone. Guides have included Einar, Stefan, Beau, Magnus and Oli; the tour is offered in English, Spanish and French.

“Einar was an absolutely fantastic tour guide. Funny, engaging, knowledgeable and gracious. If you or your family love learning about European (in this case Icelandic) folklore, you should enjoy this experience. Just the right length too… any longer and younger kids might start to drift. Would definitely do it again!”

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Ice Cave and Glacier Walk into Blue Glacier Canyon - Walking onto Vatnajökull
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Ice Cave and Glacier Walk into Blue Glacier Canyon

12.Ice Cave and Glacier Walk into Blue Glacier Canyon

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 224 reviews · 4 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $259

Meet your guide at Jökulsárlón for a small-group outing on Vatnajökull, Iceland’s largest glacier. Over about five hours, you may hike across the ice and explore one or more caves, with helmets, crampons, and a headlight provided when needed. Guides such as Stefan and Sindri have led outings that include blue ice formations, cave passages, and glacier features.

“One of the best experiences I have had. Great guide, incredible experience with caves and glacier. Do it.”

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Private Food Walking Tour in Reykjavik - Shellfish soup by Reykjavík Harbor
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Private Food Walking Tour in Reykjavik

13.Private Food Walking Tour in Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 141 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $249

Walk central Reykjavík with a private English-speaking guide, sampling shellfish soup, a lamb hot dog, local snacks and Icelandic delicacies, including fermented shark. Weekend tours may add Kolaportið Market. The route ends near Hallgrímskirkja with a drink. Past guides include Einar, Gardar, Ester and Magnus, though your guide may differ.

“Our guide, Stefan, was really friendly and fun. We loved having a local show us around to the best spots and walk us through the history of the food. The fermented shark was definitely a highlight, and our guide was so helpful teaching how to eat it that it was actually a pleasant experience!”

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Reykjavik City Walking Tour - Þingholt turns Norse stories into street-level history
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Reykjavik City Walking Tour

14.Reykjavik City Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 136 reviews · from $53

This 2.5-hour English-language walk begins at Hallgrímskirkja and links Þingholt, Tjörnin pond, City Hall, the parliament area and the Old Harbour. Along the way, your guide covers Norse mythology, Icelandic geology and city life. Guides have included Sara, Thomas and Lalli, though the guide on your date may differ.

“Lolli gave the best walking tour we have ever been on.”

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Sólheimajökull Ice Climbing and Glacier Walk - Learning to climb, one step at a time
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Sólheimajökull Ice Climbing and Glacier Walk

15.Sólheimajökull Ice Climbing and Glacier Walk

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 132 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $246

Meet your Troll Expeditions guide at the Sólheimajökull parking lot at 2:00 pm, collect boots and glacier gear, then hike about 15 minutes to the ice. Expect a guided glacier walk, instruction in ice-climbing technique and striking views of the glacier. Groups are limited to six, and the tour lasts about four hours.

“BAHASA MELAYU: Ini tour sangat hebat. Instruktor mahir dalam kraft panjat ais, menguna ax. Penting lagi, dia pasti semua group selamat. Nama dia Joao. English: All in all, an incredible experience. our tour guide, Joao was experienced and knowledgeable. He broke down key techniques into simple steps, and made learning the craft less daunting as it appears. His emphasis on safety and general concern for the group is noteworthy. And of course, some of the most incredible sites of the glacial”

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