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Walking tour of Reykjavik city

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Reykjavik, Iceland

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Overview

A pleasant walk among Icelandic history, street arts, folklore and colorful dwellings;
The tour is not suitable for people with walking problems and/or difficulty walking.
ideal for small groups - max. 10 people.

We’ll visit the city’s main landmarks such as the Parliament house, Hallgrimskirkja church, the Pond as well as other picturesque locations, lesser known to tourists…..and of course, we won’t miss the colorful works of art hidden around Reykjavik, one of the street art capitals of the World.

PLEASE NOTE: The tour is almost 3 miles long and has a duration
of 2h 40min-3hours.
The last part of the tour is uphill and there are few steps/stairs to take during the tour.

What's Included

  • Guidance and storytelling
  • Icelandic schnapp & dried fish, local sweets

    Meeting Location

    Meeting point

    Arnarhóll
    101 Reykjavík, Iceland

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    Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

    End point

    Hallgrímstorg 3
    Njarðargata, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland

    What To Expect

    Arnarholl Statue

    brief introduction to Reykjavik and Iceland’s early history
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    25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Laugavegur

    We'll walk in and out Reykjavik main street and explore some of the colourful,hidden street arts the city is known for.
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    20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    National Theatre of Iceland

    Admire the National Theater and its architecture
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    5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Austurvollur Square

    take a look at the Parliament House as well as at other interesting buildings and their curiosities
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    15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Hallgrimskirkja

    A quick visit to one of Reykjavik's main landmarks
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    The Einar Jonsson Sculpture Museum (Listasafn Einars Jonssonar)

    visit the interesting sculpture garden of Einar Jonsson’s museum
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    15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Lake Tjornin

    Visit the lake shore and enjoy a beautiful cityscape panorama
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • The tour is almost 3miles long, the last part of the tour is uphill and there are few steps/stairs to take during the tour
    • Not recommended for travelers with heart problems or other serious medical conditions
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Frequently Asked Questions

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Walking tour of Reykjavik city?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT).This tour 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. Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Activity code: C-178660P1

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    What's Included

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    • Guidance and storytelling
    • Icelandic schnapp & dried fish, local sweets

    Additional Info

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    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Not recommended for travelers with walking issues or difficulty walking
    • The tour is almost 3miles long, the last part of the tour is uphill and there are few steps/stairs to take during the tour
    • Not recommended for travelers with heart problems or other serious medical conditions
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

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    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

    • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
    • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
    • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
    • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT).
    • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
    • This tour 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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