Top 10 Walking Tours in Reykjavik, Capital Region

December 4, 2021 Terina Blouin

Reykjavik bears the distinction of being the world’s northernmost capital, and for many Icelandic visitors it also serves as a gateway to the rugged adventure options beyond. Recharge after outdoor pursuits in one of the many geothermal springs or luxurious indoor spas. We appreciate Reykjavik’s open-minded and energetic culture that includes a hip and internationally recognized music and arts scene, great food and notoriously "enthusiastic" nightlife.
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1. Private Midnight Sun Golden Circle Tour from Reykjavik

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Want to avoid the crowds? Join us on this Midnight Sun version of the Golden Circle. We depart in the afternoon and stay until just after midnight. This tour has it all! History, waterfalls, geothermal bathing, geysers and more! Enjoy Iceland in a private car and pick your guide's brain. This is a unique way to see some of Iceland's greatest treasures!

Inclusions: Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Transport by private vehicle

Exclusions: Food and drinks

Reviewed By Harpo208

Owner & guide Andri Sigurðsson picked our party of 4 up at the Hotel Borg for a drive around the Golden Circle. Knowing it was to rain most of the day, he reversed the normal direction of travel and we missed most of the rain. Andri is a experienced local guide and knows his history well.He is good driver and has sense of humor which we all found out shortly after meeting him.

2. Northern Lights Expedition on Viðey island

Ægisgarður 101, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland Elding Whale Watching
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Viðey island offers you change in pace for your Northern Lights expedition - this is possibly the most intimate and remote Northern Lights walking tour in Iceland! Travel by ferry to the remote yet easily accessible island of Viðey, only 20 minutes by boat from the city centre. Take in the scenery, nature and history of the island as we walk around in search of the northern lights and optimal photography spots. Enjoy a warm cup of coffee or hot chocolate while our expert guide assists you with capturing the auroras and surrounding landmarks. Learn about the Imagine Peace Tower and ask any questions that come to mind from the sights on the horizon to camera settings. The tour has a minimum of 6 people and a maximum of 20, so you are sure you have our guides full attention at all times. Explore and experience all that nature has to offer on this intimate, mysterious tour!

Inclusions: Excellent guidance and assistance with photography, Warm cottage with WC facilities and cozy seating area, Coffee / Hot Chocolate

Exclusions: Transportation to and from hotel

Reviewed By Fa7-M

I loved the spirit of whale watching without annoying the whales and I loved the passion of Sabrina in doing her work. In the end of the trip I was even lucky to see pilot whales in the bay, which is very rare. I suggest very warm clothes because in the sea it’s always very windy and cold. Anyway it was a great experience, I suggest it to everyone who loves nature.

3. Private Reykjavik Food Tour

Austurstræti 3, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland Your Friend In Reykjavik
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With our selection of local food treats you can check off a lot of things on your Icelandic food bucket list, and you sure won’t be disappointed with the quality of the restaurants we handpicked as our partners. The Reykjavik food walk is also good to get oriented in the old Reykjavik city center. All our guides are graduates from the Icelandic Tourist guide school but more importantly, they know how to entertain as well as to educate. The only bad thing on this tour is the fermented shark, but hey, its an adventure and what does not kill you makes you stronger and cooler back home ;). One of the best things about doing a food tour is getting a sense of the history of the country while eating something delicious & exciting. You will also get tips on Food, Fun & Drink for the rest of our stay in Reykjavik so perfect as one of the first stops while in Reykjavik.

Inclusions: Be hungry as you will have plenty to eat, We will have an Icelandic drink of choice at the end of our tour

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Reviewed By Donna D

Very enjoyable afternoon. Learned about Reykjavik and heard entertaining stories. Guide answered our questions and gave great recommendations.

4. Eimverk Distillery Visit

Lyngás 13, 210 Garðabær, Iceland Eimverk Distillery
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Eimverk Distillery is Icelands’ first and only whisky distillery and a perfect destination for whiskey fans and for anyone with an interest in Icelandic Spirits. We are also the only distillery producing spirits from 100% Icelandic barley, we make Flóki our whisky, Vor our premium Gin and Víti our old style traditional Icelandic Brennivín. In our Distillery tour you will have the opportunity to sample Flóki Icelands first and only whisky; learn about the processes involved in creating Icelandic spirits from Icelandic barley; as well as sampling Vor our premium pot distilled gin and Víti our old style Icelandic Brennivín all handcrafted from native herbs and botanicals.

Inclusions: Guided tour through the distillery., Flóki Whisky tasting., Vor Gin tasting., Víti Brennivín tasting., Q&A with a member of the Eimverk team., Alcoholic Beverages

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Reviewed By N4075MWandrewt

The distillery is small and well presented. You book through their website. Communication is good. You can access the distillery from Reykjavik either by taxi (expensive) or bus (number 1 drops off an easy 5 minute walk away). At the distillery you enter in to a small bar area with tables & seats where we were met with gins. The guide was welcoming and engaging. He talked about the distillery and the drinks, providing a sample of each (approx 9 in total). Started with gins, then aqua vitae and then the whiskies. Part way through we entered the distillery and toured round. The evening has a relaxed feel. It was very pleasant and interesting. It lasted for a couple of hours. If you like local and unique, and enjoy whisky (& gin) then a I recommend a visit to this distillery. A very pleasant evening.

5. Reykjavik Food & Wine Tour

Barion Bryggjan Brugghús, Grandagarður 8, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland Magical Iceland - Food & Wine Tours
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Reykjavik Food & Wine Tour is without a doubt THE 5 star version of a tour for FUN loving foodies ! - In 4 - 5 hours you will experience "the best of" and our favourite of the cuisine in NIceland... while having a blast with a passionate local legend.  This tour does cost more than other food tours but like our fellow foodie put it : "The tour is not cheap, but given how expensive food and drink in Reykjavik can be and how much of both are given on this tour, we actually felt like it was a great bargain - and that's not even counting how much fun the company was. Seriously, DO THIS TOUR. You will not regret it." - We truly hope to be able to "meet and feed" you during your NIceland stay :)

Inclusions: Food tasting, Lunch (around 6 selected restaurant / bar stops), Wine tasting, Beer tasting (selected Icelandic locally brewed beers), Light refreshments, Fun loving passionate local guide sharing his / her "brutally honest" opinions on NIceland, Lunch, Snacks, Alcoholic Beverages, Tour ends between 5 and 6pm leaving guests with a FULL stomach :) and a BIG smile... and some red wine ;)

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Reviewed By NhNh2424

We are a family of four from the US and just had the most exquisite day with Ymir, exploring the amazing sights and food of the Golden Circle. Ymir's passion for food and all things Icelandic was infectious and we had an incredible experience. Spending a full day with Ymir is well worth it and highly recommended.

6. Reykjanes secret G spots

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In these uncertain times… When tourism became just a business. When all offered tours are overpriced and you became just a number in a crowded bus, when you want to feel special.. Who you gonna call..? G spot Iceland !!! We will take you on a travel through Reykjanes peninsula to understand how land of Ice and Fire was created. Unique landscapes, numerous types of volcanoes, open fissures and faults, geothermal areas and lava fields. You'll see inside out how whole process of land creation was happening. Unforgettable landscape, amazing forms, interesting history and subtle smell of mother nature. Amazing caves, steaming craters, hot pot bathing and nearly no tourists around us. Also on our lunch break we will cook for you some eggs on a energy harvested from hot springs. You have a option to choose from 3 different paths on this tour including one with a visit to recent 2021 eruption site ! And remember - as our guests say at the end of the route.. this is not a normal tour :)

Inclusions: Helmets, headlamps, crampons, Coffee and/or Tea, WiFi on board, Eggs boiled at hot springs !

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Reviewed By rleeroyjenkins

Excellent, one of our best experiences in Iceland. Przemo put on a great tour and was super knowledgeable. Took great care of us going through the lava tube and checking out some of the geysers and geothermal hot spots outside if Reykjavik. Totally above and beyond what we expected, highly recommend these guys to anyone visiting Iceland.

7. Reykjavik Food Walk

Harpa Concert Hall and Conference Centre, Austurbakki 2, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland The Reykjavik Food Walk
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Local food, city & history tour of Reykjavik. In the tastiest sight seeing tour in Iceland, we explore down town Reykjavik through delicious local cuisines that you would never come across in your typical “to-do in Iceland” itinerary! You will stroll around the city and visit 5-6 wonderful local restaurants with a fun & knowledgeable guide by your side. In our tours you will have a chance to try the best local cuisines of Iceland in each season, like the delicious Icelandic lamb, home made Icelandic ice cream from a secret family recipe, an authentic catch of the day, Icelandic cheese, a hot dog from the famous Icelandic hot dog stand and much more! If you like to experience Reykjavik, Iceland’s history, unique cuisines, local restaurants and make new friends you should definitely join our Reykjavik Food Walk tour. Just make sure you show up hungry!

Inclusions: 3 hour walking tour with a local guide, Visit 5-6 local establishments from food trucks to fine dining restaurants, Taste 10+ amazing & authentic Icelandic cuisines

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Reviewed By 448frech

When I booked this tour, I wondered at the high price. As always, you get what you pay for - you don’t just get to sample casual food, but get treated to some very fine dining as well. The portions were all very generous too. Very good selection of foods and restaurants and a fantastic and very knowledgeable guide. Well worth it!

8. Walking tour of Reykjavik city

Arnarhóll, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland Raven Travel
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A pleasant walk among Icelandic history, street arts, folklore and colourful dwellings; ideal for small groups - max. 8 people We’ll visit the city’s main landmarks such as the Parliament house, Hallgrimskirkja church, the Pond and the Sun Voyager as well as other picturesque locations, lesser known to tourists…..and of course, we won’t miss the colourful works of art hidden around Reykjavik, one of the street art capitals of the World.

Inclusions: Guidance and storytelling, Icelandic schnapp & dried fish, local sweets

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Reviewed By Oz2020

We highly recommend Luca's Raven tours. Luca is an excellent guide. His knowledge and manner make him the perfect guide. We wanted a family tour (me and 2 teenagers) so we could go at our own pace, get lots of local knowledge and not worry about driving conditions. We got that and more on the 2 separate day tours we booked with him. If we'd had more time we would have done another one. Thanks so much, Luca.

9. Private Tour: Golden Circle Tour by Luxury SUV from Reykjavik

BR Tours - Private Tours
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Small tour operator with personal service. All ours tours are flexible. Private tour of the Golden Circle offers the opportunity to see a meeting-point of the continental plates and site of the ancient Icelandic parliament, a spouting hot spring and a roaring waterfall, all in one doable-in-a-day loop. Visiting under your own steam allows you to visit at off-hours and explore exciting attractions further afield. Must see on all tours: • Thingvellir Nationalpark • Geysir area and Strokkur • Golden Waterfall // Gullfoss Optional stops: • Lunch at Fridheimar tomato farm • Efsti Dalur - Dary farm with delicious home made ice cream • Faxi Waterfalls • Laugavatn Fontana - SPA • Secret Lagoon - Pool For small private tours we use luxury SUV For larger group of 6-14, we have very comfortable 2018 Mercedes Sprinter Van with extra leg room.

Inclusions: Luxury SUV - Land Rover Defender 2020 or similar, Professional driver and guide, Hotel pick-up and drop-off, Transport in full-size SUV, Private tour, All Fees and Taxes, WiFi on board

Exclusions: Food and drinks

Reviewed By U1512LZdavidw

My family of 10 was planning a trip to Iceland, but had to reschedule because of continuing concerns around the COVID-19 virus. Jon reached out to *me* to make sure we received the refund of our original deposit. What an honorable and considerate gesture, and extraordinary customer service. I hope when we're finally able to rebook a future trip, we're able to use BR Tours, because I know we'll be in excellent hands. Thank you, Jon.

10. Reykjavík VIP CityWalk Tour

Hallgrimskirkja, Hallgrímstorg 1, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland CityWalk Reykjavik
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Very intimate walking tour with a true Viking, born and raised in Reykjavík, covering the highlights of Reykjavík on this 3 hour tour. Famous landmarks are visited, history of the city is brought to life and you are introduced to local culture. The tour starts on the highest elevated point in town, is wheelchair accessible and all downhill, also ideal for children. The small size of the group makes it flexible for stops indoors in cold weather and the lengthy tour makes it relaxed as if you are with a new Icelandic friend. The tour culminates with traditional lamb soup in a cozy authentic restaurant. Price: 4500 ISK (lunch included!)

Inclusions: Lunch, Local Professional guide

Exclusions: Drinks, Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Reviewed By Funnybon

We did the free city walk tour with Erik. He was extremely informative and humourous, answering lots of our questions about the city and Iceland. The tour is only 2km and takes about 2 hours covering all the main sights of the city as well as some hidden gems. Great way to start your holiday and to get your bearings/recommendations for things to see, bars and restaurants to visit from a knowledgeable local. Highly recommended.

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