Top Reykjavik Walking Tours

Discover Reykjavik’s foodie scene and sample delicious Icelandic cuisine on this walking tour. Visit a variety of Reykjavik eateries from restaurants to food trucks, and sample a selection of traditional dishes and street food favorites including Icelandic cheeses, lamb, homemade ice cream, and the famous Icelandic hot dogs. Along the way, pass by landmarks such as Hallgrimskirkja, the Harpa concert hall, and Parliament House.

Capital of Iceland—the Land of Fire and Ice—Reykjavík boasts a colorful history dating back to the days of the Vikings. On this small-group walking tour, limited to 10 people, explore the streets of Reykjavík with your Viking guide and hear the hidden secrets many visitors miss. With a traditional Viking lunch included, discover top attractions including Hallgrímskirkja and enjoy an immersive experience in the culture and traditions of Iceland.

Finding authentic places to eat can be tricky in an unfamiliar place. Take the guesswork out of your visit to Reykjavík on this guided walking tour that takes you to a multitude of eateries around the capital, including the city's oldest restaurant and a much-loved hot dog stand. In a small group of no more than 12, learn about Iceland's culinary history and traditions as you sample such dishes as Icelandic meat soup, skyr, and lobster soup.

Explore Raufarhólshellir, one of the longest lava tunnels in Iceland, with ease on this stress-free tour. With a helmet and headlamp, see some of the tunnel’s most interesting features and learn about the changing colors of the lava rock formations from a guide. The tour departs regularly, making it easy to slot this tour into even the busiest sightseeing schedule.

Five stars rating Private Tour on Viator! This is a full personal and custom experience for you and your party with local guides: about 75 minutes walking each way and 90 minutes at the volcanic eruption site. With our private tour, you control the pace of the hike and stop when you want to catch a breath; no rush! The eruption site is 20 miles from Keflavik International Airport and is the biggest attraction in the country. Volcanic activity is changing every day, enlarging the site on such a significant daily basis, making the experience different day-by-day. We recommend layering up with rain gear and cold-weather clothing. Icelandic weather changes rapidly. All our guides are fully accredited with the permits and licenses to lead. Our private tours comply with the safety guidelines providing: Portable gas detector (O2, H2S, CO, EX) Gas mask available if the level exceeds the recommended limits. Walking poles available on request Headlights for the night tours

The Northern Lights are one of the world’s most spectacular natural phenomenon, and Iceland is one of few places in the world where it’s possible to view the elusive Aurora borealis. Maximize your chances of witnessing nature’s lightshow on this tour from Reykjavík, and seek out the best viewing spots around the city.

Tick off three of Iceland’s most popular attractions in only one day on this full-day Golden Circle tour from Reykjavik. In addition to visiting the UNESCO-listed Thingvellir National Park and the Geysir Geyser, you’ll experience an exhilarating snowmobile ride on the Langjökull glacier. During the tour, you will also see the Gullfoss Waterfall.

Iceland is home to soaring volcanoes and cascading waterfalls, but the most impressive natural attractions are spread far and wide. This Golden Circle bus tour heads directly through the Geysir geothermal area to sites of interest including the Gulfoss waterfall and Thingvellir National Park. Reach the landmarks in comfort with time to explore on foot, and enjoy panoramic views over the Icelandic countryside.

Hit the most important landmarks in Iceland during this Golden Circle tour from Reykjavik. With a local guide, visit the Gullfoss waterfall, the most impressive cascade in Iceland. Stop at the legendary Geysir geothermal area and explore Thingvelllir (Þingvellir) National Park's mossy expanses and deep fissures. Visit the Friðheimar greenhouse, where geothermal energy is harnessed to grow hothouse vegetables in the middle of the Scandinavian winter. Round-trip transportation from Reykjavik is included; transportation is by climate-controlled coach.

Immerse yourself in the natural beauty, flora, and fauna of Iceland on this full-day excursion down the country's south coast. Onboard a climate-controlled coach with your naturalist guide, visit sites like the Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss waterfalls, and the Reynisdrangar rock formations near the charming coastal town of Vik. All activities and round-trip transportation from Reykjavik are included.

Make an adventurous descent inside the remains of Iceland’s dormant Thrihnukagigur volcano during this small-group excursion from Reykjavik. Traverse the surreal landscapes of Iceland’s countryside on your way to the Blue Mountains, hiking through the area’s craggy lava fields. Then follow your guide inside the geological site's immense subterranean interior, its walls still scalded from an eruption that took place 4,000 years ago. This small-group excursion, limited to 18 guests, also includes all necessary safety equipment and round-trip hotel transportation.

Iceland has a strong mythical tradition, with all sorts of elves, trolls, and other popular folkloric characters, not to mention 13 iterations of Santa. On this guided tour of Reykjavik, go into the oldest part of town to learn all about these creatures and their stories, with stops at the oldest graveyard in the city, an elf stone, and to the Reykjavik Pond, where aquatic monsters are believed to dwell.

Delve into Viking history and heritage in the Icelandic capital on this Reykjavik small-group walking tour. Follow your guide through the streets and parks of Reykjavik, and gain insight into the city’s strong Viking influences. Discover top city attractions including the Harpa Concert Hall and Hallgrímskirkja Church, and pick up insider tips on the best places to eat and drink during your stay.

Get oriented in Reykjavik and kickstart your Iceland adventure on this small-group guided walking tour, available at multiple departure times. Learn about Iceland’s early history at the Anarholl Statue, see Laugavegur main street, Austurvollur Square, and Lake Tjornin, and admire the landmark concrete Hallgrim’s Church, a concert hall, and a sculpture garden, plus plenty of street art. Along the way, try a traditional Icelandic snack: schnapps with dried fish.

Eat and drink your way through Iceland’s capital city with this tour of Reykjavik’s many traditional bistros, breweries, and wine bars. Forget about deciding where to go or navigating Reykjavik’s cobbled streets, your tour guide will lead the way while keeping your belly and glass full. Stops at museums, historic squares, and artisan shops add a touch of history and culture to the experience.

Located just outside of Reykjavik, the Raufarhólshellir Lava Tunnel is one of the most accessible natural wonders in the country. This guided tour takes you inside the tunnel—a feat only available on a guided tour—where you can see magnificent geological features that have been created by ancient lava flows.

Explore the natural beauty of the Snæfellsnes peninsula on a full-day tour from Reykjavik. Your knowledgeable guide shares informative commentary about the geology and volcanic terrain as you travel through one of Iceland's most breathtaking landscapes. See the Snæfellsjökull glacier, Kirkjufell Mountain, picturesque fishing villages, and black-sand beaches around the region.

See the iconic Golden Circle sights and wallow in the geothermal pools at Fontana on a full-day trip from Reykjavik, with an expert guide. Awe at beautiful Gullfoss waterfall and the Strokkur geyser as it spouts into the air at the Geysir geothermal area. Enter Thingvellir National Park to see Iceland’s historic parliamentary site and the geological rift of the continental plates, a testament to the continuously moving earth’s crust. Finally, enjoy an optional bathe in the naturally heated pools and steam baths at Fontana’s spa before returning to Reykjavik.

Discover the waterfalls, volcanoes and hot pools of south Iceland’s Landmannalauger region on this day trip from Reykjavik. Traveling by coach, behold the barren beauty of Landmannalauger, located in the spectacular Highlands of Iceland, an area of rocky deserts, multicolored mountains and geothermal springs. Learn how volcanic eruptions and lava streams have shaped the landscapes through the ages; visit Hjalparfoss waterfall; stop to bathe in a natural warm-water pool; and gaze up at mighty Hekla, Iceland’s most active volcano.

CRAZY ELVES is our standard route where we will take you to amazing lava tube, Icelandic version of loch ness lake, typical wild hot pot, hot springs where we would cook eggs, blue lagoon and mystic steaming crater from 13th century. Tour would last around 7hrs and it's the easiest path. FRISKY TROLLS offers same stops as elves plus unique fissure cave / inside of a inactive volcano, alternative 4x4 route and on top of that you'll receive shiny gifts. Tour would last around 8hrs and it's balanced not to hard nor easy. HARDCORE @ VOLCANO this option is the most demanding. We would cover all the spots from previous options and on top of that we will visit current eruption site @ Fagradalsfjall to see active volcano squirting molten lava. Tour would last around 11hrs and it's the most challenging when we speak about time to exercise ratio. However so far all our guests at the end of this route were tired but very happy they decided to go with it This is not going to be a normal tour.

Spend an evening sampling the best of Iceland's craft beers over the course of this 2.5-hour tour. Sip 10 different beers, most of which can only be found in Iceland, and learn about the history of Icelandic beer from the Vikings to present day. Travel with a small group, which ensures personalized attention from your guide and an intimate atmosphere.

Get to know the spirit of Reykjavik on this walking tour of Iceland's capital. Follow your guide to the city's most important landmarks, including the Sun Voyager (Sólfar) sculpture, Harpa Concert Hall, the Old Harbour, the multicolored Thingholt houses, and the Hallgrímskirkja Church. Along the way, learn about the city's culture, history, and traditions through your guide's entertaining commentary. All entrance fees and light refreshments are included.

Get an up-close look at Iceland’s incredible volcanic landscape on this hiking day trip, which includes round-trip 4x4 jeep transport from Reykjavik and a visit to Seljalandsfoss Waterfall. Hike around craters and cooling lava on a guided 16 km hike from Basar to Fimmvorduhals Volcano in Thorsmork Valley. Along the way, learn about the country’s high concentration of volcanoes and enjoy regular stops to rest and take photos.

Tour Iceland’s Golden Circle at your own pace, and enjoy the freedom to go further afield, on a private day trip from Reykjavik by luxury SUV. Trace the Golden Circle trail around the famous sites at Thingvellir, the Geysir geothermal field, and Gullfoss waterfall. Plus, stop at sites often missed by visitors, such as Laugavatn and Faxi waterfall. Your flexible itinerary includes a break for lunch (own expense), plus hotel pickup and drop-off.