Reykjavik

15 Best Reykjavik Walking Tours

The walking tours of the world’s northernmost capital: sagas, elves taken half-seriously and a parliament older than most countries. Two hours covers the center and the character.

1.Reykjavík Small group Walking Tour – by CityWalk

Discover Reykjavik in just 2 hours on this small-group walking tour. Explore iconic landmarks, hidden stories, and local secrets with a knowledgeable guide.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“The walking tour was great. Edda was lovely and really knowledgeable, giving out lots of information as we went along. Would definitely recommend!”

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2.Reykjavik: Guided Foodie Walking Tour with 6 Tastings

Explore Reykjavik’s culinary scene on this guided walking tour featuring 6-8 tastings across five local eateries. Perfect for food lovers and culture seekers.

★ 4.9

“Thor was our tour guide, really informative and gave us loads of facts, food was delicious and got to try some authentic Icelandic food! Definitely recommend”

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

Discover Reykjavik's mythical side on this engaging 1.5-hour folklore walking tour, exploring elves, trolls, ghosts, and local legends with expert guides.

★ 4.5

“Interesting ! Icelands stories are very interesting but based or gore ! Atmospheric tour with enthusiastic guide 😀”

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6.Walking tour of Reykjavik city

Discover Reykjavik’s highlights on a small-group walking tour for just $49.70. Learn history, see street art, and taste local snacks with a knowledgeable guide.

★ 5.0

“Luca was very knowledgeable and helpful. Great tour! Dress warmly, including hat and gloves as you often stand in place to hear the host’s explanation.”

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

Discover Reykjavik's quirky side with a fun and insightful 2.5-hour walking tour led by a lively local storyteller, exploring landmarks and Icelandic lore.

★ 5.0

“This is one of the best tours we've ever taken. Lully was absolutely fantastic. We learned all about Iceland from Greek mythology to today. It was one of the most informative and fun tours we've been on. The history was amazing. Learning about Reykjavik and…”

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8.Reykjavik: City Walking tour in Small Group with Local Guide

Discover Reykjavik’s highlights with a small-group walking tour led by passionate local guides. See iconic landmarks, learn Icelandic culture, and enjoy authentic city vibes.

★ 4.8

“Martin was our guide. Very informative. He shared a lot of interesting facts from history and modern days. We didn’t rush anywhere that is a big plus to Martin. Took plenty of photos.”

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9.Reykjavik: Guided Folklore Walking Tour

Discover Reykjavik’s folklore on this engaging walking tour, exploring elves, trolls, and legends with passionate guides for an authentic Icelandic experience.

★ 4.7

“Tour is a fun 1.5 hour walk through the city with several stops along the way. Our guide Mathias introduced us to some of the lore and stories which now inspires me to attempt the Icelandic Sagas that has been sitting on the shelf for…”

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10.The Reykjavik Cat Walking Tour

Discover Reykjavik’s charm and local feline friends on this 2-hour small-group walking tour, combining Icelandic folklore, city sights, and cozy cat cafe moments.

★ 5.0

“This tour was one of our favorite experiences in Iceland! Our guide, Robin was funny, friendly, and clearly adored every cat in the city. We visited colorful neighborhoods, met several famous shop cats, and even stopped at the cozy Cat Café for coffee and cuddles.…”

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11.Private Food Walking Tour in Reykjavik

Discover Reykjavik’s culinary scene on this private 3-hour walking tour. Sample local delicacies, learn about Icelandic culture, and explore the city’s best food spots.

★ 5.0

“A very nice food and walking tour. We enjoyed trying several of the local delicacies while learning about the city and the culture.”

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12.Reykjavik City Walking Tour

Explore Reykjavik’s highlights on a 2.5-hour small-group walking tour, visiting iconic landmarks, learning local stories, and enjoying personalized insights.

★ 4.5

“Our tour guide was Asta. She was fantastic— smart, knowledgeable, and funny! We learned so much about the history of Reykjavík and Iceland, including cool and fun facts about everything from the landmarks, the cats, good places to eat and shop, earthquakes and volcanoes, to…”

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13.2-Hour Reykjavik Private Walking Tour

Discover Reykjavik with a personalized 2-hour private walking tour, covering city highlights like Harpa, Hallgrimskirkja, and local stories—all at your pace.

★ 5.0

“Thomas was an amazing guide! We loved the tour - best way to get an overview of the history of Iceland and the main attractions! Highly highly recommend it!”

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14.Reykjavik: Guided City Walking Tour

Discover Reykjavik's main sights and hidden gems on this small-group walking tour. Enjoy local snacks, cultural stories, and authentic cityscapes for a true Icelandic experience.

★ 4.9

“I recently took a walking tour of Reykjavik with Luca, and it was fantastic. Luca’s deep knowledge of the city’s history and culture, along with his engaging storytelling, made the tour truly enjoyable. We visited major landmarks, as well as hidden gems like local cafes…”

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15.Reykjavik: Feline-Focused City Walking Tour

Discover Reykjavik’s feline charm on this 2-hour walking tour. Pet cats, learn Icelandic cat legends, visit a cozy cat café and see key city sights.

★ 4.8

“Amazing way to see the city and learn about the history of the city. Oh and the cats of course. See the local celebrities worth seeing. The cafe is also amazing.”

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More Reykjavik Walking Tours

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