The Icelandic Women Walking Tour in Iceland

About this experience

Welcome to The Icelandic Women Walking Tour in Reykjavik, a fascinating exploration of the city's history, culture, and the inspiring women who have helped shape it.

Over the course of this 3-hour walking tour, we'll delve into Reykjavik's & Iceland’s rich past, visiting some of its most iconic landmarks and hidden gems.

Along the way, we'll hear the stories of Icelandic women who have made history, broken barriers, and shaped the country’s culture and society.

Learn about powerful women like Vigdís Finnbogadóttir; yes, the Icelandic names are easy, but she was the world's first democratically elected female president.
And about the laws passed in Iceland, where Icelandic companies have to prove to the government that you pay equally to both men and women.

Our journey will take us to some of Reykjavik's most famous landmarks, including the stunning Hallgrímskirkja church, the colorful houses of the Old Town, and the bustling harbor.

What's included

Itinerary

1. Tour stop

   We start our journey at a fitting place, the monument of the settlement of Iceland. Discuss the role of women at Viking & Settlement times

2. Tour stop

   Our next stop is the Parliament building and there we have the opportunity of discussing the role of women in politics since the establishment of Alþingi (Arguably the first Parliament in the world)

3. Tour stop

   Our next stop is Reykjavik City Hall, where we have the opportunity of learning about some of the original women settlers of Iceland, like Audur the Deepminded

4. Tour stop

   The beautiful view overlooking the Reykjavik pond, the birdlife and the artwork surrounding it.

5. Tour stop

   There is a nice area by the pond where sculptures made by Icelandic women are the center pieces. This small sculpture garden bears the name "The Pearl Necklace" and is to remember the original Icelandic sculpturists.

6. Tour stop

   The Mother's garden, as the name implies was primarly intended for mother with their children

7. Tour stop

   The Water Carrier sculpture is a wonderful reminder of the hardwork that women have done in the past.

8. Tour stop

   A memorial site for Bríeti Bjarnhéðinsdóttur. In memory of the first suffragettes in Iceland

9. Tour stop

   It's fitting that the main shopping street of Reykjavik is name Laugavegur, Pool road as the women carried laundry from old town Reykjavik to wash them in the geothermal pools at Laugardalur (hot spring valley).

10. Tour stop

    There is time for small sweet Icelandic tastings on our tour

11. Tour stop

    The main landmark of Iceland is worth visiting, and of course the role of women in Icelandic religion. We take advantage of the opportunity to visit the belltower, which offers spectacular views of Reykjavik. Did you know that 2 out of 3 church bells bear women's names?

12. Tour stop

    We have several possible stops on this street, for example to look at the beautiful handcraft at Handprjónasambandið (The Handknitters Accociation of Iceland).

Know before you go

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels