ICELAND EXPERIENCE
Reykjavik Private Walking Tour With A Professional Guide
LOCAL CONDITIONS
Weather for this experience
Forecast near Faxafloi Bay · Reykjavík forecast
4°
Overcast
Today · Wind 3 m/s
Today
8° 3°
Overcast
Tomorrow
9° 6°
Light rain
Tue
9° 5°
Overcast
Wed
5° 3°
Rain
Thu
5° -3°
Partly cloudy
Fri
8° -2°
Rain showers
Sat
9° 8°
Overcast
Data: Icelandic Met Office
Forecast shown for the nearest supported Icelandic Met Office station. Conditions can vary along tour routes and at higher elevations.
DRIVING CONDITIONS
Road signals for Reykjavík
Official road alerts from Vegagerðin that IceWay can confidently match to this travel region.
For guided tours, the operator makes the final operational decision. If you are self-driving, always check the official road map before departure.
About this experience
Titled as the northernmost capital of a sovereign state in the world, its first parliament was founded by Ingolfr Arnarson. This city will welcome you with a rich history with roots as old as 870 AD. Reykjavik combines nature & modern civilization perfectly, with snow-capped mountains on one side, and colourful buildings on the other. Iceland’s capital will leave an impression and warm up your heart, as you learn with us all the details about the city and how icelandic culture is so unique in Europe.
You will learn about:
First permanent settlement in Iceland by Norsemen
Inspiration for the name “Reykjavík”
Farmland until the 18th century
Rise of the Innréttingar Corporation and the industrial age
The Danish Crown and exclusive trading charter
19th century expansion of commerce
Icelandic independence movement
End of first World War and arrival of icelandic sovereignty
World War II and allied occupation
Post-war development
Itinerary
- Tour stop
You will see: Austurvöllur Square Althingishus (The Parliament House) Dómkirkjan (Reykjavík Cathedral) Kolaportio Reykjavik Old Harbour Reykjavik City Hall University of Iceland National Museum of Iceland National Gallery of Iceland Fríkirkjan Church National Centre for Cultural Heritage Harpa Concert Hall and Conference Centre Sólfar (Sun Voyager) Laugavegur Street
Pass by without stopping
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Ticket informationMobile or paper ticket accepted
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.