Akureyri Private Walking Tour

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2 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Explore Akureyri, Iceland’s northern capital, on a private two-hour walking tour with a local guide. Starting at the Hof Cultural Center by the harbor, stroll past key landmarks like Ráðhústorg, Göngugatan, and the dramatic Gilið gorge. Visit Akureyri Church and learn about the town’s growth from a trading post to a cultural hub. The tour ends at Lystigarður Akureyrar, a peaceful botanical garden with stunning fjord views. This tour offers a perfect mix of local stories, scenery, and culture.

What's Included

A guided walk with an experienced and fun-loving guide
Pickup from a hotel if it's within an easily walkable distance (pickup list provided)
Tip or gratuity

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We offer pickup from the hotels/accommodations within the specified radius. If your hotel is not listed, we kindly ask you to meet us at Hof Cultural and Conference Center (in the lobby) We recommend using Google Maps! (The Center is located by the town's picturesque harbor) Your guide will be wearing a light blue jacket that´s easily recognizable. If you have any questions please feel free to reach out!

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Meeting point
Hof Cultural and Conference Centre

We begin at the modern and striking Hof Cultural and Conference Center, located by the town’s picturesque harbor. Your guide will be waiting wearing a light blue jacket with the Your Friend in Reykjavik logo on the back.

End point
Akureyri Botanical Garden

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Akureyri

    We walk past Höfnin (the harbor), which has long been the lifeline of Akureyri’s trade and development

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Ráðhústorg

    Where locals gather and events are often held

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Akureyri

    Strolling along Göngugatan, the cozy pedestrian street lined with shops and cafés, you'll get a feel for the town’s daily rhythm.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Akureyri

    A tour highlight is a stop at Gilið, the gorge that dramatically cuts through the town center.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Akureyrarkirkja

    We view the beautiful Akureyri Church, designed by famed architect Guðjón Samúelsson. Your guide will share the story of this beloved landmark, a true city symbol.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Akureyri Museum

    We pass by the Akureyri Museum (Minjasafnið), which offers insight into life in Eyjafjörður through the centuries.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 7
    Akureyri Botanical Garden

    Our final stop is a gentle climb to the serene Lystigarður Akureyrar, one of the northernmost botanical gardens in the world

    15 minutes • Admission ticket not included

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
City Tours
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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