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- English
This Reykjavik walking tour is an immersive history lesson with Icelandic lunch included in the price. The tour is a quick and easy way to learn about the history of Iceland and the basic stuff you need to know to continue exploring the city on your own. Join us on an amazing journey through 1150 years of Icelandic history and learn how the fight for survival, freedom and tolerance have shaped a nation. This is the funkiest of all tours and our guides will tell you some crazy stories with their unique entertaining style.
Included in the price:
• Local English-speaking guide
• An in-depth view of Iceland's history
Why walk with us?
• We tell you some crazy stories about Iceland and its people
• We tell it like it is, no sugar coating the truth
• We have certified guides who know their stuff
• It’s a fun, relaxed and entertaining walk
• Small groups (max 15)
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We will meet you in front of Hallgrímskirkja Church, by the Viking statue.
Itinerary
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1Hallgrimskirkja
Marvel at the city's most famous landmark.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2The Statue of Leif Eiriksson
Learn about Leif Ericsson and his family.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3The Einar Jonsson Sculpture Museum (Listasafn Einars Jonssonar)
We visit Einar Jónson's sculpture garden to enjoy some of his artwork and listen to stories about Vikings and Norse mythology.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Freyjugata
Stroll through this residential area and learn about how Icelanders converted to Christianity.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Þingholtsstræti
Stroll through the streets of Þingholt neighbourhoud and learn how Icelanders went from being the poorest nation in the world into economic growth.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Lake Tjornin
Stroll past Tjörnin Pond
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7Parliament House (Althingishus)
Learn about the political history of Iceland
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8Reykjavik City Hall
Take a look inside the City Hall
20 minutes • Admission ticket free
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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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
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A maximum of 15 people per booking
- An immersive history lesson with a local guide
- A minimum number of 6 participants
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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