Booking fee
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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
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)
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Local guide
Snacks
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Departure Point
Hallgrímstorg 1, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland
We will meet you in front of Hallgrímskirkja Church, by the Viking statue.
Hallgrimskirkja, Reykjavik, Iceland Marvel at the city's most famous landmark. 20 minutes
The Statue of Leif Eiriksson, Reykjavik, Iceland Learn about Leif Ericsson and his family. 10 minutes
Einar Jonsson Museum (Listasafn Einars Jonssonar), Reykjavik, Iceland We visit Einar Jónson's sculpture garden to enjoy some of his artwork and listen to stories about Vikings and Norse mythology. 20 minutes
Freyjugata, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland Stroll through this residential area and learn about how Icelanders converted to Christianity. 10 minutes
Þingholtsstræti, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland 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
Lake Tjornin, Reykjavik, Iceland Stroll past Tjörnin Pond 5 minutes
Parliament House (Althingishus), Reykjavik, Iceland Learn about the political history of Iceland 20 minutes
Reykjavik City Hall, Reykjavik, Iceland Take a look inside the City Hall 20 minutes
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
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure 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.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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.
gregmP6080RO
21 Apr 2023
The tour was fantastic. We learned lots of interesting history. Lalli was a great tour guide, a wonderful storyteller, and a genuinely nice person. I would highly recommend it.
Voyage191358
18 Apr 2023
Great tour! If you want to know the full history of how Iceland came to be this is the tour for you. The traditional meal at the end was very good as well. It was at an Icelandic street food restaurant with some good choices to choose from. Our guide was Lalli and he was wonderful. Can't recommend this tour enough!
Meander36766339432
11 Apr 2023
This Funky History Walk is an ideal primer for your Reykjavik visit! Expert guide Lalli starts at the very beginning and shares the cultural history of this great country through present day.
A comprehensive historic overview is infused with relevant personal anecdotes and unparalleled humor. Lalli has a superb disposition and tailors each tour to participants to include tips for navigating Iceland and getting the best value for your money while in country.
Even before our tour began, e-mail communication with Lella was perfect. This kind of personalized attention to detail will spoil you!
This tour in
Reykjavik
is organized by
Funky Iceland
We always double-check the availability with our local partners for each booking. Even though this is usually a swift process, it can take up to 24 hours. Once this process is completed you will receive your voucher or ticket by email. If our local partner is not able to confirm your booking we will offer you the best possible alternative. If the new date and/or time doesn’t fit your itinerary, we will reimburse the full amount paid.
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