Booking fee
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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
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
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Possible customizing on tour with your local guide on the spot
Private guided Tour
Local Guide who will be with your group only
Gratuities
Entrance fees
Departure Point
Hallgrímstorg 1, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland
Next to the Leifur Eiríksson Monument
Return Details
Hallgrímstorg 1, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland
Next to the Leifur Eiríksson Monument
Reykjavik, Reykjavik, Iceland 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
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
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.
Katherine_N
15 Jan 2023
This was a wonderful walking tour. We prefer private tours now because you get to ask more personalized experience.
This tour in
Reykjavik
is organized by
Global Guide Services
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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