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HomeStop By the Attractions of the Icelandic Capital
Explore Iceland’s old city center, learn about Viking history of Reykjavik and catch up on current affairs with a local guide.
Highlights
- Hallgrímskirkja Church
- Þingholt
- City Hall and the Pond
- The Old Harbor
- Harpa Concert Hall
- Einar Jónsson Sculpture Garden
- Sun Voyager Sculpture
Description
Take a tour around Reykjavik and explore the famous attractions of the city. Visit the beautiful Hallgrímskirkja Church and climb to the bell tower to get the views of the city. Learn about the Norse mythology at Einar Jónsson. Get to know about Iceland’s fascinating geology and volcanic history at the City Hall.
Itinerary
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Visit to Hallgrímskirkja Churchexpand_more
The tour starts at the tourist information Centre located on Laugavegur 5 in central Reykjavik.
Begin your trip at the beautiful Hallgrímskirkja Church at the top of the downtown hill. This is the most popular landmark in the city, and for good reason.
If conditions allow, you will go up the bell tower for an incredible view over the city with its multi-coloured rooftops, Faxaflói bay with its islands and the surrounding mountains and volcanoes.
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Visit to Einar Jónsson Sculpture Parkexpand_more
Afterward, visit the beautiful sculpture park of Einar Jónsson and learn about Norse mythology before strolling through the quaint streets of Þingholt Neighborhood towards the City Pond.
Continuing across the pond and into the City Hall we view the super-sized topographical map of Iceland and your guide will explain a little bit about Iceland’s fascinating geology and volcanic history.
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Visit to Old Harbour, Harpa Concert Hall, Sun Voyager Sculpture. expand_more
The tour then threads the heart of the city, taking in the parliament, the modest but beautiful cathedral and the site of the first Viking homesteads in the city, before visiting the Old Harbour with views of the impressive Harpa Concert Hall and the popular Sun Voyager Sculpture.
What's Included
Expertly guided Reykjavík walking tour.
Entrance fees where applicable.
Local English speaking Reykjavik tour guide.
Small group experience
What's Excluded
Gratuities
Umbrella
Transfer & pick up.
What to bring
Dress according to the weather. In Iceland it is always smart to dress in warm and waterproof clothes, weather changes are swift so prepare to expect the unexpected. Dress from the feet up, warm socks and waterproof shoes or boots along with a waterproof jacket will be perfect.
Know before you go
Never cancelled due to weather, the tour is altered to more indoor visits.
Meeting point for the tour: What´s On tourist information located on Laugavegur 5 in central Reykjavik. Please be there no later than 10 minutes before your departure time.
Prices: Teenagers 12-15 years old: 50% Discount. Toddlers 0-11 years old: FREE
The tour is available all year round (depending on weather and conditions).
There is no age limit but children under 6 years old might find this tour a little long to walk so make arrangements (stroller etc), or be prepared to carry them for part of the way.
Duration: Approx. 2.5 hours. Total length of tour: 5 km
Accessible for those with limited mobility
Infant seats available
Meeting Point
Laugavegur 5, Reykjavík, Iceland
Language
English
Activity Level
Easy
Cancellation Policy
- Fully refundable in case of any cancellation upto 2 days before the tour.