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Free Walking Tour Reykjavik

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#19 of 372 Tours in Reykjavik

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Laekjartorgi | Laekjartorg Square, Reykjavik 101, Iceland

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“Wonderful way to understand Iceland’s culture both past and present”

Had the pleasure of having Disa assigned to our group and not only was she a wealth of information... read more

Reviewed today

Desiree M

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“Tour cancelled”

My wife and I rushed to be on time for this tour only to be told by the guide that he was canceling... read more

Reviewed 2 days ago

Nicholas M

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Summer season (June 1st - August 31st). Departure is twice a day from the small green clock-tower on Laekjartorg Square, 7 days a week. At 12.00 and at 14.00. Winter season (September 1st - May 31st). Departure is once a day from the small green clock-tower on Laekjartorg Square, 7 days a week. At 13.00. (see more on freewalkingtour website).

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Hours Today: 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM, 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

Suggested Duration: 1-2 hours

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Laekjartorgi | Laekjartorg Square, Reykjavik 101, Iceland

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Desiree M

Reviewed today via mobile

Wonderful way to understand Iceland’s culture both past and present

Had the pleasure of having Disa assigned to our group and not only was she a wealth of information but she made the experience so enjoyable with her knowledge and charming personality. The walk is at a easy pace with multiple stops around town. You...More

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Nicholas M

Reviewed 2 days ago via mobile

Tour cancelled

My wife and I rushed to be on time for this tour only to be told by the guide that he was canceling the tour because there weren't enough people and that we should come back tomorrow. Obviously disappointing for the group of people who...More

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I'm terribly sorry that you were disappointed. We have a very strict policy of always doing the tour, even if the group has fewer people than our suggested minimum, unless people are able to come back later, because the tour is always better with more...More

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Denis p

Vancouver, Canada

173

Reviewed 3 days ago

Super fun and informative tour

Really enjoyed the tour, in a city where almost everything is expensive by our standards, this tour is a great way to keep the budget under control. Now, tips and contributions are warmly welcomed and appreciated, and certainly worthy of the donation! We would certainly...More

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Lorne B

Richmond

Reviewed 6 days ago

Fun and informative. Highly recommended

We stepped off an early flight, rented a car, drove into Reykjavik and went straight onto this tour. It was an excellent way to get grounded in Iceland. The young guide was very knowledgeable and also humorous. A great introduction to the city, the country...More

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sealover12

Troy, New York

277100

Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile

Great way to see Reykjavik

We have done several walking tours in various cities and have always found them to be interesting and informative. We were not disappointed with this walking tour of Reykjavik. We signed up ahead of time online which is required. The guide did allow a couple...More

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BHScogg

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

Reviewed 1 week ago

Entertaining Walking Tour

We had a great time on the Reykjavik Free Walking Tour with our guide, "Thor". He provided a very entertaining history of Iceland as we walked around some of the sites and monuments in the city center and gave some good tips to use during...More

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jack M

New York City, New York

388133

Reviewed 1 week ago

MIXED FEELINGS!

My favorable review of this activity refers solely to the enthusiasm and presentation of our young guide. He did his best to present a walking tour of a city which, frankly, has really nothing in guise of historical or architectural site to present. There was...More

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I'm sorry you feel that way about our young city. I think our history, albeit short, is interesting and fun, but to each his own. Very happy you liked our guide, though. Hopefully you were able to at least find some fun activities to do...More

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kiana t

Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile

Great walking tour!

Our guide was Helgi and he was absolutely amazing. He was so knowledgeable and really provided us some history about Iceland. He is a comedian so he kept us laughing and smiling throughout the tour. I thougbt the length of the tour was perfect too....More

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jcroth

Fargo, North Dakota

Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile

Great first day activity!

This was a perfect way to start our Iceland trip. Erik was interesting and fun and provided so much information about Iceland in the past and the present. Strongly recommend to anyone!

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YYCBP

Calgary, Canada

3713

Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile

Our best two hours in Reykjavik

History Grad Student Erik was very informative and entertaining during this two hour easy walk. Lots of interesting history and cultural stories. No pressure but there is a gracious invitation to donate what you wish post-tour. A good little enterprise for the students and you...More

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