Funky History Walking Tour with local storyteller - Traditional meal included
Reykjavik, Iceland
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
• Icelandic lunch
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)
The minimum number of participants is 6 people, which is our 'break-even' point for the tour.
Description
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Hallgrimskirkja, Hallgrimstorgi 1, Reykjavik 101 Iceland
Marvel at the city's most famous landmark.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: The Statue of Leif Eiriksson, Eiriksgata, Reykjavik 101 Iceland
Learn about Leif Ericsson and his family.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Einar Jonsson Museum (Listasafn Einars Jonssonar), Eiriksgata, Reykjavik 101 Iceland
We visit Einar Jónson's sculpture garden to enjoy some of his artwork and listen to stories about Vikings and Norse mythology.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Freyjugata, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland
Stroll through this residential area and learn about how Icelanders converted to Christianity.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: 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.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Lake Tjornin, Reykjavik Iceland
Stroll past Tjörnin Pond
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Parliament House (Althingishus), Austurvollur Sq., Reykjavik Iceland
Learn about the political history of Iceland
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Reykjavik City Hall, Tjarnargata, Reykjavik 101 Iceland
Take a look inside the City Hall
Duration: 20 minutes
Inclusions
Exclusions
- Drinks
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional information
- Wheelchair accessible
- A maximum of 15 people per booking
- An immersive history lesson with a local guide
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- A minimum number of 6 participants
- 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 tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
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Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
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