---
title: "Walk with a Viking: Private Tour of Reykjavik's Top Sights and Local Spots"
lang: en
type: tour
city: Reykjavik
country: Iceland
price: 144
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.72
reviews: 93
duration_minutes: 120
languages: ["no", de, sv, ru, en, it, fr, da, es]
free_cancellation: "true"
rank_in_category: 21 of 25 (Food, Beer & Walking Tours)
schedule_checked: 2026-10-22
data_updated: 2026-10-22
canonical: https://guidekin.com/iceland/reykjavik/tours/walk-with-a-viking-private-tour-of-reykjavik-s-top-sights-and-local-spots/
---

# Walk with a Viking: Private Tour of Reykjavik's Top Sights and Local Spots

In our comparison: #21 of 25 in Food, Beer & Walking Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

Private Walk With a Viking - Reykjavik Walking Tour

Our Reykjavik walking tour is your introduction to our country. It will help you get your bearings and make the most of your stay in Iceland. We recommend it as your first stop in Reykjavik.

Our family-friendly tour brings the history of Iceland to life with exciting stories and Icelandic mythology. We’ll visit all of the famous landmarks in the city center, such as Harpa Concert Hall, Reykjavik Harbour, Hallgrímskirkja Church, Reykjavik Pond, and the Parliament building. But, we’ll also share hidden, local spots with you like a visit to an Elf home, things you’d miss if you didn’t know what to look for.

We want you to feel the unique, friendly atmosphere of our quirky little city, not just to see the most popular tourist attractions. We’ll be showing you our favorite places to eat, drink and visit.

## Before you book

- Hotel pickup: no car needed
- Min. 2 to book: not for solo travellers
- 27 start times: between 07:00 and 19:30
- Wheelchair accessible: operator-marked
- Strollers OK: infants accepted

**Pickup:** Hotel pickup included

## Key facts

- Price: from €144 per person
- Duration: 2h
- Rating: 4.72/5 from 93 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: Your Friend In Reykjavik
- Minimum booking: 2 travellers at this price
- Group: Private tour, your party only
- Guide languages: Norwegian, German, Swedish, Russian, English, Italian, French, Danish, Spanish
- Start times: 27 start times between 07:00 and 19:30
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-22

## Reviews

4.72 from 93 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
94% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 87 of 93.

- 5 stars: 80 (86%)
- 4 stars: 7 (8%)
- 3 stars: 2 (2%)
- 2 stars: 1 (1%)
- 1 star: 3 (3%)

## What's included

- Knowledgeable Local Guide

## Itinerary

1. **We meet up by Ingólfur Square in old town Reykjavik by the artwork of the two...** (5m) - We meet up by Ingólfur Square in old town Reykjavik by the artwork of the two stone pillars with smoke coming up from the top. Here we start off talking about the Settlement and the Icelandic Sagas.
2. **The Settlement Exhibition** (5m) - We stop on top of the museum and peer down at the first Viking house in Reykjavik and talk about Vikings. We don't enter the museum.
3. **The Settlement Exhibition** (5m) - In a secret location close to the Settlement museum there is an Elfstone / Home of Elves. We talk about Mythology and how quirky Icelanders are in that regard.
4. **The Settlement Exhibition** (pass by, no stop) - Close by the Settlement museum is the oldest house in the center of Reykjavik dating back to 1762.
5. **We walk past favorite restaurants and bars and give you tips on where to eat,...** (pass by, no stop) - We walk past favorite restaurants and bars and give you tips on where to eat, drink & be merry.
6. **Kolaportid Flea Market** (pass by, no stop) - We walk past the Reykjavik Flea Market which is only open during the weekends from 11 am - 5 pm. Tip: There is a small food market there that's fun to visit.
7. **We point out the one and only hot dog stand, Bæjarins Bezu pylsur where you c...** (pass by, no stop) - We point out the one and only hot dog stand, Bæjarins Bezu pylsur where you can get the wonderful Icelandic lamb hot dogs. Beware of copycats all around the city center. We could grab a hot dog if the group is hungry.
8. **Harpa Concert Hall and Conference Centre** (pass by, no stop) - We walk together down by the old Reykjavik harbor and soak in the beauty of the coastline and Mount Esja in the far. Down by the harbor we marvel at the beauty of the architecture of Harpa Concert hall.
9. **Arnarholl Statue** (pass by, no stop) - We walk past Arnarhóll (Eagle's hill) where people from the capital area come together for special occasions like celebrating the national holiday of 17th of June.
10. **Stjornarradid** (5m) - Pass by the offices of the prime minister of Iceland. Talking about the fight for independence.
11. **Hallgrimskirkja** (5m) - We admire Hallgrímskirkja church and talk about its history and of religion in Iceland in general.
12. **Lake Tjornin** (5m) - We walk down to the beautiful pond or lake in the middle of Reykjavik. Rich with birdlife and a fun visit to feed the birds. During winter the pond freezes over and then it's fun to walk across the pond itself.
13. **Reykjavik City Hall** (pass by, no stop) - We admire the architecture of the Reykjavik City hall
14. **Parliament House (Althingishus)** (5m) - At the end of our great Reykjavik walking tour, we check out the Icelandic parliament building and talk about things like politics, gender equality and the guardian spirits of Iceland.

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 27 start times between 07:00 and 19:30
- Schedule last checked: 2026-10-22
- These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout.

## Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

## Meeting point

Outside Hlöllabátar, facing Ingólfstorg Square and the two tall stone pillars. CenterHotel Plaza is to your right. Benches, tables, and a covered ceiling make it a comfortable spot to wait.

Our expert local guides usually wear a light blue jacket with Your Friend in Reykjavik on the back

## Good to know

- 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

## Cost for your party

| People | Total | Per person |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | €288 | €144 |
| 4 | €332 | €83 |
| 6 | €372 | €62 |

Cheapest option for that party size from the operator's current price tiers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date. Shared tours in Food, Beer & Walking Tours start at €36 per person.

## Compared with other Food, Beer & Walking Tours

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #21 of 25** | €144 | 2h | 4.72 (93) | private |
| [Reykjavik Food Walk - Local Foodie Adventure in Iceland](/iceland/reykjavik/tours/reykjavik-food-walk-local-foodie-adventure-in-iceland/?format=md) | €132 | 3h | 4.97 (21387) | shared |
| [Walking tour of Reykjavik city](/iceland/reykjavik/tours/walking-tour-of-reykjavik-city/?format=md) | €45 | 2h 30m | 4.99 (493) | shared |
| [Funky History Walking Tour in Reykjavik - With local storyteller](/iceland/reykjavik/tours/funky-history-walking-tour-in-reykjavik-with-local-storyteller/?format=md) | €60 | 2h 30m | 4.98 (443) | shared |

Ranked #21 of 25 in Food, Beer & Walking Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €36 to €206, median €120; typical length 2h. 6 of 25 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market.

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