Funky History, Storyteller

Funky History Walking Tour in Reykjavik - With local storyteller

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2 hours 30 minutes, free cancellation.

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Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Group: max 15 travellers
Meeting point: Hallgrimskirkja Hallgrímstorg 1, 101 Reykjavík
Cancellation: Free cancellation

Overview

This two hour and thirty minute walking tour from Funky Iceland starts in front of Hallgrimskirkja Church, beside the Viking statue, and finishes at Althingishusid on Kirkjutorg in the 101 district. A local guide walks the group through downtown Reykjavik, telling Iceland's history in short, connected segments rather than one long lecture. Reviewers often compare the guide to a storyteller: funny, well informed, and happy to take questions between stops.

The walk covers a good stretch of downtown, including areas of the downtown area that reviewers described as unique. The overall impression from the feedback is of a history lesson delivered with humour, finishing with a story that one reviewer described as having an unexpected yet heartwarming moral.

The tour suits first time visitors who want an orientation to the city along with a real history lesson, and several reviewers suggested doing it early in a stay. Groups run to a maximum of 15 travellers, with a minimum of 6 needed for the tour to go ahead. It works for most people: the route is wheelchair and pushchair accessible, and the downhill direction was appreciated by one reviewer with walking difficulties.

What's Included

Included

Local guide

Not Included

Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off

Itinerary

Meet at HallgrimskirkjaMeet the guide in front of Hallgrimskirkja Church, by the Viking statue at Hallgrimstorg 1. This is the meeting point for the whole tour.
Walk downtown ReykjavikThe route runs from the church through the city centre, with the guide telling Iceland's history in short segments along the way.
Sights along the routeThe guide points out many items along the way, and reviewers mention fun and unusual facts shared between the history segments.
Food stopSeveral travellers mentioned an included taste of classic Icelandic food during the tour. Check the booking page for what applies on your date.
Finish at AlthingishusidThe tour ends at Althingishusid on Kirkjutorg, 101 Reykjavik.

What To Expect From The Tour

A few practical points will help you get the most out of this walk.

Meeting point. There is no hotel pickup or drop-off. Meet in front of Hallgrimskirkja Church by the Viking statue, a landmark one reviewer called easy to find.
Pace and terrain. One reviewer said the downhill direction from the church helped people with walking difficulties, and reviewers also noted the history is broken into short segments that keep attention up.
Weather. The listing notes the experience requires good weather, and it can be cancelled in poor conditions with a different date or a full refund offered. Dress for the conditions on the day.
Come hungry. Some reviewers mention food on the tour, with one describing classic Icelandic food included. Check the booking page for what is included on the date you book.
Group size. Bookings run to a maximum of 15 travellers and need a minimum of 6 to go ahead. Reviewers mention plenty of room for questions with knowledgeable answers in between.
Timing your visit. Several travellers recommended doing this tour early in a stay, since it gives a good lay of the downtown area. One called it a great way to beat jet lag on a first day.

Common issues. The tour requires a minimum of 6 participants, and if that minimum is not met it can be cancelled with an offer of a different date, a different experience, or a full refund. It also depends on good weather, with the same rebooking or refund options if it is called off. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included, and gratuities are listed as an extra.

Common Questions

Where Does The Tour Meet?

In front of Hallgrimskirkja Church, by the Viking statue at Hallgrimstorg 1, 101 Reykjavik. The tour ends at Althingishusid on Kirkjutorg. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included.

How Long Is The Tour?

The walking tour lasts 2 hours and 30 minutes. It runs from the church through downtown.

What Is Included In The Price?

The listing includes a local guide. Gratuities and hotel pickup and drop-off are not included. Some reviewers mention food on the tour, so check the booking page for details on the date you book.

Is The Tour Accessible?

Yes. The listing states the tour is wheelchair accessible, pushchair accessible, and that surfaces along the route are wheelchair accessible. Service animals are allowed and the meeting point is near public transportation.

What Is The Cancellation Policy?

Cancel at least 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Cancellations or changes inside that window are not refunded or accepted. If the operator cancels for poor weather or because the minimum participant number is not met, you are offered a different date or experience, or a full refund.

How Many People Are On The Tour?

A maximum of 15 travellers per booking, and a minimum of 6 participants is needed for the tour to run. Reviewers mention plenty of room for questions along the way.