Vikings Sagas and Sights: Self Guided Walk in Reykjavik
Description
A sorcerer once swam around Iceland disguised as a whale, only to be driven back by a dragon, a giant, and a colossal bird guarding the coastline. You'll find those guardians carved into the Parliament building — and that's just one of the stories waiting for you on this self-guided walking tour of Reykjavik. Starting at the volcanic-inspired Hallgrimskirkja, this audio tour leads you through 14 stops across Iceland's capital including the Rainbow Street and a sculpture designed as an ode to the sun. Along the way, you will hear how the Vikings established the world's oldest parliament and why Iceland has no McDonald's. Delivered through the Tourific app, the tour works entirely offline once downloaded. Pause to explore, stop for coffee, or climb the Hallgrimskirkja tower for panoramic views. Available in 9 languages. Start whenever you like, go at your own pace, and take as long as you want.
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Itinerary
Start at the most iconic landmark in Reykjavik, a church inspired by cooled lava that took over 40 years to build.
This gleaming steel sculpture looks like a Viking ship, but its dying creator had something very different in mind.
Wander along the famous rainbow street and discover how graffiti went from teenage rebellion to official city art.
Hear about the oldest parliament in the world and the legend linked to the four guardian spirits on the facade.
Walk beside the lake and see some interesting artwork like The Monument to the Unknown Bureaucrat
Learn more about Icelandic folklore at this cemetery that gives a great setting to hear these tales
Hear about the Viking longhouse ruins discovered by accident during construction, and how modern Icelanders can still read 1,000-year-old sagas.
Walk by an award-winning concert hall made of coloured glass that you might recognise from Black Mirror.
End the tour at the harbour and hear about the "Thufa"
Reykjavik's colourful main street hides two of the world's most unusual museums — one dedicated to punk, the other to... well, you'll find out.
Every Icelandic parliament session starts with mass here, and every president is inaugurated inside.
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What's included
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The total tour duration includes the time spent at the stop, listening to audio and time required to walk through all the stops.
Reviews(5)
Very informative and easy to use! Customer support was great.
Thank you for your kind feedback. We're delighted you enjoyed the tour and had a great experience with our support team.
A fairly comfortable option because you are appreciating and learning to your times, truly a very comfortable alternative for lone travelers
Gracias por tu comentario. Nos alegra saber que te resultó una opción cómoda y que pudiste disfrutar y aprender a tu propio ritmo. Es una gran alternativa también para quienes viajan solos. ¡Ojalá podamos acompañarte en otro destino pronto! Team Tourific
It's self guided l, nothing too complicated. Also it's very affordable. The church is spectacular. It's a must see
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We look forward to welcoming you on another tour soon.
Such an incredible experience to have a tour guide and still go to all the places you want to see, but at your own pace. Highly recommend!
Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We’re so glad you enjoyed the flexibility of exploring at your own pace. We truly appreciate your recommendation and look forward to welcoming you on another tour soon! Best regards, The Tourific Team
Recommended, lots of information, easy to follow and you do it at your own pace. We were cancelled free tour last minute and this was our choice to guide us and get us right. I think it's starting from now on whenever I find self-guided we'll make them
¡Gracias por tomarte el tiempo para dejarnos una reseña tan detallada! Lo apreciamos mucho y nos alegra saber que disfrutaste del tour. Esperamos poder guiarte nuevamente en otro destino en el futuro. Saludos cordiales, El equipo de Tourific
