Reykjavik City Walk and Whales

5 hours
Max 12 people
Reykjavik, Iceland

About this activity

Get a local to show you the wonders of the city and then go on a search for the magnificent whales around Reykjavik.

Highlights

  • Discover hidden local spots
  • Try Icelandic cuisine and drinks
  • Go whale watching in Reykjavik

Full description

We meet up at Ingólfur Square in the center of Reykjavik by the two stone pillars (3 meters high) at 10 am (10:00) (By Aðalstræti).
Our Reykjavik walking tour is your introduction to Iceland. It will help you get your bearings and make the most of your stay in Iceland.

W recommend it as your first stop in Reykjavik (well, maybe check into your accommodation and drop your bags off first).  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 centre, such as Harpa Concert Hall, Reykjavik Harbour, Hallgrímskirkja Church (we’ll teach you how to pronounce that), Reykjavik Pond and the Parliament building.  We'll be showing you our favourite places to eat, drink and visit (we also have an intimate knowledge of happy hour deals we're happy to share.
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.
The city tour takes approximately 2 hours and when you have finished your orientation.

Then you have time to grab a quick lunch from around 12 - 1 pm (maybe the one and only Icelandic Hot dog?) before heading down to the harbour and starting the next adventure.  Your Whale Watching Tour on the ship Andrea leaves at 1 pm (13:00) from the Old Harbour in Reykjavík.
Warm float-able overalls are provided for your comfort & safety – overalls are also available in children’s sizes! 
The Andrea is a large and comfortable boat that has an educational & interactive focus on-board so you will keep learning while enjoying the fantastic views of the mountains that surround Reykjavík. The most common species seen in Faxaflói bay are Minke Whales, Humpback Whales, White Beaked Dolphins, and Harbour Porpoises.

Included / Excluded

  • Exciting whale watching tour
  • Orientation tour through Reykjavik city
  • Warm overalls (Children size available)
  • Lunch

Meeting point

Start Location

Ingólfur Square, Austurstræti, Reykjavík, Iceland

Important information

Know before you book

  • This tour is guided in English
  • Suitable for all ages
  • No food included on this tour

Know before you go

  • Please dress weather-appropriate
  • We meet by Ingolfur square
  • Please be at the meeting point 10 minutes before starting time

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts

Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund

Reviews

GetYourGuide
GetYourGuide traveler
Jun 2026
3.0

...i did not get water as ordered.the driver was a very good fellow but nt a guide

GetYourGuide
GetYourGuide traveler
Jun 2026
3.0

Guide was very knowledgeable and friendly.

GetYourGuide
Diane
Jun 2026
5.0

Excellent! Our guide was wonderful and kept the pace appropriate for my husband who has mobility issues. Although we didn’t see many cats, we learned a lot of interesting things about the city.