The Icelandic Woman Walking Tour

3 hours

Commentary: Guide · en, es, fr, de, it

Reykjavik, Iceland

About this activity

Throughout the tour, our guide will share insights and anecdotes about the women who have left their mark on Reykjavik, from pioneering politicians and artists to courageous activists. A glass of wine, beer, schnapps, or great coffee is included.

Highlights

The Parliament Building
Reykjavik City Hall
Lake Tjörnin
The Pearl Necklace
Taste of Iceland

Full description

Welcome to The Icelandic Women Walking Tour in Reykjavik, a fascinating exploration of the city's history, culture, and the inspiring women who have helped shape it.

Over the course of this 3-hour walking tour, we'll delve into Reykjavik's & Iceland’s rich past, visiting some of its most iconic landmarks and hidden gems.

Along the way, we'll hear the stories of Icelandic women who have made history, broken barriers, and shaped the country’s culture and society.

Learn about powerful women like Vigdís Finnbogadóttir; yes, the Icelandic names are easy, but she was the world's first democratically elected female president.
And about the laws passed in Iceland, where Icelandic companies have to prove to the government that you pay equally to both men and women.

Our journey will take us to some of Reykjavik's most famous landmarks, including the stunning Hallgrímskirkja church, the colorful houses of the Old Town, and the bustling harbor.

Tiered Pricing depends on how many travelers book.
See our Price list for information.

Included / Excluded

Expert fun loving local storytellers & guides
Alcoholic Beverages
Tips on where to eat, drink and shop

Gratuities are not included but always welcomed

Important information

Know before you book

Children six years and younger are complimentary
We will charge a cancellation fee of 100% if the booking is canceled 1 day or less before the event
We can adjust this tour as it's private

Know before you go

Please be at the meeting spot five minutes before the start of the tour
It's good to wear layers of clothing
We usually end up at the same location we begin

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

4.8(3,357 reviews)

GetYourGuide traveler

Aug 2026

5.0

Super Einstieg um Reykjavik kennenzulernen. Unser Guide Stephen konnte uns viele humorvolle Geschichte über die Katzen erzählen. Der Umgang mit den Katzen war immer sehr respektvoll. Sehr schön war auch der Stop im malerischen Innenhof zu Café und Gebäck.

Jeffrey

Aug 2026

5.0

Bardi was an amazing host and his love of cats and Iceland in general really shown through. He does these tours for his passion, not out of obligation. The tour was a perfect meowx of history, folklore, and the famous kitties of Reykjavík that are all purrfect in their own ways.

Emilie

Aug 2026

5.0

This was a super fun way to get to know the town and the cats of Reykjavík! We got to meet five out of six or seven that the guide hoped we would see. Stefán was a great guide, knowledgeable, personable, and a great sense of humor. He really knows a lot about the cats and their history and was also a wealth of information when people had other questions. I also enjoyed the shortstop at Café Babalu, where we had our choice of hot chocolate, coffee, or tea. Dimma, who is normally at the lake, happened to be hanging out in the garden and we got to spend some time with her!