Reykjavik Cat Adventure: Explore Feline History and Myths in a Paw-some City Walk

Embark on a cattastic walking tour in Reykjavik, exploring feline history, myths, and the famous cats of downtown. Visit the Reykjavik Cat Coffeehouse and discover the purrfect 2-hour city walk for cat lovers!

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Ingólfur Square - We meet up at a fitting place, or the two stone pillars, the monument to the start of the Settlement of Iceland. Where did the Cats of Iceland come from?
  • Lake Tjornin - We stop for a little while admiring the Reykjavik pond and its birdlife.
    Just imagining how it would be a cat in those circumstances.
  • Hallgrimskirkja
What's Included
  • Tea and coffee
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

The Tail Trails of Reykjavik
Accompany Your Buddy in Reykjavik for an Delightful Adventure as we walk through the heart of the city, focusing on our furred friends.
This is a Town Stroll where cat lovers will enjoy every bit.
We’ll be tracing the cat’s paw steps since the establishment of Iceland.
Together, we’ll dive into the legends about Cats in…

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

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

Customer Ratings
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Coastal627039
Feb 7, 2026
A unique and lovely experience! - All cat lovers need to go on this tour! It's also a fantastic way to explore the downtown area on one of your first days. You meet lots of cats, enjoy a delicious hot chocolate and meet some new friends. Highly recommend!
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Desert_h
Jan 19, 2026
Purrfect tour - A must do for all cat enthusiasts! Bardi was very informative about the city and its history and where all the cool cats hang out! We loved how welcoming the city and businesses are to cats.
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Megan_z
Dec 31, 2025
A fun and unique tour! - The cat tour was a lot of fun! The weather had been a little wet, so we didn’t get to meet all of the local cats (they were not in their usual spots, probably staying warm and dry somewhere else), but we still met quite a few. Our guide had some great stories, and my daughter listed this tour as one of her favorite things from our trip.
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Roger_h
Dec 31, 2025
Barði was wonderful and... - Barði was wonderful and charming! We learned much about cat culture in Iceland, searched for and found some of the famous cats of the central Reykjavik, learned quite a lot about Icelandic history and generally had a wonderful time!
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Chirpyfromla
Dec 29, 2025
Fun whimsical experience! - A delightful way to experience the downtown area, weaving in folklore and whimsical cat stories with an entertaining and passionate tour guide. We met may Cat Celebrities! Hard to pin down one highlight of this tour, but I’d say the last stop was fun and personal. *Be On Time*… they get upset if you’re late!
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Psyoniaw
Dec 14, 2025
A Light & Fun Adventure on the Cat Walk - Our guide Bardi was delightful! He was friendly and warm and shared his knowldge of the city and his love of cats. We really got a sense of community interacting with the shop and cafe owners (and the cats). It was a charming and fun tour.
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Sara
Dec 2, 2025
HIDDEN GEM for cat and history lovers - We did the cat walking tour our very first day in Reykjavik at the very end of November and it was perfect! I’ll be honest, I thought this tour might be a bit “gimmicky” when I booked it, which I didn’t mind because I’m a pretty hardcore cat lover, but it exceeded my expectations by far!! After doing this tour, I can tell you that cats play an integral role in the culture of Reykjavík and in the history of Iceland, and this tour truly immerses you in both of those things. Barði was our guide and he, as the #1 cat lover in Iceland, made the experience unforgettable. He knows all the local cats, their lore, and where they like to hang out, so we got to see tons of cats on this cold and windy day. We loved learning about, admiring, and petting the local cats, and Barði sprinkles in the perfect amount of historical information about Reykjavík in general, as well as the role cats have played throughout Iceland’s rich history. I learned so much on this tour that we were “impressing” subsequent tour guides with the knowledge Barði bestowed on us. This was truly the perfect way to start our trip and get acquainted with the city. Plus, by doing this on our first day, we knew where to go back to see cats on subsequent days when we happened upon them (or, to be honest, sought them out). Additionally, every other traveler we encountered on our tour was supremely jealous ;). Clearly, not enough people know about this tour, so if you see this review and you love cats, this is a MUST!
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Amanda_b
Nov 14, 2025
Purrfect Tour - Einar was a great tour guide! He showed us all of the popular spots that the cats hang out at & we even saw a few of the popular local kitties! We loved his stories as well. The cat cafe was also very cute with some excellent pastries and hot chocolate. Highly recommend for any cat lover visiting Reykjavik :)
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Stephanie_j
Nov 5, 2025
Great tour with a fun and... - Great tour with a fun and engaging guide. Definitely makes me want to come back as a cat in Reykjavik in my next life.
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Terik294
Oct 31, 2025
Cats who call Reykjavik home - We enjoyed seeing the Cats of the City. We liked the walk through the city centre and meeting the cats in the Cat Cafe where we enjoyed our coffee and a treat. We would have never found the Cafe had he not included it. The tour guide was very passionate about the cats and showing us where they all wonder. We were not sure what to expect but did get a lot from the tour along with the special Murals we would not have found on our own. It was a Purr-fect way to meow-nder through Reykjavik to meet the famous Icelandic Cats.
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From $74
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).