Reykjavik: Explore the Northernmost Capital Packed with History, Culture, and Art
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6 Ratings
Reykjavik
Discover the captivating history, vibrant culture, and stunning art scene of Reykjavik, the northernmost capital city. Explore the blend of old and new, from turf houses to modern concrete buildings.
Duration:
4 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Parliament House (Althingishus) - Parliament House, which stands on Austurvöllur square, was built in 1880–81. Two annexes have been added to the original building, Kringlan (the Rotunda) in 1908and Skálinn in 2002. The garden of Parliament House is Iceland’s oldest public garden. Dating from 1893–95, it was largely the work of parliamentarian/bank director Tryggvi Gunnarsson.In 1867 Althingi resolved to mark the millennium of the settlement of Iceland byholding a national festival in 1874, and by building a Parliament House in Reykjavík, of Icelandic stone.
What's Included
- Private transportation
- On-board WiFi
- In-vehicle air conditioning
What's Not Included
- Meals are not included
Additional Information
Our birth and upbringing took place in Reykjavík. To us, the centre of Reykjavík holds significant importance as we have witnessed its evolution from simple turf homes to the towering concrete structures of today. Reykjavík represents a beautiful blend of past and present. It is abundant with street art, museums, and cultural experiences that highlight the charm of our beloved capital city.
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Location
Parliament House (Althingishus)
Austurvollur Sq.,
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.8
(6 Ratings)
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Caruso2016
Aug 10, 2022
The only thing better was a full day tour with the same guide - We were really impressed with our tour guide Villi. In a half day he managed to show us so much of Reykjavik. The right amount of stories and history mixed with short walks to keep us all entertained.
At the end we immediately signed up for a private day tour of the south coast for which my wife has left a review.
I would recommend Puffin Travel to everybody.
Thank you Villi.
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Debs
Aug 4, 2022
Excellent tour guide - The tour guide was superb. Knowledgeable, friendly and lots of fun. It was the best way to learn about the city.
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Rhondat671
Jul 29, 2022
Wonderful and informative - Villi was a wonderful tour guide. He loves Iceland and that love shines through his tours. We enjoyed this tour so much that we booked another upon our cruise return. Villi accommodated our wishes and made the tours unique and interesting.
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Leslie_n
Jul 1, 2022
Great excursion - Excellent guide. Spoke English perfectly. Full of information. Great city. Comfortable vehicle.
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James_s
Aug 13, 2021
Best city tour of Reykjavik - Fantastic tour! Really nice that the guide met us at the hotel. Our local tour guide had many wonderful insights about Iceland's history and culture. Guide gave us all the time we needed to explore and take photos. Guide made us feel like VIPs as we explored Reykjavik. This tour was one of the highlights of our visit to Iceland and was definitely worth the price. Highly recommend this tour.
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Melissahi2572no
Jul 20, 2023
Informative tour - Very informative tour! We learned a lot, and I appreciated the opportunity to ask questions. Reykjavik is beautiful, and this is a way to see the highlights in a short period of time. Make sure you are prepared for the weather, even on the city tours!
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