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Top 15 City Tours in Reykjavik

25 tours  ·  from $30

Good city tours fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.

Reykjavik: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour - Harpa and the Old Harbour: the strongest starting point
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Reykjavik: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

1.City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 1,283 reviews · 1 day · from $47Our pick

Use a 24 or 48-hour ticket to circle Reykjavik on a City Sightseeing bus with audio in eight languages. Stop at Harpa, the Old Harbour, Perlan, Hallgrimskirkja, museums, shopping streets, and Skarfabakki Harbour in summer. Use the bus for orientation, shelter, and easy access beyond the center.

“Paul was the best! My 81yo mother and I were just starting to catch the bus today from Perlan. I saw the bus almost too late, but Paul stopped for us. We sat up front with him and he kept us entertained for a whole loop and a half. He also drove so well in the high winds we had today. He was a very friendly gentleman. I really enjoyed the conversation.”

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Reykjavík City Card - Picking up the card and starting your time
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Reykjavík City Card

2.Reykjavík City Card

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 964 reviews · 1 - 3 days · from $40

Use the Reykjavík City Card to enter listed museums and galleries, swim at eight city pools, ride Reykjavík buses, and take the ferry to Viðey Island. Choose 24, 48, or 72 hours, then exchange your digital voucher at a participating museum before the clock starts.

“Great way to see the city especially if using the bus network. never expect it to be on time though.”

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City Sightseeing Reykjavik Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: 24 or 48-Hour - Museums and central streets, stops 5 to 8
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City Sightseeing Reykjavik Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: 24 or 48-Hour

3.City Sightseeing Reykjavik Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: 24 or 48-Hour

★★★★★★★★★★3.0 · 839 reviews · 1 hour 20 minutes (approx.) · from $48

See Reykjavik from a double-decker bus with unlimited 24 or 48-hour access, 16 stops, audio in eight languages, Wi-Fi, and the freedom to visit Harpa, Perlan, Hallgrimskirkja, museums, pools, and harbors at your own pace.

“It wasn’t that great. The seats on the bus are like sitting on wood benches. There were around 10 of us sitting on the top and the heater was on full blast, we were roasting. Someone asked for the heat to be turned off, it wasn’t. Really not worth it as it didn’t stop at any attractions we wanted so we still walked A LOT. It was a disappointment.”

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Airport Transfer in Iceland from Keflavik Airport to Reykjavik City With Hotel Drop Off - Finding the orange bus at Keflavik Airport
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Airport Transfer in Iceland from Keflavik Airport to Reykjavik City With Hotel Drop Off

4.Airport Transfer in Iceland from Keflavik Airport to Reykjavik City With Hotel Drop Off

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 464 reviews · from $40

From Keflavik arrivals, walk one minute to the orange Airport Direct bus. Ride about 45 minutes to Reykjavik Terminal, then change to a green SmartBus for your hotel or assigned city bus stop. The service runs 24 hours and includes Wi-Fi, charging ports, and hotel connection.

“Very smooth and well organized! Buses were ready and waiting. Loaded our bags and we waited a few minutes for the bus to fill up and we were off (bus didn’t fill up).”

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Walking tour of Reykjavik city - Laugavegur, street art, and the modern city
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Walking tour of Reykjavik city

5.Walking tour of Reykjavik city

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 416 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes to 3 hours (approx.) · from $51Top rated

Walk nearly three miles through central Reykjavik with a guide such as Luca, visiting Arnarhóll, Laugavegur, Parliament, Hallgrímskirkja, Tjörnin, and the Einar Jónsson sculpture garden. Expect local history, street art, Icelandic snacks, restaurant tips, and a few uphill stretches.

“This tour gives a perfect overview of important places in Reykjavik along with useful history of the historical development of Iceland. The guide, Luca, was great. He paced the tour well, had deep knowledge of the city and country, and could answer a broad range of questions. Plus, he had a very nice sense of humor. I liked it that he limited his group to 10 people because that made it easy to hear him and easy to talk with and enjoy the other people on the tour.”

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Reykjavik: City Walking tour in Small Group with Local Guide - Skólavörðustígur and Laugavegur: Reykjavík in everyday colors
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Reykjavik: City Walking tour in Small Group with Local Guide

6.City Walking tour in Small Group with Local Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 380 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $51

Start at Hallgrímskirkja beside the Leifur Eiríksson statue, then walk downhill through Laugavegur, Tjörnin, Harpa, and the old center. Your English-speaking local guide may be Ási, Ryan, Erik, Martin, or another CityWalk guide, sharing history, humor, and useful food tips in a small group.

“great! Ási was absolutely awesome - we braved the snow and had an amazing time. he is so knowledgeable and we are so thankful he took us out despite the weather!”

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Airport Transfer in Iceland from Reykjavik City to Keflavik Airport with Hotel Pick Up - Changing buses at Skogarhlid 10
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Airport Transfer in Iceland from Reykjavik City to Keflavik Airport with Hotel Pick Up

7.Airport Transfer in Iceland from Reykjavik City to Keflavik Airport with Hotel Pick Up

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 332 reviews · from $41

Book a shared Airport Direct transfer from Reykjavik to Keflavik Airport. SmartBus collects you at your hotel or assigned city bus stop, then connects with an orange Airport Direct bus at Reykjavik Terminal. Allow 45 minutes to 1 hour 15 minutes, plus pickup stops.

“The trip was fast and efficient! We had a transfer to a smaller bus in the city. It was efficient, also!”

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Airport Express Shared Departure transfer from Reykjavik City to Keflavik Airport - Finding Reykjavik Terminal on Skógarhlíð 10
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Airport Express Shared Departure transfer from Reykjavik City to Keflavik Airport

8.Airport Express Shared Departure transfer from Reykjavik City to Keflavik Airport

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 169 reviews · from $29Best value

Take Gray Line Iceland’s shared Airport Express from Reykjavik Terminal on Skógarhlíð 10 to Keflavik Airport. The direct ride takes about 45 minutes to an hour, with air conditioning, onboard Wi-Fi, several daily departures, and space for two suitcases plus one carry-on.

“Excellent, managed to get one an hour earlier and a great comfy ride of 45mins at the fraction of a cost of a taxi.”

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Reykjavik City Walking Tour - Þingholt and the stories beneath the streets
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Reykjavik City Walking Tour

9.Reykjavik City Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 136 reviews · from $53

Spend 2.5 hours walking central Reykjavik with an English-speaking guide. See Hallgrímskirkja, Einar Jónsson’s sculptures, Tjörnin pond, City Hall, Alþingi, Harpa, and the Old Harbour while learning about Norse mythology, volcanic geology, and Icelandic life.

“We had Lalli as our guide, he was AMAZING! Really knew his information, while making us all feel happy and comfortable. Was able to answer any questions we had! He also had lots of historical pictures which was really helpful when trying to picture the stories and information. Would highly highly recommend. If I’m ever back I would definitely come again!”

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Reykjavik City Walking Tour - Þingholt and the stories beneath the streets
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Reykjavik City Walking Tour

10.Reykjavik City Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 136 reviews · from $54

Spend about 2½ hours walking central Reykjavik with a guide and a maximum of 12 people. See Hallgrímskirkja, Þingholt, City Hall, Parliament, the cathedral, Harpa, and Sun Voyager while learning about Icelandic culture, volcanoes, Norse tales, food, and local life.

“The guide was very informative! He was from the DR. He was very engaged, knowledgeable and experienced. One issue was we are a bit slower in walking. He just would not wait for us and start talking before we met at the next sight! He crossed a street and didn't make sure the group was together before he began his lecture! Overall the experience was very good!”

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Airport Transfer in Iceland from Keflavik Airport to Reykjavik City one way - The 45-minute ride to Reykjavik
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Airport Transfer in Iceland from Keflavik Airport to Reykjavik City one way

11.Airport Transfer in Iceland from Keflavik Airport to Reykjavik City one way

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 85 reviews · from $30

Take a roughly 45-minute coach from Keflavik International Airport to Reykjavik Terminal. Your mobile ticket covers the airport-to-terminal ride, with air conditioning and WiFi. Hotel drop-off is not included, but you can add a SmartBus connection for an extra fee.

“Pleasant trip and a quick change of buses to get to our hotel. For such an early day all was fine. Thanks.”

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Reykjavik: Guided City Walking Tour - National Theatre and Republic Park
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Reykjavik: Guided City Walking Tour

12.Guided City Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 72 reviews · 2h 45m · from $51

Spend about three hours walking 4 kilometers through Reykjavik with Luca, whose tour mixes settlement history, architecture, folklore, street art, and local tastings of dried fish, sweets, and schnapps. The group is capped at 10, but the route includes uphill walking and stairs.

“Lucan was a great guide that provided some thorough history and anecdotes about the city. Tour was at a comfortable pace and the treat of cod jerky was wonderful. Highly recommend him to anyone”

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Reykjavik: Feline-Focused City Walking Tour - Starting at Ingólfstorg with the city around you
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Reykjavik: Feline-Focused City Walking Tour

13.Feline-Focused City Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 72 reviews · 2 hours · from $74

Walk central Reykjavik with a feline-focused local guide such as Barði, Stefán, Einar, or Gudjon. Hear Icelandic cat myths, spot shop cats, visit Kattakaffihúsið for coffee or hot cocoa and kleina, then finish near Hallgrimskirkja.

“A delightful and unique way to explore Reykjavik! Our guide, Stephan I, was full of enthusiasm and charm, sharing his love for the city’s feline residents. We met Bactus, a friendly shop cat who clearly runs the place, and later enjoyed a relaxing drink at the cozy cat café, surrounded by lounging cats. The tour ended with a heartwarming visit to an elderly cat in a knitted jumper, living in another shop — an unforgettable sight. Stephan's knowledge and affection for these local legends made the tour feel personal and special. A must-do for cat lovers and anyone looking to experience Reykjavik's quirky, cuddly side!”

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Airport Transfer in Iceland from Reykjavik City to Keflavik Airport One Way - Finding the right Reykjavik terminal at Skógarhlíð 10
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Airport Transfer in Iceland from Reykjavik City to Keflavik Airport One Way

14.Airport Transfer in Iceland from Reykjavik City to Keflavik Airport One Way

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 60 reviews · from $30

Travel directly from Airport Direct’s Reykjavik Terminal at Skógarhlíð 10 to Keflavík International Airport in about 45 minutes. You get an air-conditioned bus, Wi-Fi, USB charging, and a guaranteed seat when you book ahead. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your route to the terminal carefully.

“Booked an extra pick up for bus stop 8. Got picked up in a mini bus at 330am and dropped of at the main bus depo. Bus left on time 4am. The seats had lots of leg room, declined well, comfy had screens on the back of the seats in front. Bus was clean and driven well.”

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Reykjavík E-Scooter Adventure Small Group City Tour - Starting on Skólavörðustígur
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Reykjavík E-Scooter Adventure Small Group City Tour

15.Reykjavík E-Scooter Adventure Small Group City Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 60 reviews · from $51

Meet Viktor or another Reykjavík Rollers guide on Skólavörðustígur for a safety briefing and easy practice session. Then ride a small group route past Harpa, Parliament, Höfði House, Nauthólsvík Beach, Tjörnin, and Hallgrímskirkja. No driver’s license is required, and the group is limited to eight.

“It was a cold & windy day in Reykjavík but the tour was FUN!!! Well organized w information & stories @ each stop. A great way to “scoot” around the city covering a lot of territory in a short time.”

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