Reykjavik Sightseeing Tour
- Location:Reykjavik, Iceland
- Duration:2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
- TOUR Code:2970AH10
If you’ve only got a short time in Reykjavik and you want to see all the major sights, take this 2.5-hour sightseeing tour of the city. You’ll see top attractions like the Hallgrimskirkja church, the presidential residence at Bessastadir, the fish market in Hafnarfjordur, the open-air Arbaer Museum and the recreational center of Laugardalur.
Highlights
- 2.5-hour Reykjavik city sightseeing tour
- See the major sights on a short city tour
- Visit top attractions like Bessastadir, Perlan restaurant, Hofdi House and Laugardalur
- Pickup from central Reykjavik hotels
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Your Reykjavik sightseeing tour includes short stops at the following attractions:
Bessastadir
Visit the presidential residence at Bessastadir, built between 1761 and 1766 and home to Iceland's president. You’ll also stop in the town of Hafnarfjordur, famous for having one of the largest settlements of elves and other mystical beings known as the "hidden folk." You will also visit the old fishing harbor and when possible, the famous fish market.
Perlan
In Reykjavik you'll go to the Perlan building, which was built on water tanks that hold the city's hot water supply. Here you can enjoy the spectacular view over Reykjavik and its surroundings from Perlan’s top-floor revolving restaurant.
Hofdi House
Explore Hofdi House in northern Reykjavik, where the all-important summit between President Ronald Reagan and Secretary General Mikhail Gorbachev took place in 1986. You will also visit Hallgrimskirkja (the largest church in Iceland and one of its tallest structures), the University of Iceland area and the old town center, where the Icelandic parliament Althingi and the town hall are situated.
Laugardalur
End your day with a tour of the sports and recreation center in Laugardalur, where you’ll find a geothermal outdoor swimming pool and sculptures crafted by Asmundur Sveinsson.
Schedule Details
Hallgrimskirkja church, Reykjavik Iceland
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9.00am
Hotel pickups commence approximately 30 - 60 minutes prior to this time
Duration:2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
Return details:Returns to original departure point at approximately 11:30am
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Additional Information
- Professional guide
- Transport by air-conditioned coach
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Entrance fee to geothermal pools and baths
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
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Great tour - our guide was informative, engaging and entertaining. He even managed to get the ... Read more ›
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