Reykjavik Excursions

The capital of Iceland beckons with an amazing array of sightseeing tours. These are some of the best Reykjavik excursions, according to past traveler ratings:

• Reykjavik Food Walk - Local Foodie Adventure in Iceland
• Silfra: Snorkeling Between Tectonic Plates - Meet on Location
• Iceland South Coast Full Day Small-Group Tour from Reykjavik
• Reykjavík Small Group Walking Tour - by CityWalk
• Golden Circle Classic Day Tour from Reykjavik

The price of tours in Reykjavik varies depending on what’s included, the length of the excursion, and the group size. City walking tours start from around US$45, while half- and full-day tours cost US$100 and up.

On the lower end of the price range, you can book tours such as Reykjavik Main Sights and Hidden Spots: A Self-Guided Audio Walk for about US$12 per person. You’ll get to explore the city with a guide in your pocket—aka your phone— getting familiar with Hallgrimskirkja, the Old Harbour, and more, all on your schedule. Pricier options include the Private Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon 2 Day Tour & Glacier Hike (from US$6,800 per group), which will take you far from the city bustle and into the wild, where you’ll court glaciers, stand before towering waterfalls, and discover why they call Iceland the “Land of Fire and Ice.”

Yes, you can book a northern lights tour from Reykjavik. On a bus or with a private guide and driver, you’ll drive away from city lights into the countryside for the best nighttime viewing opportunities of the dazzling aurora borealis. Northern lights cruises from downtown Reykjavik are also available.

A myriad of activities are covered on Reykjavik tours, including snowmobiling, whale-watching, horseback riding, and even snorkeling. Some Reykjavik tours also include admission to the famous Blue Lagoon, where you can soak in geothermal waters. Other excursions range from helicopter rides to foodie walking tours, or cruises to spot puffins.

Consider an all-day or multi-day tour to pack in as many sights and activities as possible, traveling away from the capital to explore Iceland’s natural wonders. On the 3-Day Ice Cave, South Coast, Golden Circle and Northern Lights Tour, you’ll get to check off the Golden Circle—a standard first stop for many Iceland travelers—and go well beyond it, navigating the epic south coast with a guide showcasing the way.

With two full days in Iceland’s capital, you can get a feel for the local culture through a foodie tour; enjoy some outdoor activity with an active excursion, such as hiking or horseback riding; and spend some time on the water with a puffin cruise or a whale-watching trip. Make Reykjavik your home base for three days or more if you want to tack on a day trip outside the city.

If you want to experience the Land of the Midnight Sun, visit Reykjavik in June or July, when the sun only sets for four to five hours and you’ll have plenty of daylight hours for outdoor exploration. If you want to see the northern lights, however, your best bet is to travel to Reykjavik in the cold winter months.

According to travelers, these are the best attractions in Reykjavik:

• Blue Lagoon
• Thingvellir National Park
• Gullfoss
• Seljalandsfoss
• Skogafoss

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There are tons of great trips to take from Reykjavik. According to traveler reviews, these are the best day trips to book right now:

• Iceland South Coast Full Day Small-Group Tour from Reykjavik
• Golden Circle Classic Day Tour from Reykjavik
• Golden Circle, Blue Lagoon with Ticket and Kerid Volcanic Crater
• #1 Northern Lights Tour In Iceland from Reykjavik with PRO Photos
• South Iceland Glaciers, Waterfalls and Black Sand Beach Day Tour from Reykjavik

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You don’t have to spend a fortune to have a great time in Reykjavik. Here are some of the best Reykjavik activities under US$25:

• Skip the Line: The National Museum of Iceland Ticket
• Reykjavik Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour
• Reykjavik Main Sights and Hidden Spots: A Self-Guided Audio Walk
• Was James Bond Icelandic? Ticket with One Hour Lecture
• Icelands Reykjavik Self Guided Walking Audio Tour

It’s no secret that Reykjavik is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. Here are some of the top outdoor tours to book right now:

• Reykjavík Small Group Walking Tour - by CityWalk
• #1 Northern Lights Tour In Iceland from Reykjavik with PRO Photos
• The Original Classic Whale Watching from Reykjavik
• The Lava Tunnel Tour - Raufarhólshellir
• Icelandic Horseback Riding Tour from Reykjavik

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According to travelers, these are the top museums and cultural attractions in Reykjavik:

• Harpa (Reykjavik Concert Hall and Conference Centre)
• Hallgrímskirkja
• Perlan
• Aurora Reykjavik (Northern Lights Center)
• Bessastadir

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Couples will find plenty of romantic tours in Reykjavik. Here are some of the top activities to book now, according to previous travelers:

• 2-Day Blue Ice Cave, Glacier Lagoon and South Coast Tour
• Helicopter Tour with Mountain Summit Landing from Reykjavik
• 2-Day Ice Cave & South Coast: Glacier Hike and Glacier Lagoon
• 2-Day Jokulsarlon Tour with Glacier Hike & South Coast Waterfalls
• Northern Lights Cruise from Downtown Reykjavik

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Reykjavik has enough activities to entertain every member of your family. Here are some of the top kid-friendly tours to book now, according to previous travelers:

• Whale Watching Tour with Professional Guide from Reykjavik
• Whales Of Iceland Admission Ticket
• From Reykjavik 4x4 Minibus Northern Lights with Photo and Cocoa
• Family Horse Riding Tour in Thorlakshofn
• Lava Show Reykjavik Admission Ticket - Optional Premium Upgrade

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