Funky History Walking Tour in Reykjavik - With local storyteller
Overview
Available languages
2 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
This Reykjavik walking tour is an immersive history lesson with Icelandic lunch included in the price. The tour is a quick and easy way to learn about the history of Iceland and the basic stuff you need to know to continue exploring the city on your own. Join us on an amazing journey through 1150 years of Icelandic history and learn how the fight for survival, freedom and tolerance have shaped a nation. This is the funkiest of all tours and our guides will tell you some crazy stories with their unique entertaining style.
Included in the price:
• Local English-speaking guide
• An in-depth view of Iceland's history
Why walk with us?
• We tell you some crazy stories about Iceland and its people
• We tell it like it is, no sugar coating the truth
• We have certified guides who know their stuff
• It’s a fun, relaxed and entertaining walk
• Small groups (max 15)
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
A maximum of 15 people per booking
An immersive history lesson with a local guide
A minimum number of 6 participants
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Hallgrimskirkja
Marvel at the city's most famous landmark.
The Statue of Leif Eiriksson
Learn about Leif Ericsson and his family.
What‘s Included
Local guide
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Options
Funky History Walk of Reykjavik
Reviews
390 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Fantastic fun and informative tour
T5100IJdavidd,,Feb 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00An absolutely fantastic walking tour. We very rarely leave reviews, but Lalli’s Funky Icelandic Tour was so special. His enthusiasm and passion for his homeland is delightful. We learnt so much about the history and culture of the country in a really informative , storytelling and fun way, and even better in chronological order! Even in the February rain it is a tour not to be missed.
Great Tour
Robert R,,Feb 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00A very interesting and funny tour with Lalli. Icelandic history is very interesting. I highly recommend the tour.
This tour is an absolutely essential introduction to the history and the culture. of Iceland.
petercE4861RQ,,Feb 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00In general I do not do reviews. However, Lalli’s Funky Icelandic Tour is vey special. If you are going to spend any time in Iceland, and are interested in understanding the history of the country and how it got to be the way it is today, this tour is absolutely essential. Lalli is charming and knowledgeable. He has organized the tour in a way that is at the same time enjoyable, informative and comprehensive. We learned so much about Iceland that we had no idea about, and came away from the tour with a much deeper understanding of the history, and the culture. Do not miss this tour!
Funky walking tour was great!
Christopher S,,Feb 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Lalli was a great guide. He was super informative, very funny, and a very friendly guy. I would definitely recommend funky walking tour to anyone.
Very Fun and Interesting Tour!
Curious23480502227,,Jan 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had an amazing time on this tour! It was super fun to walk through Reykjavik and learn about the history of Iceland. The tour guide was engaging and funny, and I would highly recommend anyone visiting Iceland add this to your to do list!
Incredibly informative and memorable walking tour - our favorite one ever!
aishus2026,,Jan 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My girlfriend and I joined the 10am tour and thoroughly enjoyed our Funky Iceland history tour with Lalli! The storytelling and chronological history was told in an incredibly engaging manner that’s perfect to retain the interesting information. It’s the best way to start your trip in Iceland and get the full story of its creation, settlement, and all the way up to present day. It also really helps to get familiar with the layout of Reykjavik. Highly recommend for anyone! It’s well paced with breaks and moments to sit, warm up, and use the bathroom (as well as having a snack!). Our 10am tour ended at 12.30pm sharp. Hope so many more people can experience the storytelling from Lalli, spread the word, and come away feeling excited + inspired to see the world with an open mind 😊
Loved this tour! Do on day 1
AshSmth,,Dec 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I cannot stress how much we enjoyed this tour. We landed in Iceland at 6am and did the 10am walking tour to help us stay awake. I think it very nice to learn the history & local tips on the first day of the trip. I went with my my husband and two teenagers, my teenagers were not excited about it, afterwards, they said how thankful they were I booked it. They loved the info Lolli told us. He is very kind, knowledgeable and funny. Book it!
A+ guide, fun experience
Eric W,,Dec 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guide was amazing and I would definitely recommend this to others. The tour covers everything you’d want to know (with plenty of room for questions and knowledgeable answers in between), and covers some unique areas of the downtown area. They even treat you to some included classic Icelandic food. The guide was very nice and funny, and I might consider this my favorite walking tour I’ve done. 10/10
Best tour I took on my visit!
952amib,,Dec 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Just did the Funky Iceland History Walk in Reykjavík—WOW! As an American traveler, I loved how Lalli mixed hilarious stories with real history. Vikings, quirky traditions, and local secrets you won’t find in any guidebook. Fun, interactive, and the guide’s humor? Top-notch. If you want culture with a side of laughs, this is THE tour. Also got plenty of post tour recommendations to check out from my guide.
Complete Tour of Reykjavik
JAX148,,Dec 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was an excellent and entertaining tour of all of downtown Reykjavik. Wear your walking shoes! We saw everything of interest and ended with eating the famous hot dogs!
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