Akureyri Private Walking Tour
Explore Akureyri, Iceland’s northern capital, on a private two-hour walking tour with a local guide. Starting at the Hof Cultural Center by the harbor, stroll past key landmarks like Ráðhústorg, Göngugatan, and the dramatic Gilið gorge. Visit Akureyri Church and learn about the town’s growth from a trading post to a cultural hub. The tour ends at Lystigarður Akureyrar, a peaceful botanical garden with stunning fjord views. This tour offers a perfect mix of local stories, scenery, and culture.
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Akureyri Private Walking Tour
Pickup included
What's included in Akureyri Private Walking Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Akureyri
We walk past Höfnin (the harbor), which has long been the lifeline of Akureyri’s trade and development
Where locals gather and events are often held
Akureyri
Strolling along Göngugatan, the cozy pedestrian street lined with shops and cafés, you'll get a feel for the town’s daily rhythm.
Inclusions
- A guided walk with an experienced and fun-loving guide
- Pickup from a hotel if it's within an easily walkable distance (pickup list provided)
- Tip or gratuity
- 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
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Pickup and Dropoff
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Please arrive at the pick up point 5 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
We offer pickup from the hotels/accommodations within the specified radius. If your hotel is not listed, we kindly ask you to meet us at Hof Cultural and Conference Center (in the lobby) We recommend using Google Maps! (The Center is located by the town's picturesque harbor) Your guide will be wearing a light blue jacket that´s easily recognizable. If you have any questions please feel free to reach out!
Meeting Points
- We begin at the modern and striking Hof Cultural and Conference Center, located by the town’s picturesque harbor. Your guide will be waiting wearing a light blue jacket with the Your Friend in Reykjavik logo on the back.
