Reykjavik: The Icelandic Woman Private Walking Tour
ID: GYG458554-821124
Category:
Country: Iceland
Duration:
03:00 hours
Description
Explore the city of Reykjavik's history and culture on this guided walking tour that focuses on the inspiring women who have helped shape the city. Hear about powerful women while admiring the sights.
Welcome to The Icelandic Women Walking Tour in Reykjavik, a fascinating exploration of the city's history, culture, and the inspiring women who have helped shape it.
Over the course of this 3-hour walking tour, we'll delve into Reykjavik's & Iceland’s rich past, visiting some of its most iconic landmarks and hidden gems.
Along the way, we'll hear the stories of Icelandic women who have made history, broken barriers, and shaped the country’s culture and society.
Learn about powerful women like Vigdís Finnbogadóttir; yes, the Icelandic names are easy, but she was the world's first democratically elected female president. And about the laws passed in Iceland, where Icelandic companies have to prove to the government that you pay equally to both men and women. Our journey will take us to some of Reykjavik's most famous landmarks, including the stunning Hallgrímskirkja church, the colorful houses of the Old Town, and the bustling harbor.
Highlights
- The Parliament Building
- Reykjavik City Hall
- Lake Tjörnin
- The Pearl Necklace
- Taste of Iceland
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Please be at the meeting spot five minutes before the start of the tour
It's good to wear layers of clothing
We usually end up at the same location we begin
Your Guide will meet up with you at Ingólfur Square in the center of Reykjavik by the two stone pillars
(They are over 3 meters high).
The square on Google Maps:
Ingólfur Square
Our expert local guides usually wear a light blue jacket with Your Friend in Reykjavik on the back.
The Square is in front of Center Hotels Plaza, Aðalstræti 6. The Square is at the beginning of Austurstræti (Austurstræti 1).
If you walk down Laugavegur (The main shopping street), please continue until you come to the square, always walking straight down until you can't continue further.
Don't go to the statue of Ingólfur Arnarsson or the statue of Jon Sigurdsson at Austurvöllur, as that is not the starting point.
We recommend using Google Maps or something similar because Icelandic street names can be tricky.
Please be at Ingolfur Square at least 5 minutes before the start time of the tour. It's very hard to guide people to where the guide is located if you are late and the tour has started.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.
