Reykjavik Food Lovers Tour — Traditional Icelandic Food
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Description
Meet in downtown Reykjavik: Start in the city center and set off on an easy-paced walk designed to help you taste your way into Icelandic culture.
Traditional Icelandic tastings: Visit a handpicked selection of local spots to sample classic flavors and modern favorites. You’ll try a variety of bites and learn what makes Icelandic ingredients and recipes unique.
History served with every bite: Your guide shares stories about Reykjavik, local food traditions, and the “why” behind what’s on your plate, keeping the tour fun, social and informative.
Small-group experience: With a limited group size, the tour stays personal and relaxed, with plenty of time for questions, photos and recommendations for the rest of your trip.
Final stop & drink: Finish with a drink included at the last venue (options typically include beer, soda, coffee/tea, or a local spirit for those of legal drinking age).
What is included
- Guided Reykjavik food walk with a local expert
- Traditional Icelandic food tastings (you won’t leave hungry)
- Water included at stops
- One drink included at the last stop (beer/soda/coffee/tea or local spirit)
- Small-group tour for a more personal experience
What do I need to bring
- Dress for the weather (wind and rain can happen any day in Iceland)
- Comfortable walking shoes
- A healthy appetite
- Valid ID (recommended, especially if choosing an alcoholic drink)
Good to know
- Duration: about 3 hours.
- Easy city walk (around 2.5 km) with frequent stops.
- Dietary restrictions and allergies can usually be accommodated; select or note requests during booking when available.
- Traditional Icelandic food often includes meat, fish and dairy.
- Minimum age for alcohol is 20 years; non-alcoholic alternatives are available.
- Please arrive 5 minutes before the start time.
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Highlights
- Reykjavik food tour focused on traditional Icelandic flavors
- 8+ tastings across handpicked local venues
- Small-group experience with a local guide
- Water at stops and a final drink included
- Great way to get oriented in central Reykjavik
Reykjavik Food Lovers Tour — Frequently asked questions
How long is the tour?
The tour lasts about 3 hours.
Is food included?
Yes. The tour is all-inclusive and includes multiple food tastings, so you won’t leave hungry.
Is a drink included?
Yes, a drink is included at the last stop. Options typically include beer, soda, coffee/tea, or a local spirit for those of legal drinking age.
Can you accommodate dietary restrictions?
Dietary restrictions and allergies can usually be accommodated. Add your needs during booking when available, and your guide will help where possible.
How much walking is involved?
It’s an easy city-center walk (around 2.5 km) with frequent stops.
Where do we meet?
You’ll meet outside Hlöllabátar at Austurstræti 11 by Ingólfstorg square. Please arrive 5 minutes early.