About this experience
Private Icelandic Food and History Experience offers an intimate, local‑led journey through Iceland’s culinary heritage and the stories that shaped it. Guests explore traditional flavors, modern interpretations, and the unique ingredients born from isolation, harsh weather, and resourcefulness. Along the way, your host weaves in the history of Reykjavík, everyday Icelandic life, and personal insights that turn each tasting into a cultural moment. This private experience feels more like spending time with a local than joining a tour, giving travelers a deeper, authentic understanding of Icelandic food culture, community, and traditions.
At a glance
- Duration: 4 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 4 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What is included
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Dinner
Itinerary and highlights
We walk through the city center on your way and you will get history and sightseeing on your way.
We then start with having the lamb soup at a restaurant called Gamla Reykjavik (Old Reykjavik)
Here we will have the world famous Icelandic Hot Dog, there is a good reason why its famous and you will get the history behind and why it is the best hot dog in the world.
Here we will have the "Plokkfiskur" fish stew made from the deep sea north Icelandic Cod, can you will learn the history behind the fishing industry in Iceland, especially the "Cod Wars"
We will stop at "Taste of Iceland" where you will get a proper taste of Icelandic candy, hot sauces made in Iceland and the history behind them.
We end here with the main event!!
Meeting and pickup information
- We meet at the Ingólfsstorg square, right next to the 2 pillars in the middle
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Reykjavik Wayfinder
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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