Food tours in Reykjavík
A food tour is the quickest way to eat your way around Reykjavík. The most comfortable months are June to August, with highs around 57°F (14°C) and about 10 rainy days a month.
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Top food tours in Reykjavík
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What to eat and drink in Reykjavík
Expect to taste the local staples. Ones to look for:
- Hot dog
- A street-stand classic; in Reykjavík (pylsur) it's lamb-based, with crispy onions and remoulade.
- Pylsur
- Icelandic hot dogs made mostly with lamb, topped with raw and fried onions and sauces.
- Skyr
- A thick, high-protein cultured dairy food, eaten like yoghurt.
- Lamb
- Lamb raised on open pasture, usually roasted or slow-cooked.
- Fermented shark
- Hákarl: cured, dried Greenland shark with a strong ammonia smell, eaten in small cubes with a shot of brennivín.
- Lobster soup
- A creamy soup of Icelandic langoustine, served with bread at harbour restaurants.
How to pick a good food tour
- Skip a big meal beforehand: most tours serve the equivalent of lunch or dinner across six to ten stops.
- Small groups of 12 or fewer get served faster and fit into tiny counters and bars.
- Check what's included. Some tours count drinks as stops, others charge for them on the day.
- Ask about dietary swaps before you book. Many tours can replace meat or gluten dishes if they know ahead.
Reykjavík month by month
Averages for Reykjavík, 1991–2020 normals, extremes 1829–present, 1991–2020.
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F (°C) | 38 (3) | 38 (3) | 40 (4) | 44 (7) | 50 (10) | 55 (13) | 59 (15) | 57 (14) | 53 (11) | 46 (8) | 40 (5) | 38 (3) |
| Low °F (°C) | 29 (-2) | 29 (-2) | 30 (-1) | 34 (1) | 39 (4) | 45 (7) | 48 (9) | 47 (9) | 43 (6) | 37 (3) | 32 (0) | 29 (-2) |
| Rainy days | 15 | 15 | 14 | 12 | 11 | 9 | 10 | 12 | 15 | 13 | 14 | 15 |
| Sunset (15th) | 4:19 pm | 6:00 pm | 7:27 pm | 8:59 pm | 10:35 pm | 11:59 pm | 11:26 pm | 9:46 pm | 7:56 pm | 6:09 pm | 4:29 pm | 3:29 pm |
Questions
When is the best time for food tours in Reykjavík?
June to August. Expect highs around 57°F (14°C) and about 10 rainy days a month. The least comfortable months are January and February.
What food is Reykjavík known for?
Hot dog: a street-stand classic; in Reykjavík (pylsur) it's lamb-based, with crispy onions and remoulade. Pylsur: icelandic hot dogs made mostly with lamb, topped with raw and fried onions and sauces. Skyr: a thick, high-protein cultured dairy food, eaten like yoghurt.
Where can I book food tours in Reykjavík?
The tours above book on Viator. Compare group size, duration, what is included and the cancellation terms before you pick one.
