Reykjavik Food Tours
Reykjavik is small enough to eat your way through on foot: lamb soup, Arctic char, skyr, hot spring rye bread and the famous hot dog. Below are the most booked Reykjavik food tours, compared.
Top-rated food tours in Reykjavik
The best food tours to book in Reykjavik
The most booked food tours in Reykjavik, compared. All are walking tours in the city centre and replace a meal.
| Experience | Length | Rating (reviews) | Best for | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guided Foodie Walking Tour with 6 Tastings | 3 hours | 4.9 (2,153) | The most booked | Check availability |
| Icelandic Food Tour | 3 hours | 4.6 (484) | Icelandic classics | Check availability |
| Food Tour by Locals | 3 hours | 4.9 (29) | A small group | Check availability |
| Food Tour with 6+ Tastings of Icelandic Classics | 3 hours | 4.8 (23) | A newer tour | Check availability |
| Icelandic Cooking Class with 3-Course Meal and Wine | 3.5 hours | new | Cooking it yourself | Check availability |
Our pick: the Guided Foodie Walking Tour with 6 Tastings, rated 4.9 from 2,153 reviews on GetYourGuide.
Ratings and review counts as shown on GetYourGuide in November 2026. Check the listing for live prices and availability.
Which Reykjavik food tour to pick
The guided foodie walking tour is by far the most reviewed, with more than 2,000 reviews: six tastings that usually include Icelandic lamb soup, fish, skyr and the famous hot dog. The Icelandic food tour is the other long-running option. For a smaller group, the food tour by locals scores highest. Want to cook? The Icelandic cooking class ends with a three-course meal and wine.
Good to know
Food in Iceland is expensive, so a food tour that replaces lunch or dinner is good value. Tours run in all weather; dress for wind and rain. Book a tour on your first day for tips on where to eat for the rest of your trip.
More Nordic food: Stockholm food tours, Oslo food tours and Copenhagen food tours.
FAQ about Reykjavik Food Tours
Frequently asked questions
What is the best food tour in Reykjavik?
The guided foodie walking tour with six tastings is the most booked, rated 4.9 from more than 2,100 reviews on GetYourGuide.
What food do you try on a Reykjavik food tour?
Typically Icelandic lamb soup, fish such as Arctic char, skyr, rye bread, local cheese and the Reykjavik hot dog.
How long is a Reykjavik food tour?
About three hours, with enough food to replace a meal.
Is there a cooking class in Reykjavik?
Yes, an Icelandic cooking class with a three-course meal and wine, about three and a half hours.