Private Reykjavik Beer & Booze Tour
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Is Private Reykjavik Beer & Booze Tour worth booking?
Private Reykjavik Beer & Booze Tour is a 2-hour experience in Reykjavik, Iceland, from $103 per person. It scores 64 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 5 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 64 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (5)
- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $103 per person
EXPERIENCE THE BEST BARS IN REYKJAVIK. On the Reykjavik Beer and Booze Tour, you will taste Icelandic craft beers or snaps from all around Iceland. By joining our Reykjavik Pub Crawl you will experience an expert local
What you get
About this experience
EXPERIENCE THE BEST BARS IN REYKJAVIK. On the Reykjavik Beer and Booze Tour, you will taste Icelandic craft beers or snaps from all around Iceland. By joining our Reykjavik Pub Crawl you will experience an expert local who knows how to entertain as well as educate you about the fun & quirky history of beer & alcohol in Iceland. We start off at the wonderful Skúli Craft bar for a selection of four Icelandic beers (Fleight), and there we use the opportunity to edutain you about the beer ban in Iceland until 1989 and more. Then we take a short walk through the city center and visit another great beer for another fleight of beers and more entertaining stories. Finally we end up at the classic Olstofan ale tavern for a pint We are happy to cater a little to your preferences for beer or spirits but at the same time encourage you to be adventurous. You don’t have to be a special beer lover to have fun on our tour and maybe you will even be introduced to a beer style you will love.
What's included
Included
- Local guide
- Professional guide
- Alcoholic beverages
- Beverages
Not included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Your Friend In Reykjavik
Meet and greet and head on to our first bar
5 minutes here
Skuli Craft Bar
We start off with a nice selection of Icelandic craft beers (or a snaps) and discuss the funny history of Alcohol in Iceland
45 minutes here
Session Craft Bar
Our 2nd stop on our Reykjavik Beer Tour is this excellent bar where we sample 4 different Icelandic beers (or a couple of Icelandic snaps). With everyone a little tipsy, here we give you tips, tricks, and funny stories about the Icelandic craft beer & booze scene
50 minutes here
Olstofa Kormaks og Skjaldar
Here we sample a unique award-winning Icelandic beer and discuss its history. The ban of Beer in Iceland for 74 years.. what's that all about... :). This is one of the best bars in Iceland to sample something you can't find anywhere else.
45 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Reykjavik
Outside Hlöllabátar, facing Ingólfstorg Square and the two tall stone pillars. CenterHotel Plaza is to your right. Benches, tables, and a covered ceiling make it a comfortable spot to wait. Our expert local guides usually wear a light blue jacket with Your Friend in Reykjavik on the back
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 5 minutes before departure.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 12 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Your Friend In Reykjavik
Know before you go
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- If the minimum of people attending the tour is not reached we will have to cancel the tour for a full refund
- Not wheelchair accessible unless it's a private tour then we will make arrangements
- Minimum drinking age is 20 years
- Please be at Ingolfur Square 5 minutes before the starting time
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 5 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
5 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
4 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Value for money
1 mentionTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Food and drink
1 mentionThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Small groups
1 mentionThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Traveler reviews
5 verified traveler reviews for Private Reykjavik Beer & Booze Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Beers with Gardar ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
We had the BEST time on the tour with our guide Gardar! We went to 3 different bars all with so many good beers. Gardar made the whole experience for us..he is full of knowledge and we learned so much about Iceland. He chose some beers for us and then we chose some on our own. He knew all about them. He was a lot of fun and very accommodating. I would definately come back for another tour with him as our guide! Book the tour! SKAL!! 🍻
via Tripadvisor
Great experience and knowledgeable guide
Guide was great fun and so informative. We went to 3 bars where we had 4 sample drinks of local beer in each. Great value for money and time well spent. Would totally recommend this.
via Tripadvisor
Fun an informative night out
We had an absolutely awesome time with our guide Ólafur. He had so much cool insight into the city and the bars were very fun
Response from the operator: Dear Taylor, Thank you so much for your enthusiastic review! 😊 We’re thrilled to hear that Ólafur made your tour so enjoyable and that his insights into Reykjavík added to the fun 🏙️✨. It’s wonderful that you had a great time exploring the city and enjoying the bars along the way 🍹🎉. We hope to see you back for another adventure in Reykjavík soon! 🌍💙 With gratitude and warm regards Steina Your Friend In Reykjavík & Team
via Tripadvisor
Great chat with a local
We had a private tour Arnar who took us to 3 different bars in Reykjavik. He gave us a history of beer/drinking in Iceland and picked out various beers for us to try. We were able to ask him questions about life in Iceland and he gave us great recommendations about what else to do in Iceland.
via Tripadvisor
Informative and a lot of fun.
Excellent tour of the vibrant local craft beer scene in Reykjavik. Our guide was knowledgeable and a lot of fun to hang with. Highly recommend this tour.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $103 to $293
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 2
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 64
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Private Reykjavik Beer & Booze Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Reykjavik.
How much does Private Reykjavik Beer & Booze Tour cost?
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Prices start at $103 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Reykjavik usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Private Reykjavik Beer & Booze Tour take?
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Plan for about 2 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Reykjavik is not rushed.
Is Private Reykjavik Beer & Booze Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 64 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 5 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Reykjavik, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Private Reykjavik Beer & Booze Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Private Reykjavik Beer & Booze Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Private Reykjavik Beer & Booze Tour?
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Around 2 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Reykjavik can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Reykjavik and add a light layer if any part of the 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private Reykjavik Beer & Booze Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Reykjavik within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Reykjavik?
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On Outty we rank every Reykjavik experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Reykjavik Food Walk - Local Foodie Adventure in Iceland, Small-Group Golden Circle, Blue Lagoon with Ticket & Kerid Crater, Reykjavík Small group Walking Tour - by CityWalk. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Reykjavik?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Reykjavik?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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