Scavenger Hunts, Escape Games & Walking Tours in Iceland
Play a scavenger hunt, an outdoor escape game or a self-guided audio walking tour in Reykjavik, Iceland’s capital. Solve riddles at 10 stops from the Sun Voyager via Harpa and City Hall to Hallgrímskirkja, or simply listen to the stories. 4.8 · 49 reviews✓ Instant access✓ Start any time✓ No guide needed
Self-guided city games in Reykjavik, Iceland
World City Trail runs three self-guided games in Iceland, all in the capital Reykjavik: a scavenger hunt, an outdoor escape game and an audio walking tour.
The scavenger hunt starts at the Sun Voyager on the waterfront and takes you to the Harpa concert hall, the Ingólfur Arnarson statue, the Culture House and Reykjavik Cathedral. Then come Parliament House, City Hall on Lake Tjörnin and the National Gallery, before Rainbow Street leads up to Hallgrímskirkja.
| City | Scavenger hunt rating | Time | Walking | Stops | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reykjavik | 4.8 (49) | about 2 hours | about 41 min · 3.1 km | 10 | See the games → |
How it works
- Book online Choose the game and the number of players. Your booking reference arrives by email straight away.
- Get the app Download the World City Trail app from the App Store or Google Play and enter your booking reference.
- Play when you like Start whenever you are ready, walk at your own pace and pause any time. No guide, no fixed schedule.
Why explore Reykjavik with a self-guided city game
Reykjavik is small enough to cross on foot, yet one walk shows its contrasts. The steel Sun Voyager faces Mount Esja, Harpa’s glass façade was designed with Olafur Eliasson, Hallgrímskirkja’s tower recalls basalt columns, and the Althing, Iceland’s parliament, traces its roots to 930.
A self-guided city game gives you more freedom than a guided tour. You choose the start time, the pace and the order of the stops, and you can pause for a coffee and carry on later. The riddles make you look closely at façades and statues, and the stories explain what you just found.
- Reykjavik weather changes quickly, so bring a waterproof jacket; in winter, when daylight is short, play around midday.
- Start the escape game in daylight, because its puzzles rely on details of buildings and monuments.
- Every stop is seen from outside, so you need no entry tickets.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best city in Iceland for a scavenger hunt?
Reykjavik, the capital, is where World City Trail runs its Icelandic games, and its compact centre is ideal for one. The route links 10 stops, from the Sun Voyager and Harpa on the waterfront to City Hall by Lake Tjörnin and Hallgrímskirkja.
How long does the scavenger hunt in Reykjavik take?
The Reykjavik scavenger hunt takes about 2 hours, with around 41 minutes of actual walking over 3.1 km. The outdoor escape game also takes about 2 hours, and the audio walking tour about 3 hours.
Do I need to book a time slot?
No. You book online and receive your booking reference by email straight away. Download the World City Trail app, enter the reference and start whenever you like, with no guide and no time slot.
Can I do a scavenger hunt in Iceland with kids?
Yes. The riddles are solved by observation and logic, not prior knowledge, so children can play along with an adult. The route is 3.1 km, children usually enjoy the birds on Lake Tjörnin, and the last stretch climbs gently up Rainbow Street.
Which languages are the games in Iceland available in?
All three games in Reykjavik can be played in English, German, French, Italian, Spanish and Dutch. They are also available in Chinese. Everyone in your group can follow the game on their own phone.
Is a self-guided tour better than a guided tour in Reykjavik?
For most visitors who like to set their own pace, yes. There is no meeting point, no group and no fixed start time, and the riddles and stories at each stop keep everyone involved, children included.
Ready to explore Reykjavik your own way?
Book online, get your booking reference straight away and start whenever you are in Reykjavik, with no guide and no time slot.
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