Guests receiving an explanation about elf stones in Iceland
A guide from Your Friend in Reykjavik sharing a story about Reykjavik´s history
Our expert guide telling stories about the Icelandic trolls
Our fun-loving Guide joining guests for a picture together
A group of guests actively listening to the guide telling a story
A private Folklore tour at Hólavallakirkjugarður cemetary
Guests reading the plague telling the story behind the tree in the picture.
A Private Reykjavik Folklore Tour in front of the monument to Jon Sigurdsson, leader of the Icelandic independent movement
A guide from Your Friend in Reykjavik is sharing the story behind the people buried in the grave on the picture.
The bell tower of Hólavallakirkjugarður cemetary
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Private Reykjavik Folklore Walking Tour

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Reykjavík, Iceland
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About this activity

This walking tours is one of the standout things to do in Reykjavík, Iceland. Rated 4.3/5 by 3 travellers, it combines the highlights below into a single, easy-to-book experience from €277 per person. On this walk, you hear about the hidden people and creatures of Iceland = Elves, Trolls, Ghosts, the unique Icelandic monsters, the 13 Santa's and finally the only known serial killer of Iceland in a land where it's easy to get lost in the lava fields...

Your Private Icelandic Folklore Walk - where you choose the starting time for our walk

Iceland is sometimes called the land of the Sagas and on this walk, you get the chance to hear many interesting sagas involving the hidden people and creatures of Iceland

We will tell you all about the Icelandic Elves, Trolls, Ghosts like the Deacon of the dark river, the unique mostly aquatic monsters, the 13 Santa's (it's not enough to have just one Santa Claus in Iceland after all ;))

their mother the child-eating troll called Grýla and finally the only known serial killer of Iceland in a land where it's easy to get lost in the lava fields...

You will also get an introduction into Icelandic magic and the runes of old


In the long winter nights in Iceland storytelling has been the primary entertainment for people so there are reasons why Icelanders love books and have the highest literacy rate in the world. 1 in 10 Icelanders writes a book in his life so we obviously love to tell stories and you sure won't be disappointed by joining our walk and hearing a couple.



J.R.R. Tolkien

was heavily influenced by Norse mythology and the Icelandic Sagas when he wrote The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit

so we will explain some of the fun similarities between our Icelandic Mythology and J.R.R.S Middle Earth.


It's perfect for those who want a little adventure in their life because the story's come alive on our walk. 

For families, please keep in mind that some of the stories can be scary to little children so it's also possible to contact us regarding

a private walk where we can dial the scariness down a notch ;).  

Good to know

  • Duration: approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.
  • Confirmation is instant — your spot is secured the moment you book.
  • Offered in 2 languages.
  • Confirm weather-appropriate clothing and comfortable footwear before you go.

Who it's for

Culture lovers

Best time to visit

Reykjavík is rewarding year-round, but spring and early autumn typically bring the most comfortable temperatures and thinner crowds than peak summer. Morning departures tend to be quieter and cooler; booking ahead is recommended in high season as popular walking tours slots in Reykjavík sell out.

Frequently asked questions

From
€277
per person