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Reykjavik Folklore Walking Tour
On this walk, you hear about the Elves, Trolls, Ghosts, Monsters, 13 Santa's and finally the only...
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About this activity
A festive 3-hour walking tour through Reykjavík's illuminated city centre led by a guide in traditional Icelandic costume, blending Christmas atmosphere with local history, architecture, and seasonal food traditions. Perfect for experiencing authentic Icelandic holiday culture alongside Viking heritage and contemporary Reykjavík.
Explore Reykjavík City Centre in its Christmas Outfit
This cultural and gastronomic walking tour of Reykjavík is a wonderful alternative to your traditional city sightseeing tour and will get you into a true Christmas mood! Discover downtown Reykjavík with us in an intimate and informative way! During our Reykjavík Christmas Walk we offer you an insight into our Christmas traditions old and new as well as telling you about the history, art and architecture, culture and cuisine of the city.
Our guide will welcome you, dressed in Iceland’s national costume to set the mood for this cultural and festive experience. You’ll wander through the city centre beautifully decorated for Christmas with twinkling Christmas lights everywhere, making stops at several interesting locations along the way. At each stop you’ll get a little taste of Iceland such as the very traditional fermented shark and dried fish as well as our Christmas favourites like malt ale that is a must on every Christmas table. We will visit the Settler's exhibition that houses the oldest ruins of a Viking farm in Iceland and Reykjavik oldest cemetery for some magical rune reading. Finally a nice way to end the tour as everyone will receive a little Christmas gift – a lovely souvenir of Iceland and this Christmas moment.
Do you want to add Gullfoss, Geysir & Þingvellir to this tour? Check out our Reykjavík Christmas Walk & Gullfoss, Geysir & Þingvellir tour.
Highlights
- ✓Guided walk through Christmas-decorated downtown Reykjavík with twinkling lights
- ✓Tastings of traditional Icelandic foods: fermented shark, dried fish, and Christmas malt ale
- ✓Visit to the Settler's Exhibition with Iceland's oldest Viking farm ruins
- ✓Stop at Reykjavík's oldest cemetery with rune-reading experience
- ✓Guide dressed in traditional Icelandic national costume
- ✓Complimentary Icelandic Christmas souvenir gift
Insider tips
- ★December is peak season for Christmas atmosphere; book early as tours fill quickly during the festive period
- ★Come hungry—the food tastings are generous and authentic, so skip a large breakfast
- ★Wear warm, waterproof layers and sturdy walking shoes; Reykjavík weather is unpredictable even during guided city walks
Good to know
- •Duration: 3 hours of walking through city centre
- •Meeting point and start time will be confirmed in your booking details
- •Food tastings include fermented shark and other traditional items; inform the operator of dietary restrictions in advance
- •Tour runs during December holiday season; availability outside this period may be limited
Who it's for
Holidaymakers visiting Iceland in December seeking seasonal cultural experiencesFood enthusiasts interested in tasting authentic Icelandic Christmas traditionsHistory buffs wanting to explore Viking heritage alongside modern ReykjavíkCouples and small groups looking for an intimate, festive alternative to standard city sightseeing
Best time to visit
December, when Reykjavík is fully decorated for Christmas with festive lights and the holiday spirit is strongest. Tours typically run in the evening or afternoon to showcase the illuminations.
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