About this experience
This Christmas, join Your Friend in Reykjavik for a walking tour through the Christmas lit and festive streets of Reykjavik, the capital of Iceland.
Together we will explore the Icelandic Christmas traditions and discover the 13 Santas of Iceland, their mother, the Troll Grýla that eats naughty children, and finally, the ferocious Christmas Cat.
This family-friendly tour brings Icelandic Christmas traditions brought to life with exciting stories and Icelandic folklore. We will also come to know the delicious food and drinks that Iceland considers Christmassy and maybe sample some on our walk. Our meeting point is in Fógetagarðurinn for this Christmas Walking Tour through downtown Reykjavik.
At a glance
- Duration: 2 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 2 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What is included
- An expert fun loving guide
Not included
- Tips
Itinerary and highlights
We meet up outside Hlöllabátar the sandwich shop at Austurstræti 1 in Reykjavík. Please gather facing the square (Ingólfstorg) and the two tall stone seat-pillars (each over two meters high). You will see Center Hotel Plaza is to your right.
The area in front of Hlöllabátar has benches, tables, and a covered ceiling overhead, providing shelter and a comfortable waiting place.
Our expert local guides usually wear a light blue jacket with Your Friend in Reykjavik on the back.
First, we admire the Ice skating rink, holiday decorations, and Christmas market stalls at Ingólfur Square.
A visit to the beautiful traditional Oslo Christmas tree. Talking about the tradition of trees and decorations in Icelandic homes.
Books are a big part of the Christmas traditions of Iceland and a visit to a book store is in order. Here you will some unique Icelandic Christmas books.
The ferocious Christmas cat is a big part of Icelandic Christmas folklore. We will explore a bit of Icelandic folklore here.
The little Christmas store is open year-round and it's in order to take a look at some Icelandic Christmas ornaments. Maybe you will find some Christmas gifts of your own here.
Icelandic Christmas music borrows a lot from various country's and a visit to our most beloved downtown Music store is in order.
We end up by the beautiful Hallgrímskirkja church to talk about the role Christianity and Norse Mythology has in Christmas
Meeting and pickup information
- 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
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Your Friend In Reykjavik
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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