Reykjavik Folklore Walking Tour: Meet the Elves, Trolls & Ghosts of Iceland
At a glance
Reykjavik Folklore Walking Tour: Meet the Elves, Trolls & Ghosts of Iceland is a 1h 30m guided experience in Reykjavik, Iceland, operated by Your Friend In Reykjavik. Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 752 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $52.52 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Professional guide, Live entertainment.
Highlights
- Rated 4.8/5 by 752 travellers
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 8 stops in one well-planned itinerary
- Wheelchair accessible
Quick facts
- Duration
- 1h 30m
- Group
- Small group, up to 999 travellers
- Languages
- English
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
Visit the Elves and trolls of Iceland on this entertaining walk through the oldest part of Reykjavik. If you want to experience an exciting and different side of Iceland join us and visit an elfstone in the Reykjavik city center and walk through two of the oldest cemeteries in Reykjavik for a truly haunted walk.
We will tell you about famous Ghosts like the Deacon of Dark River, the unique Icelandic monsters, the 13 Santas or the Icelandic Yulelads / Jólasveinar,
and their mother the child eating troll called Grýla .
You will also get an introduction into Icelandic magic (how to wake the undead).
In the long winter nights in Iceland, storytelling has been our the primary entertainment and around 1 in 10 Icelanders writes a book in his lifetime so it's obvious... we love to tell stories and you sure won't be disappointed by joining our walk and hearing a couple.
What's included
What's included
- Professional guide
- Live entertainment
Not included
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 5m
Meet and greet and start our journey with the Mythical Creatures of Iceland.
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Stop 2 · 10m
Our first stop is the oldest graveyard in Iceland which dates back from around 900.
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Stop 3 · 5m
The Trolls of Iceland really don't like the Church
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Stop 4 · 15m
At the 2nd oldest cemetery in Reykjavik, we visit the most famous ghost of Iceland. The Deacon of Dark River.
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Stop 5 · 10m
By the Reykjavik lake we hear stories about Icelandic monsters
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Stop 6 · 10m
We walk by the Reykjavik City Hall and sometimes we even visit the great map of Iceland discussing locations of Trolls and other creatures.
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Stop 7 · 5m
Here we visit the Icelandic Guardian spirits
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Stop 8 · 5m
Our final destination of the Icelandic Mythical Walk.
Meeting point
Outside Hlöllabátar, facing Ingólfstorg Square and the two tall stone pillars. Center Hotel 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
Good to know
- 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
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Please be at Ingolfur Square 5 minutes before the starting time
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Reykjavik Folklore Walking Tour: Meet the Elves, Trolls & Ghosts of Iceland take?
The experience lasts about 1h 30m.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $52.52 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Professional guide; Live entertainment.
Where does it start?
Outside Hlöllabátar, facing Ingólfstorg Square and the two tall stone pillars. Center Hotel 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…
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in English.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 752 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Reykjavik.
