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Reykjavik Folklore Walking Tour: Meet the Elves, Trolls & Ghosts of Iceland

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Reykjavik, Iceland

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1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
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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

  • Live entertainment
  • Professional guide
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Austurstræti
Reykjavík, Iceland

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

Austurvöllur
43W6+V4C, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland

We end up close to our starting point but now infront of the Parliament building at Austurvöllur public square.

What To Expect

Your Friend In Reykjavik

Meet and greet and start our journey with the Mythical Creatures of Iceland.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Skúli Magnússon Sheriff

Our first stop is the oldest graveyard in Iceland which dates back from around 900.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Playground

Here we visit some Elves
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Cathedral of Christ the King

The Trolls of Iceland really don't like the Church
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Hólavallagarður

At the 2nd oldest cemetery in Reykjavik, we visit the most famous ghost of Iceland. The Deacon of Dark River.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Tjörnin

By the Reykjavik lake we hear stories about Icelandic monsters
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Reykjavik City Hall

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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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Alþingishúsið

Here we visit the Icelandic Guardian spirits
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Austurvollur Square

Our final destination of the Icelandic Mythical Walk.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Reykjavik Folklore Walking Tour: Meet the Elves, Trolls & Ghosts of Iceland?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Average 4.79 out of 5 stars based on 630 traveler reviews collected by City Boat Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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  • Professional guide
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  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
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  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • 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
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 999 travelers

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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