Reykjavik Christmas Walking Tour

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    Reykjavik Christmas Walking Tour

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     US$74.14  per guest
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    Earliest available date: December 1, 2026
    Free cancellation (24 hours notice)
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    For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
    10 meals
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    What You’ll Experience
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    Location
    Reykjavik
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    Duration
    2 hours
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    Number of Guests
    1 - 15 guests
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    Language
    English
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    Experience the magic of Reykjavik at Christmas on a festive walking tour. Discover Icelandic traditions, meet the 13 Santas, and explore enchanting folklore. Taste local treats along the way.

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    For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
    10 meals

    Experience Details

    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.

    What You Get

    An expert fun loving guide
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    Good To Know

    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Service animals allowed

    What You’ll Experience

    1

    Hlöllabátar

    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.
    5 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
    2

    Ingólfur Square

    First, we admire the Ice skating rink, holiday decorations, and Christmas market stalls at Ingólfur Square.
    10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
    3

    Austurvollur Square

    A visit to the beautiful traditional Oslo Christmas tree. Talking about the tradition of trees and decorations in Icelandic homes.
    10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
    4

    Penninn Eymundsson

    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.
    10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
    5

    Lækjartorg A

    The ferocious Christmas cat is a big part of Icelandic Christmas folklore. We will explore a bit of Icelandic folklore here.
    5 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
    6

    Litla Jolabudin

    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.
    10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
    7

    12 Tonar

    Icelandic Christmas music borrows a lot from various country's and a visit to our most beloved downtown Music store is in order.
    10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
    8

    Hallgrimskirkja

    We end up by the beautiful Hallgrímskirkja church to talk about the role Christianity and Norse Mythology has in Christmas
    10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    Meeting & Pickup

    Meeting Point

    Hlöllabátar, Ingólfstorgi, Reykjavíkurborg, Iceland, IS, 101

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    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
    End Point

    Hallgrimskirkja, Reykjavíkurborg, Iceland, IS, 101

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    We end up by the beautiful Hallgrímskirkja Church

    Cancellation Policy

    Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund.

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    Reviews
    4.6
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    The Extraordinary Ester E!
    December 25, 2025

    Ester E. Is a fabulous tour guide! I really do feel like I have a friend in Reyjkavik !!! So knowledgeable and funny. She made you feel like family

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    An easy and fun tour
    December 22, 2025

    Despite the rain, “Stefan I” was a delightful and funny guide and gave us not just Christmas (with ALL the Santas) but history, folklore, stories about growing up in Iceland, cool shops and stalls ...read more

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    Christmas in Iceland Comes Alive
    December 08, 2025

    We did the Christmas Walking Tour with Einar on 12/1 and really enjoyed learning about the folklore and traditions--Gryla, the Yule Lads, and the Yule Cat--associated with Christmas in Iceland. Ei...read more

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    Shiesty business practice
    January 03, 2025

    Got to be really honest about this one...it was extremely disappointing. We booked based on the description that we'd get to see/tour the Christmas markets and have that experience. Aside from our ...read more

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    Lovely tour with singing guide
    January 03, 2025

    Lovely tour. Our guide was very knowledgeable and excited by the stories he shared with us. Our group loves the songs the guide would sing.The stop at the Candy store was lovely minus the gross can...read more

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