Visit the Elves and trolls of Iceland on this entertaining walk through the oldest part of Reykjavik.
Reykjavik Folklore Walking Tour: Meet the Elves, Trolls & Ghosts of Iceland
Summary Description
Highlights
- Visit to an Elf home in downtown Reykjavik
- The absolutely Beautiful Hólavallakirkjugarður cemetary
- Hearing a Troll story by Landakotskirkja, the Catholic Church
- Learning about Icelandic Magic and Necropants
Description
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.
Included / Excluded
- Expert Fun Loving local guide
- Entertaining Stories & Edutainment
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Start / End Locations
Start Location: 4 Austurstræti, Austurstræti, Reykjavík
End Location: Reykjavík
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller Accessible
- Travellers easily arrive and depart on public transport
- Parking available close by
Commentary
Guide : English
Important Information
Know Before You Book
- Children six years and younger are complimentary
- Pleas wear layers of clothing
Cancellation
Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours
Cancellation Notes: Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund
Points of interest
- Jón Sigurðsson forseti, Reykjavík, Iceland
- Hólavallakirkjugarður, Ljósvallagata, Reykjavík, Iceland
- Tjörnin, Tjörnin, Reykjavík, Iceland
- Landakotskirkja, Reykjavík, Iceland
- Alþingishúsið, Kirkjutorg, Reykjavík, Iceland
- Fógetagarðurinn, Aðalstræti, Reykjavík, Iceland
- Ingólfur Square, Austurstræti, Reykjavík, Iceland
- Reykjavík City Hall, Tjarnargata, Reykjavík, Iceland
Terms and Conditions
Liability
By accepting these terms you agree to participate in the activities offered on tour at your own risk and that you take responsibility for your own safety.
Your Friend in Reykjavik does not assume any responsibility for accidents that are caused by its customers, which can be traced to their own actions or are caused by factors outside of human control (Force majeure).
Additional Information
Not wheelchair accessible, 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
Redemption Information
Tickets will be held at the box office
About operator:
Your Friend in Reykjavik (YFIR) is an award-winning travel agency, destination management company, and daily tour operator, based in Reykjavik since 2014.
Over 9,000 five-star reviews across Google, Tripadvisor, GetYourGuide, and Airbnb. Travelife Partner. ETOA Supplier Member. As featured in Lonely Planet, Rick Steves, BBC, Condé Nast Traveler, and National Geographic Traveler.
What we offer
Daily walking tours in Reykjavik — Food Lovers, Folklore & Ghost, Beer & Booze, Walk With a Viking, and the Reykjavik CatWalk (winner — Scandinavian Outdoor Award for Best Outdoor Product)
Private driving tours — Golden Circle, South Coast, Snæfellsnes, and bespoke itineraries off the beaten path
Multi-day custom itineraries — full ground handling: hotels, transport, guides, activities
Cruise shore excursions — independent passengers and full group ground handling
Airport transfers and private transport across Iceland
Whisper® audio guide systems — exclusive distributor in Iceland
Why travel advisors and operators work with us
Almost every guide is a graduate of the Icelandic Tourist Guide School — local, licensed, and storytelling-first
Private tours available in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian and more
Small-group experiences — the opposite of bus tourism
Easy booking through Bókun agent portal, email, or account
Standard and enhanced commission rates for qualified trade partners
Get in touch Valur Heiðar Sævarsson — CEO & Founder 📞 +354 655 4040 • 📧 [email protected] 🗓 Book a call: calendly.com/valur-yourfriendinreykjavik/30min
Basic Information
- Duration: 90 minutes
- Trip difficulty: Easy
- Category: Tours & Sightseeing
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