ICELAND EXPERIENCE
Private Reykjavik Christmas Walking Tour
LOCAL CONDITIONS
Weather for this experience
Forecast near Whale Watching from Downtown Akureyri · Reykjavík forecast
6°
Overcast
Today · Wind 4 m/s
Today
7° 4°
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Tomorrow
8° 4°
Overcast
Mon
10° 6°
Partly cloudy
Tue
8° 5°
Light rain
Wed
7° 4°
Rain showers
Thu
4° 1°
Cloudy
Fri
7° 2°
Light rain
Data: Icelandic Met Office
Forecast shown for the nearest supported Icelandic Met Office station. Conditions can vary along tour routes and at higher elevations.
DRIVING CONDITIONS
Road signals for Reykjavík
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For guided tours, the operator makes the final operational decision. If you are self-driving, always check the official road map before departure.
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.
What's included
Included
- ✓Hot Cocoa and pastry
Itinerary
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The statue of Skúli the sheriff, the father of Reykjavik. The beautiful blue Christmas tree by the square.
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First, we admire the Ice skating rink, holiday decorations, and Christmas market stalls at Ingólfur Square.
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A visit to the beautiful traditional Oslo Christmas tree. Talking about the tradition of trees and decorations in Icelandic homes.
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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.
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The ferocious Christmas cat is a big part of Icelandic Christmas folklore. We will explore a bit of Icelandic folklore here.
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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.
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Icelandic Christmas music borrows a lot from various country's and a visit to our most beloved downtown Music store is in order.
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We end up by the beautiful Hallgrímskirkja church to talk about the role Christianity and Norse Mythology has in Christmas
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
Ticket informationMobile or paper ticket accepted
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.