Reykjavik Folklore Walking Tour

Uncover Reykjavik’s legendary tales on a guided walking tour through folklore, magic, and mysterious city landmarks.

Getting started
Meet your expert local guide at the designated spot in central Reykjavik. After a brief introduction, your group sets off on foot to explore the city’s historic heart and hidden corners.

What to expect
Reykjavik Folklore Walking Tour
This walking tour brings Iceland’s rich storytelling tradition to life as you visit sites tied to elves, trolls, and the city’s most curious legends. Led by a knowledgeable guide, you’ll experience the city’s folklore woven into its streets and cemeteries.

Features

• Víkurkirkjugarður and Hólavallakirkjugarður: Walk through Reykjavik’s oldest graveyards, where tales of ghosts and the city’s only known serial killer come alive.
• Icelandic folklore and magic: Hear stories of elves, trolls, aquatic monsters, and learn about ancient runes and magical traditions unique to Iceland.
• Christmas traditions: Discover the quirky side of Icelandic holidays, including the country’s 13 Santas and their legendary antics.
• City landmarks: Explore Landakotskirkja, the Reykjavik Pond, and the Parliament garden, each with its own story to tell.
• Storytelling legacy: Experience the oral traditions that inspired authors like J.R.R. Tolkien, connecting Reykjavik’s past to its creative present.

Inclusions: Expert local guide, stories of elves, trolls, ghosts, unique Icelandic legends, and a dose of fun (plus maybe a few goosebumps).