Iceland Reykjavik Folklore Walking Tour: Meet the Elves, Trolls & Ghosts
by Your Friend In Reykjavik
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This 90-minute walking tour in Reykjavik explores Icelandic folklore by visiting sites connected to elves, trolls, ghosts, and other mythical creatures. The tour begins at Ingolfur Square with a brief introduction to Iceland's mythical beings. The group then walks to an elfstone located in the city center, a place believed to be inhabited by elves. Next, the tour visits Iceland’s oldest cemetery, dating back to around 900 AD, where stories about local legends are shared. The walk continues to a site explaining why trolls dislike the Church. Afterwards, the group visits Reykjavik’s second oldest cemetery to hear about the Deacon of Dark River, one of Iceland’s most famous ghosts. Near Reykjavik lake, the guide tells tales of Icelandic monsters. The tour passes Reykjavik City Hall, where participants may view the large map of Iceland to discuss locations of trolls and other creatures. The group then learns about Icelandic guardian spirits. The tour concludes at Austurvollur Square with live storytelling about Icelandic magic, including how to wake the undead, the 13 Yulelads, their mother Grýla, and other folklore figures. The entire tour is outdoors and led by a professional guide, with live entertainment included. Children must be accompanied by an adult. The tour operates in all weather conditions, and participants should dress accordingly. Guests should arrive at Ingolfur Square five minutes before the scheduled start time.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Your Friend In Reykjavik
The tour begins with a meet and greet where the guide introduces the mythical creatures of Iceland.
5 min
Oldest Icelandic Graveyard
The group visits Iceland’s oldest graveyard, established around the year 900.
10 min
Trolls and the Church
The guide explains why Icelandic trolls have an aversion to the Church.
5 min
Second Oldest Cemetery and Deacon of Dark River
This stop is at Reykjavik’s second oldest cemetery where the guide tells the story of the famous ghost called the Deacon of Dark River.
15 min
Reykjavik Lake
The walk continues by the lake where stories about various Icelandic monsters are shared.
10 min
Reykjavik City Hall
The group passes Reykjavik City Hall and may visit the large map of Iceland to discuss troll and mythical creature locations.
10 min
Icelandic Guardian Spirits
At this stop, the guide introduces the concept of Icelandic guardian spirits.
5 min
Austurvollur Square
The tour ends at Austurvollur Square, the final stop of the Icelandic Mythical Walk.
5 min
Meeting point
Outside Hlöllabátar, facing Ingólfstorg Square and the two tall stone pillars. Center Hotel 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
We end up close to our starting point but now infront of the Parliament building at Austurvöllur public square.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Iceland Reykjavik Folklore Walking Tour: Meet the Elves, Trolls & Ghosts
by Your Friend In Reykjavik
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€92Overview
This 90-minute walking tour in Reykjavik explores Icelandic folklore by visiting sites connected to elves, trolls, ghosts, and other mythical creatures. The tour begins at Ingolfur Square with a brief introduction to Iceland's mythical beings. The group then walks to an elfstone located in the city center, a place believed to be inhabited by elves. Next, the tour visits Iceland’s oldest cemetery, dating back to around 900 AD, where stories about local legends are shared. The walk continues to a site explaining why trolls dislike the Church. Afterwards, the group visits Reykjavik’s second oldest cemetery to hear about the Deacon of Dark River, one of Iceland’s most famous ghosts. Near Reykjavik lake, the guide tells tales of Icelandic monsters. The tour passes Reykjavik City Hall, where participants may view the large map of Iceland to discuss locations of trolls and other creatures. The group then learns about Icelandic guardian spirits. The tour concludes at Austurvollur Square with live storytelling about Icelandic magic, including how to wake the undead, the 13 Yulelads, their mother Grýla, and other folklore figures. The entire tour is outdoors and led by a professional guide, with live entertainment included. Children must be accompanied by an adult. The tour operates in all weather conditions, and participants should dress accordingly. Guests should arrive at Ingolfur Square five minutes before the scheduled start time.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Your Friend In Reykjavik
The tour begins with a meet and greet where the guide introduces the mythical creatures of Iceland.
5 min
Oldest Icelandic Graveyard
The group visits Iceland’s oldest graveyard, established around the year 900.
10 min
Trolls and the Church
The guide explains why Icelandic trolls have an aversion to the Church.
5 min
Second Oldest Cemetery and Deacon of Dark River
This stop is at Reykjavik’s second oldest cemetery where the guide tells the story of the famous ghost called the Deacon of Dark River.
15 min
Reykjavik Lake
The walk continues by the lake where stories about various Icelandic monsters are shared.
10 min
Reykjavik City Hall
The group passes Reykjavik City Hall and may visit the large map of Iceland to discuss troll and mythical creature locations.
10 min
Icelandic Guardian Spirits
At this stop, the guide introduces the concept of Icelandic guardian spirits.
5 min
Austurvollur Square
The tour ends at Austurvollur Square, the final stop of the Icelandic Mythical Walk.
5 min
Meeting point
Outside Hlöllabátar, facing Ingólfstorg Square and the two tall stone pillars. Center Hotel 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
We end up close to our starting point but now infront of the Parliament building at Austurvöllur public square.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.