Reykjavik Christmas Walking Tour

2 hours
Commentary: Guide · en
Reykjavík, IS

About this activity

This Christmas, join Your Friend in Reykjavik for a walking tour through the Christmas lit and festive streets of Reykjavik, the capital of Iceland.

Highlights

  • An Elf Stone
  • The Christmas Markets of downtown Reykjavik
  • Austurvöllur Square & Oslo Christmas Tree
  • The ferocious Christmas Cat
  • Little Christmas store
  • Hallgrímskirkja Church

Full description

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. 

Included / Excluded

  • An Expert fun loving local guide
  • Coffee or tea
  • Kleina - traditional Icelandic pastry
  • Christmas gingerbread cookies
  • Tips

Meeting point

Start Location

Center Hotels Plaza, Aðalstræti, Reykjavík, Iceland

Operating hours

December 4, 2021 - January 31, 2046

  • Sunday11:00 AM, 04:00 PM
  • Monday11:00 AM, 04:00 PM
  • Tuesday11:00 AM, 04:00 PM
  • Wednesday11:00 AM, 04:00 PM
  • Thursday11:00 AM, 04:00 PM
  • Friday11:00 AM, 04:00 PM
  • Saturday11:00 AM, 04:00 PM

Important information

Know before you book

  • For all ages but it's a 2 hour walk

Know before you go

  • Just dress according to the weather but please wear layers

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts

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

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Stroller Accessible
  • Easy Public Transport
  • Parking Close By

Reviews

GetYourGuide
GetYourGuide traveler
Jun 2026
3.0

...i did not get water as ordered.the driver was a very good fellow but nt a guide

GetYourGuide
GetYourGuide traveler
Jun 2026
3.0

Guide was very knowledgeable and friendly.

GetYourGuide
Diane
Jun 2026
5.0

Excellent! Our guide was wonderful and kept the pace appropriate for my husband who has mobility issues. Although we didn’t see many cats, we learned a lot of interesting things about the city.