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Private Folklore Walking Tour - Meet the Elves, Trolls & Ghosts of Iceland

Activity Duration (1 to 4 hours)
Light
Hosted in English
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Private Folklore Walking Tour - Meet the Elves, Trolls & Ghosts of Iceland
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Overview

About

Join our private folklore walking tour and discover the enchanting world of Icelandic elves, trolls, and ghosts.

What you'll do

Take a private walking tour of Reykjavik and delve into Iceland's rich folklore and storytelling heritage. Stroll around the city between culture-rich sites, including an elf stone and Reykjavik's oldest graveyard. As you explore, your guide will reveal the stories of the sagas, the hidden people, elves, and trolls.

Meeting and pickup

Multiple pickup locations offered.
Additional pickup options
  • Pickup detailsWe offer pickup from the hotels/accommodations within the specified radius. If you are staying outside of the downtown area we kindly ask you to meet us Outside Hlöllabátar, facing Ingólfstorg Square and the two tall stone pillars. CenterHotel Plaza is to your right. Benches, tables, and a covered ceiling make it a comfortable spot to wait. We recommend using Google Maps! Your guide will be wearing a light blue jacket that´s easily recognizable. If you have any questions please feel free to reach out!
  • Hotel pickup offeredDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.
  • Additional pickup optionsDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included pickup points.Hlöllabátar, Ingólfstorgi 1, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland
End: This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What is included?

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation

What is not included?

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Meet your host

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Tanjong Premier Cruise
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Host since 2025

Itinerary

Reykjavik Walking Tours Itinerary (2026 Guide) – What You'll See & Do

Explore the full itinerary for Private Folklore Walking Tour - Meet the Elves, Trolls & Ghosts of Iceland in Reykjavik, Iceland. This walking tours experience includes 7 stops over 1 day. Duration: 1 hours. Activity level: Light.

No meal included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.

Here is the starting point

Ingólfstorg
1

Ingólfstorg

Stop: 5 minutes ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.
2

The Settlement Exhibition

Stop: 7 minutes ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.
The Settlement Exhibition

Our next stop is the oldest graveyard in Reykjavik which is in front of the Settlement Museum. There we learn how to summon a Zombie or ghost to do your bidding

3

The Settlement Exhibition

Stop: 7 minutes ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.
The Settlement Exhibition

Our 3d stop is a secret Elf-stone or Elf home close to the Settlement museum. There we visit the Elves of Iceland and some of their stories

4

Cathedral of Christ the King

Stop: 7 minutes ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.
5

Cemetery Holavallagardur

Stop: 20 minutes ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.
Cemetery Holavallagardur

This Cemetary is beautiful and haunting so a perfect setting for tales of ghosts and the undead.

6

Lake Tjornin

Stop: 10 minutes ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.
Lake Tjornin

The pond or lake of Reykjavik is beautiful to visit. There is the possibility of aquatic monsters or other mythical beings visiting.

7

Parliament House (Althingishus)

Stop: 10 minutes ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.
Parliament House (Althingishus)

Our Final stop is in front of the Parliament building of Iceland and there we discuss the Guardian Spirits of Iceland and maybe we teach you some Icelandic Magic

This concludes the tour.

You’re free to explore at your own pace from here.
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