Private Reykjavik Christmas Walking Tour
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Availability
All Year
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DURATION
2 Hours
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Difficulty
Easy
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Pickup
No
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Minimum Age
None
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Price
ISK 39.900
Tour Highlights:
- Fógetagarðurinn
- Christmas market
- Hallgrímskirkja Church
- Christmas Tree
- Laugavegur main shopping street
- Skólavörðustígur Rainbow Street
- Christmas stores
Included:
- A guided walk with an experienced and fun-loving guide
- Discounts at a couple of Christmas stores, stalls, and even restaurants
- Hot cocoa and a pastry
Private Reykjavik Christmas Walking Tour
Experience the magic of Icelandic Christmas traditions on a family-friendly Christmas walking tour in Reykjavik. This festive tour brings local folklore, holiday stories, and seasonal flavors to life as we explore the charming streets of Iceland’s capital during the holiday season. Along the way, you’ll discover the unique customs that make Christmas in Iceland so special, and maybe even taste some traditional treats.
Highlights of the Reykjavik Christmas Walking Tour
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Ingólfur Square – Admire the sparkling ice skating rink, festive holiday decorations, and cozy Christmas market stalls.
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Austurvöllur Square – See the famous Oslo Christmas Tree, a cherished gift from Norway, and enjoy the festive atmosphere.
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Icelandic Yule Lads – Hunt for Reykjavik’s quirky Yule Lads (Iceland’s version of Santa Claus) hiding around the city center.
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Bookstore Stop – Step inside a local bookstore to learn about Iceland’s unique “Christmas Book Flood” tradition, when books are exchanged as gifts on Christmas Eve.
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Laugavegur Shopping Street – Visit Reykjavik’s only dedicated Christmas shop and browse festive treasures, ornaments, and gifts.
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Skólavörðustígur & Hallgrímskirkja Church – Walk the beautifully decorated Skólavörðustígur street leading up to the iconic Hallgrímskirkja church, stopping at handpicked stores for holiday surprises.
Throughout the tour, you’ll also enjoy exclusive discounts at select Christmas shops, stalls, and restaurants, making this experience even more rewarding.
Why Join This Reykjavik Christmas Tour?
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Perfect for families, couples, and groups.
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A mix of history, folklore, and holiday fun.
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Learn about Icelandic Christmas traditions in an engaging way.
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Enjoy the festive spirit of Reykjavik during the holiday season.
Meeting Point
Your guide will meet you at Fógetagarðurinn, located in downtown Reykjavik, to begin this magical Christmas walking adventure.
Frequently Asked Questions
Reservations can be canceled 24 hours prior to departure without penalty. Cancellations received less than 24 hours prior to departure are non-refundable.
Cancellations must be submitted in writing to info@iat.is.
Please be mindful of possible time zone differences. Iceland is in the GMT time zone and cancellations must be submitted at least 24 hours before departure in Icelandic local time (GMT).
If you do need to cancel your tour, we recommend that you contact us as soon as possible.
The tour includes a guided walk through downtown Reykjavik, stops at festive landmarks such as Ingólfur Square, Austurvöllur, Laugavegur, and Hallgrímskirkja church, as well as a visit to a bookstore and the city’s only Christmas shop. You’ll also receive exclusive discounts at selected Christmas stores, stalls, and restaurants.
The tour includes a guided walk through downtown Reykjavik, stops at festive landmarks such as Ingólfur Square, Austurvöllur, Laugavegur, and Hallgrímskirkja church, as well as a visit to a bookstore and the city’s only Christmas shop. You’ll also receive exclusive discounts at selected Christmas stores, stalls, and restaurants.
Our meeting point is Fógetagarðurinn for this Christmas Walking Tour through downtown Reykjavik.
