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

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Our fun loving guide will liven up your day and also join for pictures afterwards! — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Elf Stones - And why you shouldn´t mess with them, one of many little fun lectures you will receive on our Private Folklore Tour — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

MEET THE ELVES, TROLLS & GHOSTS OF ICELAND

Iceland is sometimes called the land of the Sagas and on this mythical walk, you get the chance to hear many interesting sagas involving the hidden people and creatures of Iceland

The Elves & Trolls of Iceland

We will tell you all about the Elves and Trolls of Iceland, Ghosts like the Deacon of the dark river, the unique mostly aquatic monsters, the 13 Santa’s (it’s not enough to have just one Santa Claus in Iceland after all ;)), their mother the child eating troll called Grýla and finally the only known serial killer of Iceland in a land where it’s easy to get lost in the lava fields.

Storytelling is a skill

In the long winter nights in Iceland storytelling has been the primary entertainment for people so there are reasons why Icelanders love books and have the highest literacy rate in the world.

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At a glance

Duration: 1 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English, French, Spanish
Operated by: Your Friend In Reykjavik

Ages: Infants (0–6 years) · Children (7–15 years) · Adults (16–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Guide

Itinerary

Stop 1

5 min

We meet up by the artwork of the two stone pillars that are supposed to signify how Reykjavik was discovered and settled by the first Viking.
The Settlement Exhibition

7 min

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
The Settlement Exhibition

7 min

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
Stop 4

7 min

Next stop is the Cathedral of Catholicism in Reykjavik where we talk a little about religion in Iceland and the influence of that on our mythical beings. The Trolls of Iceland did not like the church very much.
Cemetery Holavallagardur

20 min

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

10 min

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

Passing by

We pass by the Reykjavik City Hall on our way back and sometimes we peek inside if there is something interesting going on.
Parliament House (Althingishus)

10 min

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

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

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.

Our expert local guides usually wear a light blue jacket with Your Friend in Reykjavik on the back

End point

Pickup points

Center Hotels Skjaldbreid
Local 101
Radisson Blu 1919 Hotel, Reykjavik
Hotel Von
Hotel Hilda
Hotel Reykjavik Saga
Thingholt By Center Hotels
Black Pearl Luxury Apartments
City Center Hotel
Canopy by Hilton Reykjavik City Centre
Apotek Hotel by Keahotels
Reykjavik Marina Residence

and 23 more pickup points

We 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!