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Icelandic New Year's Eve Walking Tour

Hallarmúli, 108 Reykjavík, Iceland

Icelandic New Year's Eve Walking Tour

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Duration 3 hours

Duration supplied by the experience provider.

Language

English

Group size

1–50 travelers

Full description

Celebrate the arrival of the new year in Reykjavik with folklore, fireworks, and a sprinkle of Icelandic magic!

Join us at 10:00 PM on December 31st for an enchanting night tour through Reykjavik. Led by an expert Icelandic storyteller, this tour will immerse you in the traditions, tales, and energy that make Icelandic New Year’s Eve truly unforgettable. As we walk, your guide will share captivating stories of Icelandic folklore—like hidden elves and mystical spirits said to roam freely on this magical night.

To add to the fun, guests will receive their sparklers to light up the night! We’ll stop for a New Year’s toast with a traditional Icelandic drink, raising a glass to the coming of the new year before continuing our journey to a perfect viewing spot for Reykjavik’s legendary midnight fireworks.

Highlights:

  • Stroll Reykjavik’s wintery streets with a local guide, diving into Icelandic folklore
  • Celebrate with a sparkler for each guest, adding a personal sparkle to the festivities.
  • Hear stories of Iceland’s mystical New Year's traditions, from elves to spirits.
  • Enjoy a stop with a traditional Icelandic drink to toast the New Year together.
  • Witness Reykjavik’s iconic fireworks at midnight, celebrating the new year with the locals
  • Wrap up around 1:00 am, with memories of a magical Icelandic New Year's Eve.

Join us and light up your New Year’s Eve in Iceland!

Itinerary

We meet up 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. The meeting point on google maps:

The Iceskating rink and Christmas Markets at Ingólfur Square

Talking about Christmas Beers

The Oslo Christmas Tree

The Christmas Cat

The Little Christmas Store

The Icelandic Christmas music

Hallgrímskirkja Church. We end up by the beautiful Hallgrímskirkja Church

What’s included

Included

  • We provide A drink, Beer, Coffee, Tea, Soda, and some Icelandic pastry on our Icelandic New Year's Eve Walking Tour
  • We provide Sprinklers for all on this tour

Important information

Meeting point

Hallarmúli, 108 Reykjavík, Iceland

Don’t forget

The Minimum Age for this experience is 7 years old Please wear layers of clothing as it will be a bit chilly It could be good to have spikes for shoes, depending on the weather

Cancellation policy

100% charge if cancelled within 24 hours of start.

Your host

VE

Verified Local Host

With GetExperience since 2026

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