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1 hour 30 minutes
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Get a deep insight into Iceland's holiday traditions and folklore from a local. We will introduce you to some of the country's dark and twisted stories related to Christmas.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Your will meet your guide in front of the church. You will also go inside and marvel at the spectacular architecture.
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Experienced guide
10 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
TraceyE445,,Jan 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
This was one of the most fun things we did in Reykjavik, and that's saying something because everything we did in Reykjavik was fantastic. We did the tour the same day after arriving at 6am off an overnight flight from Toronto with our 10-year old son. I think the true sign of a fantastic storyteller is when they can keep a 10-year old who's had a total of 2 hours sleep in the last 24 hours happy and entertained. Lalli achieved this and our son still talks about the tour several weeks later. Hope to see you again Lalli!
Meander36766339432,,Dec 24, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
Our guide, Lalli, provided an informative and entertaining overview of Icelandic Christmas traditions AND shared the fascinating mythology of Yule Lads, Grýla, Yule Cat, and much more! This was our third Funky Iceland tour and every experience has been fantastic. Make sure to experience this for yourself! 🎄🇮🇸🎅🏽




Denise D,,Jan 16, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
Lella was so nice, and we learned a lot about the history and traditions of Iceland on an enjoyable walk around Reykjavik. Thank you, Lella! Gleðilegt nýtt ár!
Emma C,,Dec 23, 2022
- Review from Viator
Lalli was a great tour guide made it really funny and interesting, loved it! Would definitely recommend x
Glennie S,,Dec 27, 2021
- Review from Tripadvisor
I had an incredible amount of fun with Lalli. Thank you for the history lesson, especially about the Icelandic language. As a professor of English and World Literature, I find this kind of knowledge fascinating. I can't thank Lalli enough. When I return, I will search out this tour service for further enjoyment of Rekyavik and Iceland. Again, thank you, -- Glennie Sewell; Montpelier, Vermont, U.S.
DayTrip46355970494,,Nov 13, 2021
- Review from Tripadvisor
Lalli was fantastic! The weather didn’t cooperate, but he showed us around and was very knowledgeable and provided context for the history and stories. His excitement for the subject was obvious, and made it easy to ask questions and get involved. I would highly suggest taking a tour with him and we plan to take the funky history of Iceland tour with him in the future!
iamorla,,Dec 20, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
Do not miss out on a Funky Iceland tour. This tour was one of the highlights of our visit to Iceland. Lalli our tour guide really loves and cares about his tours. He was such a friendly, funny and personable person. This made a massive difference from other mundane tours offered by other companies. He tells you about his own childhood and life in Iceland too. He mixes a personal touch to his story telling. We had a wonderful time. He is also very funny. The tour was over an hour and a half and flew by because we had so much fun. After the tour he gave us advice about the area we were in and how to get around. Thank you Lalli for such a fantastic time. I bought a troll doll after the tour and named it Lalli, I'm sure he'd appreciate that lol. Can't wait to return and have another tour with him.




rebeccahM3603RW,,Dec 10, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
Lalli gave our group an amazing tour of Reykjavik, showing us some of the city highlights, while also sharing the often downright creepy Christmas traditions in Iceland. It was fascinating to hear about the old tales, and helped me understand some of the decorations I later saw in the city, including the giant Christmas Cat. Highly recommend this tour!

Joandgraham,,Dec 8, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
Thoroughly enjoyed our Christmas tour with Lalli. A genuine, warm personality on a bitterly cold day! We really enjoyed his story telling and his love of his country was clear. Great Christmas spirit and we all thought it was great value. Learnt lots about local traditions and folklore. Hoping he gets his minibus tours up and running by the time we come back!!!
oconnor83,,Dec 2, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
My friend and I thoroughly enjoyed the tour. Thank you to Lalli for showing us around Reykjavík and for some interesting facts about the city. I would certainly recommend the tour.
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