About this experience
Experience the Reykjavik Christmas Food Tour for a festive journey through Iceland's capital, exploring its culinary wonders with local guides.
Wander charming streets, illuminated with lights, sampling traditional Icelandic Christmas dishes like Glazed Ham, pickled herring, smoked lamb, gravlax, and sweet buttery laufabrauð.
Engage in conversations about the cultural significance of each dish amidst the bustling holiday atmosphere.
Discover local markets and eateries frequented by both locals and visitors, immersing yourself in the joyous spirit of Christmas in Reykjavik.
Bundle up and savor the unique flavors of Icelandic holiday cuisine on this enchanting tour.
At a glance
- Duration: 3 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 3 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What is included
- Food tastings in different locations
- Fun loving and expert Guide
Not included
- Tips (Not required in Iceland)
Itinerary and highlights
Your Guide will meet up with you at Ingolfur Square in the center of Reykjavik by the two stone pillars
(They are over 3 meters high).
Our expert local guides usually wear a light blue jacket with our company logo printed on the back.
We recommend using Google Maps!
After introducing ourselves we take a nice stroll through the decorated downtown area and head towards our first stop together.
For our first stop we visit a local favourite and try ourselves on traditional Icelandic "Hangikjöt" as well as some other local treats.
Ready to tantalize those taste buds at Taste of Iceland? Get ready for a flavor rollercoaster!
We're dishing up the best local goodies—think fermented shark (an adventure in itself!), divine skyr, and more top-notch Icelandic treats.
It's like a treasure hunt for your taste buds through quality and tradition.
Brace yourself for a taste sensation that'll have you craving seconds and planning a return trip just for these scrumptious bites!
For our next stop we try ourselves on some traditional Icelandic fish dishes that we serve around Christmas time.
Here you also get a chance to try the famous fermented shark!
Afterwards we visit our charming little Christmas market together and sit down for a cup of coffee while listening to tales about Icelandic Christmas trolls and other myths
Meeting and pickup information
- 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
- 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!
Languages and tickets
- German — Guide
- English — Guide
- French — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Your Friend In Reykjavik
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Questions about this experience
How long is this experience?
What are the pickup arrangements?
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!
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What ticket format is listed?
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