It’s Your Friend in Reykjavik’s 10th anniversary! Over the past decade, we haven’t just been guiding visitors through Reykjavik—we’ve also been sharing Iceland’s rich culture through our social media platforms, filled with livestreams, fascinating interviews, and deep dives into Icelandic traditions. To mark this special occasion, we’re listing our ten most popular videos. What is your favourite live stream?
To celebrate it, we’re offering a special 10% off any tour on our site! Just use the code TENFORTEN when booking from now until 4 October. 🎉
Christmas in Iceland – Live Stream
When COVID-19 confined us to our homes, Valur decided to live stream Your Friend in Reykjavik’s Christmas Tour. First streamed in December 2020, this video remains our most-watched stream and video to date. Since then, he’s made it an annual tradition and will do it again this December!
Traditional Icelandic Fish Ball Recipe
Interest has not only been generated by walking tours—the recipe video for traditional Icelandic fish balls is also one of our most popular videos. If you’re interested in Icelandic food, we have many more recipes on our blog.
Reykjavik Zoo & Family Park – Live Stream Walking Tour
Did you know that Iceland doesn’t have a regular zoo? The Reykjavik Zoo focuses on Icelandic domestic animals and our rare wild animals, such as minks, foxes and reindeer. A few years back, a new section of “exotic animals” was added, which includes reptiles, turtles, insects, and amphibians. The video above is a short highlights video of the actual live stream.
Snúður – Icelandic Cinnamon Rolls
You really like our recipe videos; this one on Icelandic Cinnamon Rolls was no different! Check out the cinnamon roll recipe here.
The Volcano in Reykjanes Peninsula – Live stream
Iceland is, of course, known to be the land of fire and ice. In the past few years, the Reykjanes Peninsula has definitely been showing the fire side of the country, with 9 eruptions so far. Not all of them have been safe to visit, but the first few definitely were. Valur went to the Fagradalsfjall’s eruption and did a live stream.
We understand that people are interested in eruptions, so we made a blog which shows how you can enjoy volcanic eruptions safely.
Christmas Walking Tour 2023
The Christmas Walking Tour is always a favourite, and here’s last year’s live stream! (The stream switches to portrait mode a few minutes in.) It’s fascinating to see how things change from year to year—the weather, the people, and the places we visit!
The Icelandic Elf School
Did you know there’s an Icelandic Elf school? There, you can get an introduction to Iceland’s elves and hidden people. The Elfschool is open all year round in Reykjavik. The school is 33 years old this year. What students in the Elfschool gain and learn is everything that is known about elves and hidden people, as well as gnomes, dwarfs, fairies, trolls, mountain spirits as well as other nature spirits and mythical beings in Iceland and in different countries. And also where these creatures live, what they look like, their ideas about humans, as well as all the other nature spirits that seem to live around us here in different dimensions – as the elves themselves claim that they live in. Valur met with the headmaster, Magnús Skarphéðinsson, and discussed the school and the Paranormal Foundation of Iceland.
Inside Hallgrímskirkja Church
Hallgrímskirkja is Reykjavik’s iconic landmark, named after poet Hallgrímur Pétursson. Designed by Guðjón Samúelsson in 1937, its unique look was inspired by Iceland’s basalt columns. Construction took over 40 years, finishing in 1986, and the tower stands 74.5 meters tall, offering panoramic views of the city.
Inside, the church houses a massive pipe organ with over 5,000 pipes, renowned for its acoustics. While it serves as a Lutheran church, it’s a major tourist attraction, blending faith and Iceland’s natural beauty in its striking design.
Winter Lights Festival in Reykjavik Live Stream
The Winter Lights Festival in Reykjavík, held every February, celebrates the return of daylight with stunning light displays, cultural events, and outdoor activities. Landmarks are illuminated, museums stay open late with special exhibitions, and geothermal pools host unique events. It’s a vibrant celebration of art, culture, and community, bringing warmth and joy to the winter season.
Kolaportið – Reykjavik Flea Market Live Stream
Kolaportið is Reykjavik’s largest flea market, located near the Old Harbour. Open on weekends, it’s a bustling marketplace where locals and tourists alike can find a variety of goods, including vintage clothes, books, antiques, and Icelandic memorabilia. It’s also known for its food section, offering traditional Icelandic foods like fermented shark (hákarl), dried fish, and fresh seafood.
Kolaportið is a great spot for those looking to experience Icelandic culture in a casual, lively atmosphere. The market’s unique mix of items and local charm makes it a must-visit for anyone exploring Reykjavik.
