Boat Trip to Viðey Island with Guided Tour of Imagine Peace Tower & Hot Chocolate

About the Activity

What to Expect

Enjoy a serene evening on Viðey Island, just minutes from Reykjavík by boat, celebrating Yoko Ono and John Lennon’s enduring campaign for world peace through a blend of history, art, and nature. Your journey begins with a leisurely stroll to the Imagine Peace Tower, a stunning light installation by Yoko Ono dedicated to John Lennon. As you walk, your guide will enrich the experience with tales of the island's rich trading history, ancient buildings, and captivating artworks, all while you soak in the island's tranquil atmosphere. If you are fortunate, you may even witness the magical northern lights dancing across the sky.

The next stop on your adventure is the historic Viðey Church and Viðey House, two of Iceland's oldest stone buildings. Here, you can warm up with a comforting hot chocolate and enjoy a traditional Icelandic kleina. Inside Viðey House, you will have the opportunity to participate in a special moment by writing your wish to hang on Yoko Ono's Wish Tree, a living monument to dreams displayed worldwide.

Finish your tour with a walk to the lookout on Sjónarhóll hill, where you will be rewarded with stunning views of Reykjavík's skyline and the glowing Imagine Peace Tower. This unforgettable experience beautifully blends Iceland's natural beauty with its rich cultural and artistic heritage, leaving you with a deeper appreciation for the harmony of art, history, and nature.

Highlights

• Guided tour with knowledgeable captain

• Explore Viðey Island’s rich history, art, and nature, including Yoko Ono’s Imagine Peace Tower, a tribute to John Lennon and their vision for world peace

• Visit historic landmarks like Viðey Church and Viðey House, enjoy a hot chocolate with a traditional "kleina," and add your wish to the global Wish Tree

• Take in breathtaking views of Reykjavík’s skyline and, if lucky, catch the northern lights for a magical end to your tour

How to Get There

We meet at our ticket office in the Reykjavik Harbour, 15 minutes before departure.

Characteristics of The Boat

• Motorboat

• Number of passengers: 170

• Bar

• Restrooms

• Wi-Fi

Included Services

• Hot chocolate & Icelandic twisted donut

Not Included

• Pick up (45 minutes before departure, on request)

Bring Along

• Booking confirmation

• Sturdy footwear, thermal garments, as well as a hat and gloves. We will provide flashlights and crampons if needed.

Good to Know

• Not suitable for toddlers, pregnant women and the elderly

• Not recommended for people who suffer from any back problems, or had any back operations

• Not recommended for people with reduced mobility

• Accessible to foldable strollers

• Not accessible to wheelchairs

• Only service dogs are allowed