Reykjavik Peace Tower Tour

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from US$ 132.67 /Person

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Activity Schedule

When does it run?
10 Oct - 8 Dec (on Friday & Sunday)
Duration
Approx. 2 hours
Start time
10 Oct - 8 Dec (on Fri+Sun): 8pm
21, 22, 27, 28 & 30 Dec: 6pm
31 Dec: 4pm
18 Feb: 8pm
20-26 Mar: 9pm
Meeting Point
Make your way to Reykjavík's Old Harbour at Ægisgarður 5, 101 Reykjavík
Ending Point
Same as starting point

Key Highlights

Visit the iconic Imagine Peace Tower, Viðey Island with this ticket
Explore the island's stunning natural beauty with a guided tour
Learn about the monument's significance from your knowledgeable guide
Witness the tower's beam of light, a striking symbol that shines high into the night sky
Enjoy a serene ferry ride to and from Viðey Island, adding to the tranquility of the experience
Experience the magic of this art installation, illuminated annually on John Lennon's birthday

Overview

The Imagine Peace Tower is an outdoor work of art on the Island of Viðey, conceived by Yoko Ono in memory of John Lennon. The piece consists of a white stone monument, with the words ‘Imagine Peace’ carved into it in 24 languages, and a tall tower of light that on a clear night reaches an altitude of 4000 metres. The tower was named after Lennon’s famous peace anthem, Imagine. Buried underneath the tower are over half a million written wishes gathered by Ono.

The tower is lit every year from 9th October, Lennon’s birthday, through to 8th December, the date he was shot. Additionally, the tower is lit during a limited number of dates such as spring equinox. Iceland was selected for the project because of its unmatched beauty and use of eco-friendly energy.

Seeing the tower lit up, with a pillar of light slicing through the dark sky, is an evocative experience.

Board the ferry to the beautiful Island of Videy, where the Imagine Peace Tower is located. The island features some of the most wonderful landscapes in the area, with unspoilt nature to feast your eyes on. Your guide will explain the significance of the monument, built as a memorial of John Lennon and his ideals. The group size is kept small which means you’ll get to interact with you guide and have all your questions answered.

After visiting the evocative Peace Tower, you will head back on the ferry to Reykjavik.

Inclusions & Exclusions

Inclusions

Return ferry to Videy
Guided tour of the monument

Please note

Voucher information: You can show your voucher on your smartphone (But if you’d rather print a copy – that’s fine too!)

Please call the activity operator at least 24 hours prior to the start of the tour to reconfirm the departure details.

This a small group tour that requires decent weather and a minimum number of participants in order to operate. In case of a cancellation, you will be notified no later than 4 hrs. prior to departure.

Keep in mind that due to certain terrain challenges, the tour is not advisable for young children or individuals with mobility issues. Please be sure to dress according to weather! We recommend sturdy footwear, thermal garments as well as a hat and gloves.