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Board a short evening boat from Reykjavík to Viðey island and stand beneath Yoko Ono’s Imagine Peace Tower—a geothermal-powered column of light and a quiet, guided reflection on peace. This 90-minute excursion pairs a calm sea crossing with a short walk to the viewing platform and a hot drink before return.
Board a short evening boat from Reykjavík to Viðey island and stand beneath Yoko Ono’s Imagine Peace Tower—a geothermal-powered column of light and a quiet, guided reflection on peace. This 90-minute excursion pairs a calm sea crossing with a short walk to the viewing platform and a hot drink before return.
The boat slips away from Reykjavík’s Old Harbour and the city lights thin to a low murmur as the sea presses cool air against your face. On a short crossing you can already see the pale pinprick of the Imagine Peace Tower—an upright shaft of light that pushes into the Icelandic night—waiting on Viðey island. The walk from the landing is quiet, the path firm yet unpaved, and the tower’s glow feels deliberate, like a conversation between art and sky.
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Operated by Elding Whale Watching · Reykjavík, Capital Region
The boat slips away from Reykjavík’s Old Harbour and the city lights thin to a low murmur as the sea presses cool air against your face. On a short crossing you can already see the pale pinprick of the Imagine Peace Tower—an upright shaft of light that pushes into the Icelandic night—waiting on Viðey island. The walk from the landing is quiet, the path firm yet unpaved, and the tower’s glow feels deliberate, like a conversation between art and sky.
The installation was conceived by Yoko Ono as a tribute to John Lennon; the column of light is powered in part by geothermal energy and shines during memorial dates and special events. Geologically, Viðey is an uplifted lava plain fringed with grassy ridges and basalt outcrops; culturally the island blends Reykjavík’s civic history (early settlement graves and an 18th-century house) with contemporary public art. Guides share the story of the tower, Ono’s words, and the island’s place in Reykjavik’s maritime life.
Practically: this is a short, low-impact evening excursion—roughly 90 minutes including a 10–15 minute boat ride each way and a guided walk to the viewing platform. Dress in windproof layers, wear sturdy shoes (crampons are provided if surfaces are icy), and arrive at the Elding ticket office 15 minutes early. Expect brief stops for explanation and views; hot drinks are served before the return. For anyone wanting a compact, contemplative experience of art, sea and sky, this tour pairs an effortless walk with a memorable installation.
The crossing is short—typically 10–15 minutes each way depending on sea state and tides.
The tower is primarily lit on memorial dates and special occasions; tour dates correspond to scheduled lightings, so check the operator’s calendar.
Yes—guides carry crampons and will advise their use if surfaces on Viðey are slippery or icy.
The route includes an unpaved road and a steep climb to the platform; it’s not recommended for those with limited mobility, though infants may use strollers on flatter sections.
Elding Whale Watching operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
The boat slips away from Reykjavík’s Old Harbour and the city lights thin to a low murmur as the sea presses cool air against your face. On a short crossing you can already see the pale pinprick of the Imagine Peace Tower—an upright shaft of light that pushes into the Icelandic night—waiting on Viðey island. The walk from the landing is quiet, the path firm yet unpaved, and the tower’s glow feels deliberate, like a conversation between art and sky.
The boat slips away from Reykjavík’s Old Harbour and the city lights thin to a low murmur as the sea presses cool air against your face. On a short crossing you can already see the pale pinprick of the Imagine Peace Tower—an upright shaft of light that pushes into the Icelandic night—waiting on Viðey island. The walk from the landing is quiet, the path firm yet unpaved, and the tower’s glow feels deliberate, like a conversation between art and sky.
The installation was conceived by Yoko Ono as a tribute to John Lennon; the column of light is powered in part by geothermal energy and shines during memorial dates and special events. Geologically, Viðey is an uplifted lava plain fringed with grassy ridges and basalt outcrops; culturally the island blends Reykjavík’s civic history (early settlement graves and an 18th-century house) with contemporary public art. Guides share the story of the tower, Ono’s words, and the island’s place in Reykjavik’s maritime life.
Practically: this is a short, low-impact evening excursion—roughly 90 minutes including a 10–15 minute boat ride each way and a guided walk to the viewing platform. Dress in windproof layers, wear sturdy shoes (crampons are provided if surfaces are icy), and arrive at the Elding ticket office 15 minutes early. Expect brief stops for explanation and views; hot drinks are served before the return. For anyone wanting a compact, contemplative experience of art, sea and sky, this tour pairs an effortless walk with a memorable installation.