Reykjavik Shopping – Shops, Stores, Best Buys & Inside Tips

Reykjavik Shopping

Reykjavik is the world-famous capital of Iceland. Although the island is more known for its volcanoes and cold weather, Reykjavik is also home to excellent shopping

Reykjavik Shops

When you travel to this scenic island, the first place you should visit is Kringlan Shopping Mall. Iceland’s largest shopping mall is home to 150 shops, several restaurants, banks, and a cinema. Many of the shops feature recognizable international chains and there are also more expensive local department stores. The operating hours vary from day-to-day, so be aware of what time the mall closes.

If you are looking for something more specific to Reykjavik, you should visit the Listvinahus store. The oldest workshop in Iceland makes Viking masks and ceramics. The family business lets you watch how they make their products, which is a great bonus for tourists.

Reykjavik Best Buys

Iceland is considered an expensive country, so look for reasonably-priced grocery items at Bonus Supermarkets. There are quite a few markets scattered around Reykjavik.

If you’re not used to the cold, you might need to buy some extra warm weather clothes while in Reykjavik. The best places to buy sweaters or jackets are at secondhand shops. The Red Cross Shop has a large selection of woolen sweaters and coats, but the prices can be a bit high.

Inside Tips on Shopping in Reykjavik

Since you are so close to the North Pole, you can find a really interesting Christmas Shop in Reykjavik. You will want to take your family to this location to look at the shop and leave Santa a letter. No matter the time of the year, you can leave Santa a letter and you will receive a letter back by Christmastime. This is a real treat for children to cap off your visit to Reykjavik.

Editor’s Note: The information contained on this page was compiled using real traveler reviews about shopping in Reykjavik.