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Private Reykjavik Shopping & Sightseeing Walking Tour
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Private Reykjavik Shopping & Sightseeing Walking Tour

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oin us for a private city and shopping tour around the Reykjavik city center — a bespoke walk that combines an introduction to Icelandic culture with guided access to the best independent stores in the city.

Tour type
Day Tour / Activity
Duration
3 hours
Difficulty
Easy
Pickup service
Yes
Booking in advance
2 days
Availability
September
Minimum age
No age limit
Guide
Live guide

The experience

About this tour

Join us for a private city and shopping tour around the Reykjavik city center — a bespoke walk that combines an introduction to Icelandic culture with guided access to the best independent stores in the city.

The route follows the classic Reykjavik circuit: up Laugavegur, the city's main shopping street, all the way to Hallgrímskirkja church, then back down Skólavörðustígur. Your guide knows every side street and hidden storefront along the way. Along the route, there's an optional stop at Iðnó for a brennivín schnapps if you're interested.

The focus throughout is on shops that make their own products or stock locally sourced goods. Your guide tailors the stops to what you're looking for — woolens, handmade jewelry, art, souvenirs, food, or a mix of everything. Several of our partner stores offer exclusive discounts to tour guests, including Rammagerðin (15% off), Brauð & Co bakery (15% off), FRÍÐA Skart jewelry (10% off silver, 5% off gold), and Handprjónasambandið, where a sweater purchase comes with a free pair of hand-knitted wool socks.

Other stops along the route depending on your interests: 66°North, Icewear, Kirsuberjatréð, Hjarta Reykjavíkur, SvartbySvart, Thorvaldsenfélagið (Reykjavik's oldest shop, run by a local charity), Valdís ice cream, Taste of Iceland, Reykjavik Roasters, 12 Tónar records and books, Fischer soap, EYEMAZY prints, and Kolaportið flea market.

Sweet treats and a drink with your guide are included. Your pace, your interests, three hours.

  • Private Activity

What the price covers

Included
Expert Local GuideIcelandic Candy And Sweet Treats
A Glass Of Wine, Beer, Schnapps, Or Great CoffeePartner Store Discounts
Not included
Personal PurchasesGratuities
Ticket types
  • Adults (16 - 99)
  • Youth (6 - 15)
  • Children Free (0 - 5)

Where it starts

  • We meet up outside Hlöllabátar, facing Ingólfstorg Square and the two tall stone pillars.

    Ingólfstorg 1, 101 Reykjavik, Reykjavíkurborg, IS

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Meeting
Meet on location or pick up
Pickup
Yes
Location code
Reykjavík (, IS)

Good to know

  • Flexible Start Time — You Set The Pace Within The 3-hour Window. Confirm Your Preferred Start Time At Booking
  • Guide Tailors The Walk To Your Interests — Specify At Booking: History, Gifts, Woolens, Jewelry, Art, Food, Or A Mix
  • Suitable For All Fitness Levels. Flat City-center Route
  • Wheelchair And Stroller Accessible

Your ticket

We offer pickup from the hotels/accommodations within the specified radius.

If you are staying outside of the downtown area we kindly ask you to meet us outside Hlöllabátar, facing Ingólfstorg Square and the two tall stone pillars. CenterHotel Plaza is to your right. Benches, tables, and a covered ceiling make it a comfortable spot to wait.

Our expert local guides usually wear a light blue jacket with Your Friend in Reykjavik on the back

The meeting point on google maps:

https://maps.app.goo.gl/tFedGCGBFQtWt3PJ8 

Type
Day Tour / Activity
Season
September
Requests confirmed within
2 days
Live guide
English, German, Italian, French, Spanish
Details updated
2 Sep 2026