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Private Reykjavik Shopping & Sightseeing Walking Tour

3 hours Reykjavík areaYour Friend in ReykjavikFree cancellation on most tours

Private Reykjavik Shopping & Sightseeing Walking Tour

Private Reykjavik Shopping & Sightseeing Walking Tour is a 3 hours experience run by Your Friend in Reykjavik in Reykjavík area, from 43.090 ISK per person. 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.

43.090 ISKfrom, per person · free cancellation on most tours
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Duration
3 hours
Season
All year
Difficulty
Easy
Pickup
Available
Region
Reykjavík area
Travel by
Walking
Operator
Your Friend in Reykjavik

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.

What’s included

  • Expert local guide
  • Icelandic candy and sweet treats
  • A glass of wine, beer, schnapps, or great coffee
  • Partner store discounts

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

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Where it starts

Meeting point: We meet up outside Hlöllabátar, facing Ingólfstorg Square and the two tall stone pillars., Ingólfstorg 1, Reykjavik

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Frequently
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How long is Private Reykjavik Shopping & Sightseeing Walking Tour?
The tour runs about 3 hours , plus pickup time if you choose hotel pickup.
When does Private Reykjavik Shopping & Sightseeing Walking Tour operate?
It operates all year round, weather permitting.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from 43.090 ISK per person. Live pricing and options are on the booking page — no booking fee, and most tours have free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure.
What is the cancellation policy?
For all bookings of day tours, a minimum of 24 hours' notice prior to your scheduled departure is required in order to receive a full refund. If a cancellation is made with less than 24 hours notice, no refund is given. For all bookings of multi-day and custom private tours, a minimum of 72 hours' notice prior to your scheduled departure is required in order to receive a full refund. If a cancellation is made with less than 72 hours' notice, no refund is given* *Note that in the event the client requests a refund for any reason, Tour Desk reserves the right to charge a 3% administration fee to cover costs incurred. Cancellation and refund requests need to be sent in writing to info@tourdesk.io