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Iceland
ORBISREYKJAVÍKIceland · 38 shops in the atlas.
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Iceland
35 public stores
Heritage House · 1
- Penninn Eymundsson Austurstræti, Reykjavík / Online
An Icelandic bookshop, founded 1872 — the national living room where a book-mad nation browses, sips and buys for jólabókaflóð. Every Icelander has stood in these aisles. store page → · open in the atlas →
Hidden Gem · 13
- BIOEFFECT Reykjavík / Online
Icelandic scientists engineered barley to grow epidermal growth factor in a lava-field greenhouse, and BIOEFFECT built a skincare house on it. Clean, strange and very Icelandic — science you can put on your face. store page → · open in the atlas → - Brynju Ís (Brynja) Aðalstræti, Akureyri
Brynju Ís has served Akureyri its old-school Icelandic soft-serve since the 1930s, including the 'bragðarefur' mix-in sundae. It is a genuine local landmark that draws queues in summer. store page → · open in the atlas → - Fotografi Skólavörðustígur 22, 101 Reykjavík / Online
It is best known for Traditional photographic print shop with 200 vintage cameras hanging from walls; works by contemporary photographers looking beyond Iceland's landscapes; vinyl soundtrack heavy on punk and old-school Icelandic crooner Stefán Islandi; tiny red-iron-walled shop. store page → · open in the atlas → - Handknitting Association of Iceland Skólavörðustígur, Reykjavík / Online
The knitters' own co-operative — every lopapeysa here is hand-knitted in Iceland from Icelandic wool by a named member, no factory imitations. The genuine article, bought from the hands that made it. store page → · open in the atlas → - Kirsuberjatréð Vesturgata 4, 101 Reykjavík / Online
It is best known for Eclectic gathering of art-meets-craft homewares, jewellery and curiosities — fish-skin bags, radish paper bowls, chicken-feather music boxes, upcycled rubbish and driftwood, baby clothes in fine wool; run by 11 female artisans with workshop hosting international guest artists and exhibitions. store page → · open in the atlas → - Kormákur & Skjöldur Reykjavík
Reykjavík men's outfitters founded 1996, launching their own label in 2010 with tailored British-inspired tweeds, oil-cloth jackets, and Icelandic design. store page → · open in the atlas → - Mjöll Reykjavík / Online
It is best known for Simple and modern jewelry combining traditional Icelandic metalsmithing techniques with modern trends; versatile and elegant pieces for everyday wear. store page → · open in the atlas → - Omnom Chocolate Reykjavik
Omnom makes bean-to-bar chocolate in Reykjavik, pressing its bars from organic cacao and Icelandic milk. That work has earned the factory awards. store page → · open in the atlas → - PRAKT Jewellery Reykjavík / Online
PRAKT is a Reykjavík goldsmith and silversmith studio run by Sigríður Edda Bergsteinsdóttir and Þorbergur Halldórsson, who design and cast each piece on-site from silver, gold-plated silver and gemstones. Signature lines include the Birki collection, cast from real Icelandic birch branches, and the Hraun collection, modeled on the island's lava rock. store page → · open in the atlas → - Rammagerðin Skólavörðustígur, Reykjavík / Online
Founded in 1940, Rammagerðin gathers Icelandic design into a Reykjavík gift house, including lopapeysur, jewellery, lava ceramics, fish-leather goods and cosmetics from Icelandic makers. Its range spans handmade wool sweaters, ceramics and design from more than 100 Icelandic designers. store page → · open in the atlas → - Reykjavik Roasters Reykjavik
Reykjavik Roasters began in 2008 as Kaffismiðja Íslands before rebranding in 2013, and still roasts each batch with a different profile until the fit is right. Its three cafes pour hand-picked Brazilian lots like Sertao and Da Lagoa. store page → · open in the atlas → - Sjoppan vöruhús (Design Shop) Akureyri town centre
Sjoppan vöruhús is a family-run design shop in Akureyri that has sold through a small hatch since 2014. Its range includes porcelain and gifts, with stationery and books also listed online. The shop is at Kaupvangsstræti 21 in Listagilið, and its website carries changing opening information. store page → · open in the atlas → - Urta Islandica Reykjanesbaer (Keflavik)
This family business, a member of the Reykjanes Geopark, makes herbal teas, herb salts, syrups, jams and chocolate from local Icelandic herbs. Its shop is at Basvegur 10 in Reykjanesbaer. store page → · open in the atlas →
The Register · 21
- 66 North Iceland
Reykjavík’s outerwear institution since 1926 — born clothing Icelandic fishermen and rescue teams, now technical parkas and shells proven against the North Atlantic. store page → · open in the atlas → - Art Gallery 101 Laugavegur, Reykjavík
Art Gallery 101, a cooperative run by 14 local Icelandic artists at Laugavegur 114 in Reykjavík, sells contemporary fine art, jewellery, craft and sculpture in oil, acrylic, photography, mixed media, clay and glass. store page → · open in the atlas → - Bókin Reykjavík / Iceland
In Reykjavík, Bókin is an antiquarian bookshop stocking rare and collectible volumes. store page → · open in the atlas → - Feldur Verkstæði Snorrabraut, Reykjavík
Feldur Verkstæði at Snorrabraut 56 in Reykjavík makes fur and leather goods including outerwear, hats, gloves and leather pants, plus sheepskin home furnishings such as pillows, chairs and rugs, using Icelandic lambskin, Tibetan lambskin and marine leather. store page → · open in the atlas → - Flóra Sigurhæðum Akureyri / Iceland
Flóra is a shop at Sigurhæðir on Eyrarlandsvegur in Akureyri that sells and shows the work of artists. store page → · open in the atlas → - Gallerí List Skipholt, Reykjavík
Gallerí List, Iceland's oldest fine art gallery, founded in 1987 at Skipholt 50A in Reykjavík, sells Icelandic contemporary art including oil paintings, watercolours, drawings, sculptures and ceramics from 60 to 80 artists. store page → · open in the atlas → - Gallerý Grásteinn City Centre, Reykjavík
Gallerý Grásteinn is an artist-run gallery where a collective of visual artists shows and sells its own work. The group's current work includes sculpture, and an exhibition space sits on the upper floor. store page → · open in the atlas → - HAF Store Old Harbour, Reykjavík
HAF Store at Geirsgata 7 in Reykjavík sells home décor including candles, vases, prints and flowers, along with books, skincare, perfume and watches. Its upper floor houses HAF Studio, an interior architecture and design workshop. store page → · open in the atlas → - Hrím Kringlan, Reykjavík
Hrím, at Kringlan in Reykjavík, carries one of the largest selections of Icelandic design in home goods, textiles, gifts and fashion accessories, featuring local labels like Feldur, Farmers Market and Inga Elín alongside international brands like Seletti and Studio Arhoj. store page → · open in the atlas → - Kaolin Ceramic Gallery Skólavörðustígur, Reykjavík
Kaolin is a cooperative ceramic gallery owned by several ceramic artists and designers, each with their own style, making porcelain vases, bowls, lanterns, candleholders and bottle stoppers that ship worldwide. store page → · open in the atlas → - KIDKA Hvammstangi
KIDKA knits Icelandic wool into sweaters, cardigans, ponchos, hats, mittens, socks and blankets at its factory in Hvammstangi, alongside horse rugs and saddle pads. All items are made in Iceland from Icelandic wool. store page → · open in the atlas → - Kiosk Grandi Grandi, Reykjavík
Kiosk Grandi at Grandagarður 35 in Reykjavík stocks a varied selection from Icelandic designers ranging from perfumes to wool sweaters, carrying labels including BAHNS, EYGLO, HLÍN REYKDAL and Andrea Maack. It was named Best Fashion Boutique in 2024 by Reykjavík Grapevine. store page → · open in the atlas → - Kista Design Store Akureyri / Iceland
Kista on Strandgata in Akureyri is a shop for Icelandic design in the north of the country. store page → · open in the atlas → - Kolaportið Flea Market Reykjavik, Iceland
Kolaportid, Reykjavik's weekend public market at Tryggvagata 19, where stalls of collectors, booksellers and food traders run Saturdays and Sundays 11:00-17:00. First-party door live with vendor directory and events. store page → · open in the atlas → - La Boutique Design Old Harbour, Reykjavík
La Boutique Design at Mýrargata 18 in Reykjavík sells more than 1,000 sustainably designed home goods including furniture, lighting and children's products from brands like ZAGO, Opjet Paris, Vincent Sheppard and Moulin Roty, with new pieces added every six weeks. store page → · open in the atlas → - Litla Hönnunar Búðin Strandgata, Hafnarfjörður
Litla Hönnunar Búðin, at Strandgötu 19 in Hafnarfjörður, sells home décor, accessories, beauty products, food and toys from Icelandic designers such as Elvar Gunnarsson, Edda and Andrea Maack alongside international names like Alessi and The Belgian Chocolate Makers. store page → · open in the atlas → - Orr Reykjavík / Iceland
In Reykjavík, Orr offers handmade designer jewellery including rings, necklaces, bracelets and earrings. store page → · open in the atlas → - Saga Store Bankastræti, Reykjavík
Saga Store at Bankastræti 11 in Reykjavík sells Icelandic souvenirs and gifts including handcrafted items, clothing, food and books, and is the official reseller of Kidka Icelandic wool products. Its signature item is the Positive Potatoes, small encouraging souvenirs. store page → · open in the atlas → - Snúran Miðhraun, Garðabær
Snúran, at Miðhraun 24 in Garðabær, sells design-led furniture, tableware, decorative accessories, scented candles and textiles from international brands including Iittala, Blomus and DAY et. store page → · open in the atlas → - The Viking Akureyri Akureyri / Iceland
The Viking is a souvenir shop on Hafnarstræti in Akureyri, in the north of Iceland. store page → · open in the atlas → - Útgerðin Snæfellsnes, Hellissandur
Útgerðin, a lifestyle store and wine bar in Hellissandur, sells Icelandic-designed clothing from brands such as Farmers Market and As We Grow alongside home décor from Normann Copenhagen and House Doctor, jewellery, skincare and gourmet foods. store page → · open in the atlas →