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Laugavegur (Main Shopping Street)
Best time to visit
Weekday mornings are best to avoid crowds and catch shops before they get busy. Evening hours in summer offer long daylight and lively outdoor seating.
Budget tips
No entry fees, most shops accept cards; non-EEA visitors can use the VAT refund scheme at participating stores. Watch for end-of-season sales in January and July and compare shops down the street before buying souvenirs.
Recommended for
Design and craft shoppers, Café lovers, Photography enthusiasts, Urban walkers
Plan your visit
1-2 hours
About
Γρήγορα στοιχεία: Bright shopfronts and neon café signs lead you along a lane where locals shop, sip coffee, and argue about football. You can spot over 200 independent boutiques, galleries, and bars within a few blocks, so every stroll feels like a new discovery.
Κύρια σημεία: A bakery fills the air with warm cinnamon and cardamom, pulling in anyone within three blocks with its irresistible scent. Groups of 10 to 30 friends gather for a rúntur, hopping from tiny vinyl shops to neon-lit bars, so you might end a walk dancing beside someone in a thick wool sweater.
Insider tips
- Dress in layers and wear waterproof shoes, wind can pick up on the street.
- Start at the quieter end of Laugavegur and walk toward the center to avoid the busiest crowds.
- Skip the first-row tourist souvenir chains and explore side streets for local designers and independent boutiques.
- Use the colorful facades and narrow alleys for photos, and grab a coffee at a smaller café to people-watch.
Κάντε κλικ για να κλείσετε μια ΔΩΡΕΑΝ περιήγηση με τα πόδια στο Reykjavík, Iceland
Ο καλύτερος τρόπος να ζήσετε μια πόλη με τοπικό ξεναγό.
Tip: We strongly recommend a free walking tour on your first day to get to know the city with a local guide. They usually cover all main attractions and you can ask for personal recommendations based on your interests for the next days. Book early as spaces fill up fast!
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