Top Things to do in Miðborg
10 Shopping in Miðborg That You Shouldn't Miss
Reykjavik bears the distinction of being the world’s northernmost capital, and for many Icelandic visitors it also serves as a gateway to the rugged adventure options beyond. Recharge after outdoor pursuits in one of the many geothermal springs or luxurious indoor spas. We appreciate Reykjavik’s open-minded and energetic culture that includes a hip and internationally recognized music and arts scene, great food and notoriously "enthusiastic" nightlife.
Restaurants in Reykjavik
1. Metal Design
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 37 reviews
Reviewed By KrisCT2019 - Rocky Hill, United States
On a visit to Iceland in 2018 I stumbled across Metal Design Jewelry store. I could have spend hours browsing the selection. Beautiful, unique pieces at reasonable prices. If you're looking for a special piece of jewelry visit Metal Design and you'll find it.
2. Kogga - Ceramic Studio - Gallery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 19 reviews
In the centre where Reykjavik’s old heart beats there is a charming red house, once called Aberdeen. There, Kogga, one of Iceland’s most renowned ceramic artists, runs her studio and gallery. The artist warmly welcomes visitors to her gallery that displays unique art pieces hand crafted on the spot. Catch a glimpse of the kiln in the back, it ensures visitors to cool Iceland a very warm welcome indeed!
Reviewed By fizzy1991 - Nashville, United States
This is a beautiful shop that has unique designs that truly shows the artists talent and eye for design. Some things were out of my price range but I found a beautiful tiny vase that I just had to take home. Thanks for the friendly service too.
3. JS Watch Company
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 48 reviews
The first and only watch manufacturer in Iceland.
Reviewed By Itacal1001 - Bentonville, United States
Gilbert Gudjonsson is an Icelandic treasure! He is not only an amazing watchmaker, but a great ambassador for Iceland. I found out about JS Watch while I was planning my second trip to Iceland. My wife and I spent four days in Reykjavik at the end of a 10-day tour of Iceland in October 2019. We stopped by Gilbert’s shop every day we were in Reykjavik, to look at his watches, but also to talk to him and hear his stories. There is never any pressure to buy anything. He will gladly pull out any watch for you to try on. On our second trip to his store, we both picked out watches (I chose the 2018 World Cup and my wife chose a 101 Art Deco). We picked them up on our third day in Reykjavik (Gilbert has to change the bands) and on the fourth day, we just stopped by to tell him good-bye and have our picture taken with him. The watches aren’t cheap, but they aren’t crazy expensive, either ... and they are beautiful. Gilbert will happily show you his work area and let you watch him work on a watch, although he’d much rather tell you about Iceland or one of his fishing trips. Bottom line: Gilbert is a class act. He loves watches. He loves Iceland. And he loves entertaining people who drop by his shop.
4. 12 Tonar
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 163 reviews
12 Tonar, established in 1998, is a legendary record store and a label in the heart of Reykjavik. In 2019 we added a bar and a cafe which is very popular with the locals. We regularly host concerts and events in the store or in our beautiful backyard, where the sun always shines. Established in 1998 12 Tonar music store quickly became an important part of the Icelandic music scene. In 2003 we started the label with a special emphasis on young and upcoming musicians. Oscar Winner Hildur Guðnadottir, 2 times Oscar nominated Johann Johannsson and Gramophone Artist of the year, pianist Vikingur Olafsson all took their first steps with us. All the profits we make go directly back into the music creating an organic 12 Tonar dedicated to the local scene.
Reviewed By Thelassie - Hamilton, Canada
Cool, cozy shop who greet you with a friendly hello and a nice cup of espresso. Picked up some cool Iceland bands on vinyl with great recommendations from the owner. If you are a vinyl collector and are in Reykjavik, do not miss this shop.
5. Mengi
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 6 reviews
6. Aurum by Guobjorg Jewellery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 38 reviews
Rated as the 2015 Best Boutique in Reykjavik by Grapevine Magazine, Aurum has been an institution in the heart of Reykjavik since 1999. Named after our award-winning designer Guðbjorg Kristin Ingvarsdottir, Aurum designs are all hand made in-house and are notable for their fine detail and delicate nuances, inspired by Icelandic nature.
Reviewed By DearReader48 - New York City, United States
Unique and beautiful jewelry; creative designs that are wonderfully crafted. Sustainable packaging; excellent customer service, speedy shipping with communication at every step of the process. I dealt with the online shop; looking forward to visiting the store on a future trip to Iceland.
7. Thorvaldsens Bazar
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 30 reviews
The Thorvaldsens Association was founded in 1875 by a group of women in Reykjavik with the aim of giving back to the community. Thorvaldsen's first bazaar was held 4th to 5th. November 1876, selling hand-crafted items and other purchased items. Subsequently, bazaars were regularly held where women brought hand-made products, mainly knitted, and gave the profits to various issues where funding was needed, but especially to the Children's Fund after its establishment in 1906. In June 1901 the Thorvaldsens Bazar formally opened in its final housing at Austurstræti 4 and has been run by the women there ever since. From the beginning, Thorvaldsen's women have been volunteering at the bazar and giving their unselfish work for good causes, many of them knitt products that are for sale as well.
Reviewed By 2429AKM - London, United Kingdom
I really wanted an authentic Icelandic sweater and so finding the perfect one was a priority for me when we arrived in Iceland. We first tried looking in one or two of the more 'standard' tourist shops in Reykjavik and I was a bit disappointed by the selection available there. Then we happened upon this little gem of a shop. The sweaters that they stock are hand knitted and so even though they are marked as small or medium or large, etc. they still come out in slightly different shapes and sizes and colour and pattern variations and you do have to try a few on to find the right one, but I now have my own perfect Icelandic sweater (which, even in August, came in surprisingly handy as we went on to travel around the west side of the country!). This really is a beautiful, unique and very practical memento of my trip.
8. Orrifinn
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 15 reviews
Reviewed By v0yageur22
Orrifinn is our favorite jewelry store in Iceland--we have repeatedly found wonderful, creative, inspired pieces (sometimes with a terrific and macabre sense of humor) that are always delightful. Orri and Helga are colorful characters themselves and are always warm and welcoming. Even if you are not in the market for purchasing anything, this is worth a quick stop--the shop is very small, easy to appreciate and easy to get to as it is on Skolavordustigur, just down the hill from Hallgrimskirkja,
9. Gallery ART67
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
We are a cooperation gallery run by 14 local artist. We are ten painters and four that work with pottery and glass. Once a month we have a guest artist with us. You can find a excellent modern art variety and we offer free shipping all over the world with the bigger paintings. Be very welcome to visit us and meet the artists at our colorful gallery.
10. Kirsuberjatred
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 29 reviews
10 women 10 unique makers. You will always meet someone who has made something working in the store.
Reviewed By margob637
This is a shop owned, operated, and stocked by 11 female artists who use recycled materials to repurpose them into stunningly beautiful pieces of art to purchase. The quality is exquisite, the designs are creative beyond most imaginations, and Gudrun, who was 'on duty' the day we came in, was gracious and informative about the artists and their work. Absolutely delightful and wondrous! If you want a unique, quality piece to remind you of stunning Iceland, this is the shop to visit.
