16 Best Shopping in Reykjanes Peninsula and the South Coast (with the Golden Circle), Iceland

In the heart of Reykjanesbær, the friendly Nanna has operated this glamorous gift shop for more than 30 years. Selling fresh flowers and high-quality design items handpicked from all over Scandinavia, you will find popular items like famous Moomin cups and Georg Jensen kitchenware.

A funky little art gallery founded by an Icelandic couple in search of new life in the countryside, Galleri Laugarvatn has a wide variety of Iceland handcrafts from well-known Icelandic designers and local artists. Next door they have a cafe where you can get light meals for a reasonable price; the homemade waffles are especially lovely.

In case you forgot your toothbrush, there is a small supermarket in town where you will find all necessities. It also has some quick food options like sandwiches, which are handy for a road trip or a small picnic by the scenic beach in Garður. 

This classic countryside supermarket offers all the necessities for locals, including some fantastic burgers. It makes a smart pit stop before heading farther east or west, as supermarkets tend to be far apart.

This is the only supermarket in the area, so if you are in need of any necessities or want to grab a snack for the late-night munchies, energy drinks for hikes, or have a romantic picnic by the river, make a pit stop here.

If you walk about 100 meters farther than the Secret Lagoon, you will find a small boutique tucked away behind a big greenhouse. This is the storefront and workshop of the Icelandic clothing brand Kurl Project, which is all designed and produced in Iceland by tailor and owner Erna Óðinsdóttir.

In this charming little corrugated iron house you will find traditional sweets, handmade soaps, and postcards depicting views of Eyrarbakki. Stepping into the shop feels like entering a small museum; it is styled after a convenience store managed by the legendary Guðlaugar Pálsson from 1919 until his death in 1993. Be aware that it's only open on weekends.

What used to be a charming and tiny design boutique is now a beautiful and spacious store located in the heart of Hafnarfjörður. They carry a wide selection of gifts by trendy Icelandic and Scandinavian designers, including posters, ceramics, jewelry, and much more.

The constantly changing Icelandic weather might suddenly leave you needing a fashionable raincoat or a cute summer dress, and this women's wear store is here for you. One of the few clothing stores in the area, Palóma is stocked with beautiful jackets, dresses, jeans, and even jewelry adorned with Icelandic quotes.

One of the most beloved jewelry stores in Iceland was founded by a Finnish-Icelandic couple, who are known for their romantic yet timeless designs that you can wear for a lifetime. Their expertise in working with precious metals and stones makes their engagement rings very popular with couples from all over the world.