Kolaportið, Reykjavik

Are you looking for something specific? Perhaps an old-fashioned lamp, a modern vegetable knife, or maybe curious about tasting dried fish and fermented shark? How about acquiring a pack of unique Icelandic sweets or selecting a stylish outfit for your weekend plans? Kolaportið, Iceland's sole flea market, is your go-to destination for these and more. This indoor marketplace operates on weekends from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm and sometimes on public holidays. Situated in a vintage industrial edifice near Reykjavik's harbour, it lies between the renowned Bæjarins Beztu hot dog stand and the Old Harbour.

Kolaportið offers a distinctive vibe, attracting a diverse crowd every weekend. Visitors can browse for books, antiques, and clothing, or explore the food court for groceries. It's a place where used items find grateful new owners at fair prices, and where you can sift through various goods to uncover unexpected finds. It's akin to a treasure hunt. Cash transactions are predominant, so it's advisable to have cash on hand, although there's an ATM near one of the entrances, and a cafeteria for when hunger strikes.

Remember, one person's discard may be your new treasure. So, make it a point to start early on weekends at Kolaportið. Here, you can fill your bags with second-hand clothing, artifacts, Icelandic specialties, music, toys, and much more. The market is welcoming, genuine, and humble, ensuring that visitors leave with something special in hand.