What is the etiquette of Iceland?

Respect nature by leaving it as you found it Perhaps the most important piece of Iceland etiquette for visitors to remember is the 'leave no trace' rule, which means that you leave natural areas as you found them.



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Yes, you can wear jeans in Iceland. The summer and shoulder seasons are especially good times to travel in your most comfortable pair. If you plan to go on an adventurous excursion, we recommend wearing the appropriate, activewear clothing.

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In general, the dress code in Icelandic restaurants is quite casual. Most places won't require formal attire, but if you don't want to stick out, the unofficial dress code tends to be more smart casual than strictly formal.

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A nice shirt and jeans for example with dark or brown shoes will work perfectly as well. But since it can get chilly during the winter time, I would recommend bringing a warm jacket, coat or blazer to keep you warm while you hop between different bars and nightclubs. Shark tasting & Icelandic Beer.

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Etiquette and Manners in Iceland
  1. Respect nature by leaving it as you found it. ...
  2. There is no word for 'please' in Icelandic. ...
  3. Shower before entering a sauna or pool. ...
  4. Take your shoes off when entering someone's home. ...
  5. Respect Iceland's food and traditions. ...
  6. You don't need to tip in restaurants. ...
  7. Stick to the roads when driving.


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So bring along a travel towel– you'll want something small and packable you can throw in your backpack, but also something that will dry you off so you're not walking around the chilly hills of Iceland while sopping wet.

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So bring along a travel towel– you'll want something small and packable you can throw in your backpack, but also something that will dry you off so you're not walking around the chilly hills of Iceland while sopping wet.

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