# Mink Viking Experience

> Mink Viking Experience is Iceland's premier Viking portrait photography studio, located at Laugavegur 11 on the main shopping street in downtown Reykjavik. Visitors are dressed in authentic Viking armor, weapons, and jewelry by expert staff and receive professionally photographed high-resolution digital portraits the same day. Rated #1 in Fun & Games in Reykjavik on TripAdvisor with a 4.9-star rating from 574+ reviews. Operating since 2014.

## About

Mink Viking Experience is a unique private photo studio where guests transform into Vikings through professional costume styling and portrait photography. The experience includes authentic period-accurate Viking clothing, weapons (axes, swords, shields), jewelry, and accessories — all handcrafted in Norse traditions. Staff share Viking history and Norse mythology throughout the session. The studio was originated by Guðmann Þór alongside expert staff who worked together on productions such as Game of Thrones in North Iceland.

- **Location:** Laugavegur 11, 101 Reykjavik, Iceland (entrance on Smiðjustígur, 2nd floor)
- **Hours:** Monday–Friday 10:00–18:00, Saturday 11:00–18:00, Sunday closed
- **Languages:** English, Icelandic
- **Session duration:** 45 minutes (1 person) to 2 hours (6–8 people)

## Pricing

- First person: 125 EUR (or equivalent in USD, GBP, CAD, AUD, ISK — no exchange rate fees)
- Each additional person: 100 EUR
- All ages welcome — same pricing for children
- Groups of up to 8 people per standard booking
- Corporate events and large groups (100+) available on request
- Price includes: costumes, props, professional photography, cultural insights, all high-resolution digital photos, same-day delivery

## Booking

- [Book Now](https://mink.is/booknow): Online booking — select date, time, and number of participants. Book up to 1 hour before session.
- [Gift Cards](https://mink.is/gjafabref): Purchase gift cards valid for 18 months. Instant custom PDF delivery.

## Reviews and Recognition

- TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice Award 2025
- #1 of 59 in TripAdvisor Fun & Games category in Reykjavik
- 4.9 out of 5 stars from 574+ reviews
- 5-star rating maintained for 12+ years

## Group and Corporate

Mink Viking Experience works closely with DMCs (Destination Management Companies), MICE planners (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, Exhibitions), VIP agents, and event coordinators both locally and internationally. Services include corporate incentive trips, conference activities, team-building events, trade show activations, weddings, bachelor/bachelorette parties, and birthdays. Experience ranges from small intimate groups to groups of 100+, with entertainers, re-enactors, fortune tellers, axe throwing, and more. Outdoor and on-location shoots available. Resale partner portal available for travel agents and tour operators.

## Contact

- **Email:** support@mink.is
- **Phone:** +354-537-7577
- **Address:** Laugavegur 11, 101 Reykjavik, Iceland
- **Website:** https://mink.is
- **Google Maps:** https://maps.app.goo.gl/GENCogwtywuYSzAr5

## Key Pages

- [Home](https://mink.is/): Overview of the Mink Viking Experience
- [Book Now](https://mink.is/booknow): Reserve your Viking portrait session
- [Gift Cards](https://mink.is/gjafabref): Purchase gift cards
- [Gallery](https://mink.is/gallery): Photo gallery of Viking portrait sessions
- [FAQ (English)](https://mink.is/faq.html): 65+ frequently asked questions covering booking, pricing, the experience, photos, accessibility, groups, and more
- [FAQ (Icelandic)](https://mink.is/faq_is.html): Algengar spurningar á íslensku

## Merchandise & Products

- [Gift Cards](https://mink.is/product/viking-portrait-giftcard/): Viking Portrait gift card — instant custom PDF, valid 18 months, redeemable for full photo session
- [MINK "Always Be A Viking" Mug](https://mink.is/product/always-be-a-viking-mug/): Branded Viking mug with MINK logo
- [Embroidered MINK Baseball Hat](https://mink.is/product/embroidered-mink-baseball-hat/): Embroidered MINK branded baseball cap
- [All Merchandise](https://mink.is/product-category/merchandise/): Browse all available Viking merchandise
- [Online Bookings](https://mink.is/product-category/online-bookings/): Book Viking portrait sessions online
- [Gift Cards (category)](https://mink.is/product-category/giftcards/): Gift card options

## Social Media

- [Instagram](https://instagram.com/minkvikingportrait): @minkvikingportrait
- [Facebook](https://facebook.com/MINKVIKING): Mink Viking on Facebook
- [TripAdvisor](https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g189970-d6865306-Reviews-Mink_Viking_Portrait_Studio-Reykjavik_Capital_Region.html): Guest reviews and ratings

## Optional

- **Payment methods:** Major credit cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay, PayPal
- **Cancellation:** Free cancellation/reschedule with 24 hours notice via booking confirmation email link
- **Parking:** Tradarkort parking garage nearby, metered street parking
- **Accessibility:** 2nd floor via stairs, no lift. Staff can assist on stairs with advance notice.
- **Merchandise:** Handcrafted Viking goods (rings, jewelry, pins, knit goods). Custom Viking outfits with weapons can be built and shipped worldwide.
- **Partner services:** Rauðhetta hair salon (www.raudhetta.is, +354-511-4004), Náttrún seeress/fortune teller (www.nattrun.is), nearby tattoo shops
- [Sitemap](https://mink.is/sitemap_index.xml)