Perlan (The Pearl) is a distinctive domed building housing the Wonders of Iceland exhibition - an immersive journey through Icelandic nature. Built atop hot water storage tanks, it features an indoor ice cave, planetarium, northern lights show, virtual aquarium, and exhibitions on volcanoes, glaciers and geology. The 360-degree observation deck offers panoramic views of Reykjavik and surroundings.
Online 5990 ISK adults, 4090 ISK children 6-17. On-site more expensive. Under 6 free. Observation deck included. Reykjavik City Card valid
Allow 2-3 hours for the full experience. Clear days for best observation deck views. Winter evenings for potential northern lights from the deck. Book online in advance for guaranteed entry.
Located on Öskjuhlíð hill, 30-minute walk from city center. Bus 18 or 13 to Perlan stop. Free shuttle from downtown. Observation deck and ice cave are main attractions. Ground floor free, exhibitions paid.
Expect an immersive nature museum with cutting-edge exhibits: walk through an indoor ice cave, watch a planetarium show about northern lights, explore interactive displays about Icelandic geology, volcanoes and marine life. The observation deck provides 360-degree views of Reykjavik and mountains.
Exhibitions until 21:00, last admission 1h before. Children under 5 free. Observation deck included with all tickets. Gift shop 11:00-21:00. Free parking. Bus 18.
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Perlan features a 100-meter-long indoor ice cave made from over 350 tons of snow, maintained at -10C. It recreates an Icelandic glacier cave experience with blue ice walls, tunnels, and informative displays about glaciology.
Yes! Perlan has been named TripAdvisor Travelers Choice Best of the Best for four consecutive years. It is especially valuable if you cannot visit glaciers, ice caves, or see northern lights during your trip - all can be experienced here.
Useful tips for visiting Perlan Museum
The indoor ice cave is a highlight - you can experience walking through glacier ice without traveling to actual glaciers. The planetarium shows are excellent. The restaurant has great views. Visit the observation deck at sunset. TripAdvisor Travelers Choice winner.
Located on Oskjuhlid hill, 30-minute walk from city center. Bus 18 or 13 to Perlan stop. Free parking available. Taxi from downtown about ISK 2,000.
Expect an immersive nature museum with cutting-edge exhibits: walk through an indoor ice cave, watch a planetarium show about northern lights, explore interactive displays about Icelandic geology, volcanoes and marine life. The observation deck provides 360-degree views of Reykjavik and mountains.
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