Perlan Museum Highlights
Experience the chill inside a 350-tonne glacier and explore over 100 metres of frozen tunnels where temperatures drop to -10°C
Enjoy the top of Perlan for panoramic views of the Snaefellsjökull glacier, Reykjavik, and the countryside from the 360° observation deck
Explore an epic yet completely chill journey through Iceland's breathtaking nature and visit Perlan Museum to learn how glaciers are developed
Witness the imperilled ecosystems of these frozen monoliths and enjoy unparalleled 360° views from the observation deck
Perlan Museum Overview
Activity Location: Öskjuhlíð, Reykjavík, 105, Reykjavík
Activity Timings: 10 AM- 6 PM
Activity Duration: 2 Hours (Approx)
About the Perlan Museum:
Explore a modern nature exhibition, a real indoor ice cave, a 4K planetarium, an ice cream shop, a charming café, and bounce houses. Experience and learn about Iceland at Perlan’s nature exhibition. Begin your tour by entering the lobby which is a glass-domed structure visible throughout the city then proceed your tour to the fourth floor by entering the observation deck. Experience breathtaking 360- degree views from Perlan at Planetarium dome theatre where you can see the northern lights virtually.
About the activity:
- Discover a magical tour of Iceland and watch the northern lights dance in the planetarium.
- Visit Perlan Museum to delve into the frigid core and learn how glaciers are developed.
- Explore the imperilled ecosystems of these frozen monoliths while travelling through subzero tunnels.
- Enjoy unparalleled 360° views from the observation deck.
- Climb deep inside a glacier to experience the power and natural beauty of the country's glaciers.
- Climb to the top of Perlan after feeling the -10°C chill for yourself, and enjoy panoramic views of the famous Snaefellsjökull glacier and the city of Reykjavik below.
- Fly around the Solar System, shoot past distant stars, and get up close and personal with the Northern Lights.
How to Reach?
- By Bus: Take bus line 18 from Hlemmur to Perlan stop. From there it's a 6-minute walk.
- By Walk: It takes 20-40 minutes to walk from downtown Reykjavík to the museum.
- By Car: It takes 5-10 minutes from downtown Reykjavík to the museum. Free parking onsite.
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Know Before You Go for Perlan Museum
- Kids under 6 get in free but need a free ticket only in combination with adult tickets.
- Children’s tickets must be accompanied by adult tickets.
- Adult tickets include Wonders of Iceland exhibit + real indoor ice cave + Áróra Show + 360° observation deck + Water in Icelandic Nature exhibit
- Family ticket includes 2 adults and 2 children.
- Rescheduling is possible until 24 hours before your visit.
- The temperature in the ice cave is -10°C, so warm clothes are needed. Ponchos will be provided.
- ID proof is mandatory for each guest at the time of arrival.
- All foreign nationals must share their passport and visa details at the time of arrival.
- Last admission: 1 hour before closing