About tour
Perlan is Iceland's largest nature museum, set inside a glass dome on a hilltop above Reykjavík. Iceland sits on the boundary of two drifting tectonic plates, which is why it has so many volcanoes, earthquakes, and glaciers. Perlan is where that story becomes clear, with interactive exhibits that explain the forces shaping the land you came to see.
The experience is hands-on rather than passive. You can walk through a 100 m (328 ft) indoor ice cave built from 350 tons of real snow, descend into the Volcano Exhibition for a simulated journey 2,000 m (6,562 ft) below the surface, and watch Áróra, an 8K Northern Lights planetarium show. A 360° observation deck wraps around the top with wide-reaching views over the city. A visit is a great way to enrich your trip before or after you head out of Reykjavík for an adventure, giving real context to the landscapes you'll see in the field.
Highlights
Highlights
- See Áróra in Perlan’s planetarium
- Walk through a real indoor ice cave
- Explore glacier and ocean exhibits
- Experience Perlan’s volcano show
- See views from the 360° deck
- Visit the café and gift shop
Included
Included
- Admission ticket to the Museum
- Access to the indoor ice cave, Áróra planetarium show, main exhibitions, and 360° observation deck
What to bring
What to bring
- The temperature inside the ice cave is 14°F (-10°C), so warm clothing is recommended.