Ever wondered how glaciers are formed? Venture into the icy heart of one and find out at Perlan Museum right here in Iceland! At the museum, travel through sub-zero tunnels, discover the endangered ecosystems of these frozen monoliths, and get unbeatable 360° views of the real thing from the observation deck!

The manmade installation in and around Reykjavik's iconic hot water tanks is designed to show off Iceland's natural wonders in suitably spectacular surroundings!

Experience the power and natural beauty of the country's glaciers like never before – by climbing deep inside one! Thanks to 350 tonnes of ice and snow, Perlan Museum takes you on an icy adventure, and reveals the vital role these giant ice-blocks play in nature.

Once you've felt the -10°C chill for yourself, climb to the top of Perlan and enjoy panoramic views of the famous Snæfellsjökull glacier and the city of Reykjavik below.

Don't miss the Planetarium, built inside one of Perlan's hot water tanks! You will virtually travel around Iceland and discover the magic of Icelandic nature. It's a state-of-the-art facility showcasing eons of history that you can experience today!

Additional Information

• Admission is free to children age 5 and below
• The temperature in the ice cave is -10°C. Visitors are advised to bring warm clothes for the ice cave. Ponchos will be provided for your exploration in the ice cave
• Guided tours are offered in the ice cave regularly. Each tour last approximately 10-15 minutes & visitors may explore the ice cave as they please after the tour

Operating Hours

Open daily, 09:00 hrs to 17:00 hrs

What You Get

Includes

• Access to the Perlan Museum
• Access to the 360° Observation Deck
• Access to the interactive glacier exhibition Glaciers and Ice Cave

Excludes

• Personal expenses
• Optional activity fees