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Perlan

Reykjavik museum under a glass dome, with an indoor ice-cave exhibit and a 360-degree observation deck.

Perlan is a museum housed under a mirrored glass dome on Oskjuhlid hill in Reykjavik. Its Wonders of Iceland exhibition includes a real indoor ice cave, and the building also holds a planetarium and a 360-degree observation deck looking over the city and out to the mountains.

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Plan your visit

Where it is
On Oskjuhlid hill in Reykjavik, a few minutes from the city centre.
Getting there
A short drive or taxi ride from downtown Reykjavik. Some visitors walk or cycle up through the wooded hill.
Typical visit
Around one and a half to two and a half hours, depending on the exhibitions and the planetarium show.
When to go
A good choice in any weather, since most of the experience is indoors.
Good to know
Highlights include the indoor ice cave and the planetarium. The observation deck is a great way to get your bearings early in a trip.

Frequently asked questions

What is there to see at Perlan?
The main draws are the Wonders of Iceland exhibition with its indoor ice cave, a planetarium, and a 360-degree observation deck over Reykjavik.
Is Perlan a good rainy-day activity?
Yes. The exhibitions, ice cave and planetarium are all indoors, so it works well in any weather.
How do I get to Perlan?
It stands on Oskjuhlid hill, a short drive or taxi ride from central Reykjavik. Some visitors walk or cycle up the hill.
How long should I plan?
Most people spend around one and a half to two and a half hours.

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