Aurora Reykjavik is an indoor Northern Lights exhibition at Fiskislod 53 in Reykjavik's Grandi Harbour district. Its cinema film lasts 30 minutes, while a typical self-paced visit takes about 45 to 60 minutes.
What Aurora Reykjavik is
The interactive exhibition covers aurora science, history, and mythology. For more background on the science, read what causes the Northern Lights.
Inside the Northern Lights Center
The cinema shows a 30-minute time-lapse film made from aurora displays recorded around Iceland. Because the entire center is indoors, the exhibition does not depend on clear skies or darkness.
Location and typical visit
The center is at Fiskislod 53 in the Grandi Harbour district. Allow about 45 to 60 minutes for a self-paced visit, including time for the film and interactive exhibition.
Planning an aurora experience
The exhibition explains the phenomenon but does not guarantee a real aurora sighting. You can compare Northern Lights tours separately, without assuming that a tour includes admission to the center.
Check the live forecast
The live aurora forecast is available for planning a separate outdoor viewing attempt.
