Travel bucket list idea:
Perlan Museum
Reykjavik, Iceland
Last updated: 23 April, 2024
This high-tech, glass-domed museum recreates the geological wonders of Iceland in an immersive, sound-and-vision experience.
Among the exhibits, you can walk inside an ice cave, experience a volcanic eruption, see a recreation of the seabird cliffs of Latrabjarg and feel what it’s like to watch the Northern Lights (without having to stay up till midnight for the privilege).
It’s a fun, informative experience, and makes a good primer should you choose to visit some of the sights in real life. Don’t miss the views over Reykjavik from the Observation Deck.
Logistics
Price from: £25
Minimum age: 0
Age suitable: 4+
Frequency: monthly
When: All year around
Duration: 1 night
Getting there & doing it
The museum is in south Reykjavik, near the Oskjuhlid, a tranquil forest park that’s popular with Reykjavikers for picnics and walks. There’s a large car park, or you can easily catch a bus from the city centre.
When to do it
The museum is at its busiest on summer weekends, so arrive early or late on a weekday to dodge the crowds.
