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AURORA REYKJAVÍK –

DONDE COMIENZA TU AVENTURA CON LAS AURORAS BOREALES

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Opening Hours Museum, Gift Shop and Café:  10:00 – 17:00

The museum tour is self-guided, start any time.

Last recommended entry for the museum experience: 30 minutes before closing.

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COMBO OFFER: AURORA REYKJAVÍK AND HOP-ON HOP-OFF CITY SIGHTSEEING BUS

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See Reykjavik your way and dive into the wonder of the Northern Lights with this great-value combo. Travel at your own pace on a Hop-On Hop-Off bus, stopping at the city’s top attractions and the cruise ship terminal, then step into Aurora Reykjavik for an immersive journey into Iceland’s most magical natural phenomenon.

Discover the best things to do in Reykjavik, Iceland with this exclusive combo: Aurora Reykjavík + Lava Show. See the Northern Lights and the world’s only live lava show—located next to each other.

OFERTA COMBO: AURORA REYKJAVÍK Y LAVA SHOW

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Experience two of Reykjavík’s top attractions in one unforgettable visit: Aurora Reykjavík and Lava Show. Located side by side, this exclusive combo tour is only available here - combine the magic of the Northern Lights with the only live lava show in the world for a truly unique Iceland experience.

Family-friendly Reykjavik whale watching tour + Aurora Reykjavík. Perfect for cruise visitors—see whales and guaranteed Northern Lights. Budget-friendly, only here.

OFERTA COMBO: AURORA REYKJAVÍK Y AVISTAMIENTO DE BALLENAS

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Looking for family-friendly things to do in Reykjavik? This budget-friendly combo whale watching + Aurora Reykjavík is perfect for nature lovers. See whales at sea and enjoy guaranteed Northern Lights, only available here.

AURORA REYKJAVÍK – THE NORTHERN LIGHTS CENTER

A visitor experiencing the Northern Lights in virtual reality at Aurora Reykjavík, The Northern Lights Center in Reykjavík, Iceland

THE WORLD´S FIRST 360°NORTHERN LIGHTS VR EXPERIENCE 

Real aurora footage, filmed on Iceland’s most remote landscapes – and seen nowhere else in the world.

INTERACTIVE EXHIBITION

Immerse yourself into the world of Northern Lights:

  • Mythology and Folklore
  • Science and Research
  • Photography
  • Chasing Northern Lights
  • Solar Storms and Solar Cycle
  • Aurorae on other planets
  • Tips for your own aurora hunt
  • Best places to go
Visitors exploring the Aurora Reykjavík interactive northern lights exhibition, with a large screen displaying the aurora borealis over an Icelandic glacier and informational panels explaining the solar cycle and how the sun creates the aurora
A visitor experiencing the Northern Lights in virtual reality at Aurora Reykjavík, The Northern Lights Center in Reykjavík, Iceland

NORTHERN LIGHTS MOVIE SHOW

Iceland Under the Northern Lights

Embark on a 30-minute cinematic journey all around Iceland under the Northern Lights – beautiful footage filmed by our founders and owners, award-winning photographers and filmmakers. Lay back on our bean bags and immerse yourself to the magic of the Aurora Borealis.

AUDIOGUIAS

Ofrecemos audioguías basadas en códigos QR en los siguientes idiomas:
  • Inglés  
  • Alemán
  • Islandés
  • Italiano
  • Francés
  • 普通话
  • Español
  • 廣東話

Para tu comodidad, trae tus propios auriculares.

A smiling staff member behind the counter of the Aurora Reykjavík gift shop and café, surrounded by Icelandic souvenirs, aurora bracelets and handmade pastries, with northern lights-themed neon ceiling lights and a large aurora borealis photograph on the wall

GIFT SHOP, GALLERY & CAFÉ

Visit our Aurora Reykjavík gift shop and café. Browse exclusive northern lights souvenirs, local jewellery and Icelandic photography – most items exclusively available at AURORA REYKJAVÍK. Enjoy at coffee speciality and homebred Icelandic pastries. Open daily, no admission ticket required.

NUESTROS FUNDADORES

Descubre la magia de las Auroras Boreales con Aurora Reykjavík, el centro original y líder en Islandia dedicado a este fenómeno. Nacido de la pasión de los expertos locales Katarina Raker y Grétar Jónsson, Aurora Reykjavík lleva años inspirando asombro y alegría, compartiendo fotografías impresionantes y ayudando a miles de personas a vivir el mayor espectáculo de la naturaleza. Sumérgete en su misión de despertar todos tus sentidos bajo los cielos árticos de Islandia.

The founders and owners - passionate Northern Lights experts and award-winning photographers

PREGUNTAS FRECUENTES E INFORMACIÓN PRÁCTICA SOBRE SU VISITA

¿Qué es Aurora Reykjavík?

Aurora Reykjavík – The Northern Lights Center – is Iceland’s original Northern Lights museum. It’s an interactive experience where you can learn about the aurora borealis through science, stories, and stunning photography. Visitors can enjoy immersive films, touch-screen exhibits, and see the Northern Lights all year round – indoors.

¿Dónde se encuentra Aurora Reykjavík?

Aurora Reykjavík is located at Fiskislóð 53, Reykjavík, in the vibrant Grandi Harbour area, just a short 10-minute walk from the city center. The location is easy to reach by foot, car, or bus, and surrounded by cafés and other top attractions, such as Lava Show, Flyover Iceland, and Whales of Iceland.

¿Cuándo está abierto Aurora Reykjavík?

Aurora Reykjavík está abierto todos los días del año.

Opening hours vary by season. Check our website for the most updated opening hours.

¿A qué hora empieza el show?

No tenemos horarios fijos. Nuestro espectáculo es continuo, así que puede disfrutarlo en cuanto llegue. La última entrada es siempre 30 minutos antes del cierre.

¿Cuánto tiempo debo planear quedarme?

A typical visit lasts about 45 – 60 minutes, but you’re welcome to stay longer to rewatch the film or explore the displays at your own pace.

¿Tienes tienda o cafetería?

Yes, we have a Northern Lights-themed gift shop and gallery featuring local photography, handmade jewellery, and souvenirs. Most of our items are only available at Aurora Reykjavík. We also have a small café with excellent coffee specialities, and homemade, local pastries.

¿Puedo combinar mi visita con otras atracciones?

Yes, Aurora Reykjavík is located near FlyOver Iceland, Whales of Iceland, Lava Show and the Maritime Museum – perfect for a full day of exploring Reykjavík’s creative harbor district.

¿También ofrecen excursiones para ver la aurora boreal?

Yes, we collaborate with a network of expert local guides to offer small-group northern lights tours on a minibus or a super jeep, as well as private tours, from late August to mid-April. These excursions are ideal for anyone – families, photographers, or first-time visitors – who want a personalised experience and enhance their chances to see the Northern Lights without the hassle of driving themselves in winter conditions in the night, while trying to interpret the complex forecasts. We focus on flexibility, following real-time forecasts to clear-sky spots around southwest Iceland, and therefore can proudly say that we have the highest success rate.

¿Dónde puedo consultar el pronóstico de la aurora boreal para esta noche?

You can check the most accurate Northern Lights forecast in Iceland on our website – it combines space weather data and local cloud forecasts to help you find clear skies and plan your aurora hunt.

¿Hay algún descuento o rebaja?
 We offer student and children discounts on spot, as well as group discounts for groups more than 10 pax.
¿Disponen de audioguía en diferentes idiomas?

Yes, our audioguide is currently available in several languages: English, Icelandic, German, Italian, French, Spanish, Cantonese, Mandarin.

También hay guías escritas disponibles en Holandés, Polaco y Checo

¿Puedo visitar la tienda sin entrada?
Sí, lo invitamos cordialmente a visitar nuestra tienda de regalos y cafetería sin necesidad de entrada.
¿Es Aurora Reykjavík accesible para sillas de ruedas ?

Yes, the museum is fully accessible, with step-free entrances, accessible restrooms, and onsite free parking.

¿Es Aurora Reykjavík apta para niños?

Yes! The museum is family-friendly, offering fun, educational exhibits and videos that children love. We also offer live-guided tours for school groups.