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BIG NEWS! Aurora Reykjavík opens at new location!

💚Aurora Reykjavík opens at its brand new location, Fiskislóð 53 - right next to Lava Show, Flyover Iceland and Whales of Iceland!💚    Dear friends, guests and partners, What an exciting journey it has been! Over the past months, we have poured our hearts and...

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Environmental Policy

    At Aurora Reykjavik – The Northern Lights Center, our mission is to cultivate advocates for the planet, with a special focus on the Arctic regions. Through our interactive exhibition, we aim to foster awareness and appreciation for the marvels of our...

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VOLCANIC ERUPTION AT REYKJANES

Are you planning a trip to Iceland but are worried about the current eruption on Reykjanes peninsula? Here's all you need to know!WHAT IS HAPPENING A new volcanic eruption has started at Reykjanes peninsula on Dec 18th, 23.10. The eruptive fissure is about 4 km long,...

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Extremely rare “blood aurora” dancing over Iceland last weekend

Last weekend, people in Iceland witnessed an extremely rare phenomenon: The so-called blood aurora, strong red auroral displays clearly visible to the bare eyes. Watch the phenomenal video, captured by Grétar Jónsson, owner and founder of Aurora Reykjavik, the Northern lights Center, and Katarina Raker, photographer.

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HOW TO PHOTOGRAPH THE NORTHERN LIGHTS

Best time Best places Best settings  There is perhaps nothing more magical than witnessing the beauty of a Northern Lights display, and it has been a lifelong dream of many. Bringing home your very own shot of these magic is the cherry on the cake. However, those...

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HELP, IT’S FULL MOON! WILL IT RUIN MY AURORA EXPERIENCE?

  Help! It’s full moon! Will it ruin my aurora experience?  Imagine this: You just made it in the subarctic region, right under the auroral oval. It seems like you’re incredibly lucky: You hit the right time of the year (it’s dark enough!), the solar activity is...

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