Aurora Reykjavik (Northern Lights Center) Tours and Tickets

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Tickets to Aurora Reykjavik, the Northern Lights Center of Iceland, range between 1,900 and 3,900 Icelandic krona. Day tours to other attractions and dedicated Northern Lights tours are available through Aurora Reykjavik and third-party providers. Some official tours offer free reentry if the Northern Lights are not visible.

Aurora Reykjavik is the only Northern Lights Center in Iceland, so expect a diverse set of exhibits and activities. A movie theater screens 4K video of auroral displays. Interactive exhibits explore the history, science, and mythology of the Northern Lights, and there is a photo booth for taking souvenir photos.

Yes, Aurora Reykjavik is suitable for children and families. The center presents an easy introduction to the Northern Lights and is a climate-controlled option when the weather is unpleasant. Its 4K film, photo booth, and how-to guides on photographing the Northern Lights make Aurora Reykjavik an appealing all-ages attraction.

Aurora Reykjavik is open year-round, and although the Northern Lights are technically present all year, the best time to visit is when the Northern Lights are at peak viewing between September and April. That’s when dark nights last the longest, and there’s more consistent opportunities to see the Northern Lights.

Aurora Reykjavik has different operating hours throughout the year, which change based on peak viewing times for the Northern Lights. From the start of September through the end of May, it’s typically open from 9am to 9pm, with reduced hours in June (10am to 7pm) and July–August (9am to 8pm).