Lava Show Reykjavik Admission Ticket - Optional Premium Upgrade

Recommended by 98% of travelers

Reykjavik, Iceland

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50 minutes to 1 hour 10 minutes (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

Why travelers loved this

4.9

· Hollie_f ·

Mar 2026

Brilliant experience. The host was amazing, we could have listened to him all day! The show was really great and its a small room so you get the full experience of seeing the lava up close. Lots of really interesting information given and we loved the dramatic video. I'd recommend this to anyone visiting Iceland!

· Lesley_S ·

Mar 2026

Premium tickets. Worth it we thought. Free drink in lovely lounge. Friendly staff. Show was informative and fun. 'Backstage' tour included and free souvenir piece of lava. Got hot but certainly not unbearable.

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Overview

Enjoy a one-of-a-kind Icelandic experience—and get up close and personal to real volcanic lava—during this show in Reykjavik. Book tickets in advance to secure your seats, or upgrade for a premium experience that includes balcony seats, drinks, and a lava gift. Whichever you select, watch as your host handles real molten lava in a controlled environment for a safe but lively encounter.

Enjoy a unique Icelandic experience in Reykjavik
Secure your tickets before you travel to avoid disappointment
Premium upgrades offer exclusive add-ons for a tailored experience
Choose from a convenient range of start times throughout the day

What's Included

Entry/Admission - Lava Show in Reykjavik
An educational video explaining Icelandic volcanism
Q&A session at the end of the show - we love visitors' questions
Safety glasses (only Classic Experience)
See, hear, smell, and feel the heat of real lava up close!
A live lava host that will play with the lava and explain its behaviour
Explore our upgrade options (Plus & Premium) for more exclusive add-ons

Unique lava-inspired items from our gift store on site

Meeting and Pickup

Departure Point

Lava Show, Fiskislóð 73, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland

What To Expect

Lava Show

Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps
Transportation is wheelchair accessible
Surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Most travelers can participate
Note: she show starts on the dot so we recommend arriving 20 minutes early
Note: the show may not be suitable for the very youngest children (under 5)
Note: Premium Experience is on the 2nd floor - not wheelchair accessible
Note: Premium Experience is for adults only (age 13 and above)
Note: it gets pretty hot in the showroom when the lava flows in (nice and toasty)

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.9

based on 3,467 reviews

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Pleasantly Surprised

alykoch6, May 2026

I didn't know what to expect with the lava show, but was pleasantly surprised at how interesting it was and to see real lava up close like that was amazing. I would recommend this.

Worth it.

Carrie_B, May 2026

It was really cool to see lava. The guy doing the show was very knowledgeable, not just about lava, but with other things about Iceland.

Lava Show

rensebell, May 2026

This is a fantastic show, teaching you what lava is, and how it forms and flows. The presentation was good.

Engaging Show with Great Lounge Experience

Jennifer_L, Apr 2026

Show was both engaging and informational. You can really feel the heat as the lava flows out. The premium lounge experience is a must do. Especially after traveling from a red eye flight or escaping weather to rest and enjoy the show comfortably.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Dear Jennifer_L, Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re so glad you found the show both engaging and informative—and yes, that heat is very real 🔥 It’s great to hear that you enjoyed the Premium lounge experience as well. It’s designed to be a comfortable and relaxing way to enjoy the show, especially after a long journey or when taking a break from Icelandic weather. Thank you for the recommendation, and we hope to welcome you back again soon! Best regards, The Lava Show Team 🔥

The host of the show was...

CathieMiller, Apr 2026

The host of the show was very knowledgeable about lava. It's a small theater so that wherever you sit you have a good view. You don't have to buy the premium package. The formations it makes when cooling are incredible.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Dear CathieMiller, Thank you for your kind review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the show and the knowledge shared by our host—our team loves bringing the science and story of lava to life. And you’re absolutely right, the showroom is designed so every seat offers a great view of the action. The cooling formations are truly fascinating to watch in real time—nature at work right in front of you! Thank you again for visiting us, and we hope to welcome you back someday. Best regards, The Lava Show Team 🔥

This was a really cool...

irina_i, Apr 2026

This was a really cool show and very informative. I didn’t think the premium upgrade was worth it. You get to sit upstairs but downstairs looked like they had a better view. The furnace thing is not much to look at. You get a piece of dried up lava as a souvenir, that’s a cool souvenir.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Dear irina_i, Thank you for your honest and helpful review! We’re really glad to hear you found the show cool and informative—and that you liked the lava souvenir (it’s a special little piece of Iceland to take home!). We also appreciate your feedback on the Premium experience. The upstairs seating offers a different perspective with an overview of the lava flow, but we understand that preferences can vary and that some guests prefer being closer to the action downstairs. Your input is valuable and helps future guests choose the experience that suits them best. Thanks again for visiting us! Best regards,

Definitely should check out this experience!

Maddy_M, Apr 2026

Great experience! It was really amazing learning about the lava and getting to see it up close and personal!

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Dear Maddy_M, Thank you for your great review! We’re so happy to hear you had an amazing experience and enjoyed learning about lava while seeing it up close—that’s exactly what makes it so special. Thanks for the recommendation, and we hope to welcome you again someday! Best regards, The Lava Show Team 🔥

Must do Activity in Reykjavik

CHANTEL_E, Apr 2026

Super cool! Got to touch the lava once it cooled :) Staff were very friendly and nice :) a great activity for everyone!

Very unique & educational experience

Stephanie_L, Apr 2026

Interesting & very very Educational show. Seeing the lava so up close was surreal. They also teach you a lot about volcanos, and its history. Glenn did an amazing job explaining and answering all questions that came his way by us regarding the lava and volcanoes. We learned a lot on this. For all those who love nature or volcanoes this is a must. Where else will you get to see lava so up close?

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Dear Stephanie_L, Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re so glad you found the experience both unique and educational. Seeing real lava up close really is a surreal moment, and it’s great to hear how much you enjoyed learning about volcanoes and their history. Glenn will be thrilled to hear your kind words—he’s fantastic at making the science engaging and answering every question. Thank you for the recommendation, and we hope to welcome you again someday! Best regards, The Lava Show Team 🔥

This was so much fun! We...

Helaina_V, Mar 2026

This was so much fun! We got the premium experience and loved being away from the heat and getting a little bit of extra knowledge and Q&A dropped on us. The lava handlers are very friendly and knowledgable and really add to the entire experience. Our entire group loved this and would recommend everyone should check it out!

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Dear Helaina_V, Thank you for the wonderful review! We’re so happy to hear you had such a fun time and enjoyed the Premium Experience. It’s great that the added comfort, extra insights, and Q&A made it even more special for your group. Our Lava Masters will be thrilled to hear your kind words—their passion and knowledge are a big part of what makes the show come alive. Thank you for recommending us, and we hope to welcome you back again someday! Best regards, The Lava Show Team 🔥

A Memorable Experience

Erin_W, Mar 2026

My eleven year old son told me this was the most amazing experience of his life so far, future geologist in the making perhaps? Thanks Samantha and Max the Lava Maker for such an entertaining and informative experience!

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Dear Erin_W, Thank you for such a heartwarming review! We absolutely love hearing that your son called it the most amazing experience of his life—that’s the highest praise we could hope for. A future geologist in the making sounds perfect to us! 😊 Samantha and Max will be thrilled to hear your kind words. They truly enjoy sharing their passion and making the experience both fun and educational. We hope to welcome you both back again someday! Best regards, The Lava Show Team 🔥

First Time Seeing Real Lava

Chris_P, Mar 2026

Pretty amazing to see the molten lava and to learn about the science and history behind the geological activity of Iceland. When the lava flowed in it was wild to feel the heat in the room.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Dear Chris_P, Thank you for your great review! We’re so glad you enjoyed your first time seeing real molten lava—it really is a special moment. Feeling the heat as it flows into the showroom is something that surprises a lot of guests in the best way! It’s wonderful to hear you also appreciated the science and history behind Iceland’s geology—that’s a big part of what makes the experience so memorable. We hope to welcome you back again someday! Best regards, The Lava Show Team 🔥

Great time

Stephanieann_M, Mar 2026

This experience entertaining and hot! We learned so much about lava and we're able to take a pice of it home with us. I would recommend this to others!

Response from Host, Mar 2026

Thank you for your lovely review! We’re so glad you had a great time and enjoyed both the heat and the learning experience! Taking home a piece of lava is always a special way to remember the moment. Thank you for the recommendation and for visiting us! 🔥

Nice show to attend with the teens

Rosi_A, Mar 2026

We liked the show. I had a vip ticket which I recommended if yoibhave asthma or your are agraid of the heat. From the upper floor you don't feel the heat. I like the cocktail and the lava piece souvenir included with this ticket

Response from Host, Mar 2026

Thank you for your review! We’re so glad you and your teens enjoyed the show. It’s great to hear the Premium experience suited you well—especially with the balcony seating, where the heat is less intense, along with the cocktail and lava souvenir. Thank you for the recommendation and for visiting Lava Show! 🔥

Great show

HelenSusan_M, Mar 2026

Great informative show. Glen was very knowledgeable and has a vast interest in volcanos. It was worth getting the premium package as this includes a lounge area to sit in pre and post show with a bar. You get a free drink on arrival which includes a choice of 4 cocktails that you can take into the show. You sit upstairs on the balcony so a great view and you don’t need to wear safety goggles like the folk sitting downstairs. There is a short extra video at the end showing how they get the lava and you get a piece of lava rock in a velvet pouch to take home.

Response from Host, Mar 2026

Thank you so much for your detailed and wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed the show and found it both informative and engaging. Glen will be very happy to hear your kind words about his knowledge and passion for volcanoes. It’s great to know the Premium experience added to your visit—from the lounge and cocktails to the balcony seating and backstage insights. And of course, taking home a piece of lava makes it even more memorable! Thank you for visiting and for your recommendation 🔥

Great experience! Would...

Susan_B, Mar 2026

Great experience! Would definitely recommend! Premier seating with a cocktail and souvenir lava rock. It was a nice added bonus!

Response from Host, Mar 2026

Thank you for your lovely review! We’re so glad you had a great experience and enjoyed the Premium touches—having a cocktail, great seating, and taking home a piece of lava really does make it extra special. Thank you for the recommendation and for visiting us! 🔥

Lava Show

Debra_S, Mar 2026

Beautiful venue. This was an educational and fun experience. Learned a lot from the host. You will not be disappointed.

Response from Host, Mar 2026

Thank you for your kind review! We’re so pleased to hear you enjoyed the experience and found it both fun and educational. It’s great to know our host helped make it memorable and insightful. “You will not be disappointed” is wonderful to hear—thank you for recommending us and for visiting Lava Show! 🔥

A must-do in Iceland

Kim_M, Mar 2026

My husband and I took our son and his friend to see this show. It's very informative and visually stunning. The info shared as you watch the geologist host move parts of it to help teach about how lava changes - and what it can turn into - is phenomenal. The Q&A was very engaging. Highly recommend.

Response from Host, Mar 2026

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that you and your family enjoyed the show together. It’s great to know the combination of visual spectacle and in-depth explanations made such an impact—and that the interactive Q&A added to the experience. Our Lava Masters love sharing their knowledge, so your kind words mean a lot. Thank you for the recommendation and for visiting us! 🔥

Quick site to see

Lynn_C, Mar 2026

Cute interesting and informative! The guide Ian from Scotland was very knowledgeable and interactive

Response from Host, Mar 2026

Thank you for your lovely review! We’re so glad you found the experience interesting and informative. A special thank you as well for mentioning Ian—he’ll be thrilled to hear your kind words. Our Lava Masters love making the show both engaging and educational! Thanks for visiting us in Reykjavík 🔥

Book it!

Kimberly_E, Mar 2026

I never thought in my lifetime I’d see lava, and I did. I even splurged on keepsakes to tell family and friends. Don’t leave Iceland without booking this shoe!

Response from Host, Mar 2026

Thank you so much for this amazing review! We love hearing that seeing real lava was a once-in-a-lifetime moment for you—that’s exactly what we hope every guest experiences. And it sounds like the keepsakes made it even more special to share with family and friends! “Don’t leave Iceland without booking this show” truly means the world to us. Thanks for visiting! 🔥

Great Show

Simon_S, Mar 2026

Very interesting, loved the drinks before the show and the piece of Lava as a souvenir! Has a back stage look at the furnace

Response from Host, Mar 2026

Thank you for the great review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the full Premium experience—from the pre-show drinks to the backstage look at the furnace. And of course, taking home a piece of lava makes it even more memorable! It’s fantastic to hear you found the show interesting—thanks for visiting us! 🔥

Lava show

virginia_M, Mar 2026

It was interesting but it would have been more engaging if they provided more information instead of public asking questions

Response from Host, Mar 2026

Thank you for your feedback—we really appreciate you taking the time to share it. We’re glad you found the experience interesting, and we understand your point about wanting more structured information throughout the show. Our aim is to keep the experience interactive and engaging, but your comment is very valuable as we continue to improve the balance. Thank you again for visiting, and we hope to welcome you back in the future! 🔥

Loved it! So fun! Would...

Jordan_R, Mar 2026

Loved it! So fun! Would happily come back and do it again next time I'm in Iceland! If you can't see a volcano erupt, this is the next best thing for sure

Response from Host, Mar 2026

Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We’re thrilled to hear you had so much fun and that you’d happily come back—that’s the best compliment we can get! And we love how you put it… if you can’t see a real eruption, this really is the next best thing 🔥 Thanks again for visiting, and we’ll be ready to welcome you back next time you’re in Iceland!

there are 2 lava show locations, make sure you do at least 1!!!

Bridget_K, Mar 2026

incredible. We were blown away by the science, our host, and the show itself. Absolutely one of the coolest things I’ve ever done.

Response from Host, Mar 2026

Thank you so much for your amazing review! We’re thrilled to hear you were blown away by the experience—that’s exactly what we aim for. It’s fantastic to know you enjoyed the science, the show, and our host. And we couldn’t agree more—if you’re in Iceland, you’ve got to experience lava at least once! 🔥 Thanks again for visiting, and we hope to welcome you back again in the future!

Excellent presentation

Amy_D, Mar 2026

This was surprisingly great. I wasn't sure it would be but was pleasantly surprised. We all enjoyed the show and learned a lot that we talked about during the rest of our trip.

Response from Host, Mar 2026

Thank you for your lovely review! We’re so glad the experience exceeded your expectations—that’s always the best kind of feedback to receive. It’s fantastic to hear you not only enjoyed the show but also kept talking about what you learned throughout your trip. That’s exactly what we hope for—an experience that stays with you long after you leave 🔥 Thanks again for visiting, and we hope to welcome you back again in the future!

Lava show

Lesley_S, Mar 2026

Response from Host, Mar 2026

Thank you for your great review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the Premium Experience and felt it was worth it—from the lounge and welcome drink to the backstage tour and your own piece of lava to take home. It’s also great to hear you found the show both informative and fun—and yes, the heat is all part of the experience, but (hopefully!) just the right amount 🔥 Thanks again for visiting, and we hope to welcome you back again in the future!

Educational experience

JannSiew_C, Mar 2026

Interesting show to see the behaviour of Lava and learn about the geology of Reykjavik. Interactive and had a good seat with perfect view.

Response from Host, Mar 2026

Thank you for your great review! We’re so glad you found the experience interesting and enjoyed learning more about lava and Iceland’s geology. It’s great to hear you had a perfect view and enjoyed the interactive elements of the show. Thanks again for visiting, and we hope to welcome you back again in the future! 🔥

Must Do

Brenda_F, Mar 2026

This is a must do experience for the whole family. Very interesting and unique. I recommend the upgrade to premium.

Response from Host, Mar 2026

Thank you for your great review! We’re so glad you found the experience interesting, unique, and perfect for the whole family—that’s exactly what we aim for. It’s also wonderful to hear you’d recommend the Premium Experience for that extra touch. Thanks again for visiting, and we hope to welcome you back again in the future! 🔥

Remarkably chilled and...

Stephen_E, Mar 2026

Remarkably chilled and fun evening which balanced education and wow factor in a perfect blend. Interesting and knowledgable presenters who know how to keep your attention. Premium package seemed definitely worth it, I mean you’re going to get a drink and a souvenir may as well jump on at the get go right?

Response from Host, Mar 2026

Thank you for your fantastic review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the balance between education and wow factor—that’s exactly what we aim to deliver. It’s great to hear our presenters kept you engaged throughout the experience. And we love your take on the Premium Experience—why not go all in! 😊 Thanks again for visiting, and we hope to welcome you back again in the future! 🔥

Amazing

Hollie_f, Mar 2026

Response from Host, Mar 2026

Thank you so much for your amazing review! We’re thrilled to hear you had such a brilliant experience and that the host made such a strong impression—we’ll be sure to pass that along! It’s great to know you enjoyed the intimate setting and got to fully experience the lava up close. We’re also glad you liked the video and the educational side of the show—it’s all part of bringing Iceland’s volcanic story to life 🔥 Thank you for the recommendation, and we hope to welcome you back again in the future!