Lava Show Reykjavik Admission Ticket - Optional Premium Upgrade
Recommended by 98% of travelers
Reykjavik, Iceland
- 50 minutes to 1 hour 10 minutes (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Watching molten lava up close usually means a volcano and a lot of luck. A Lava Show recreates it indoors in Reykjavik, with a host pouring real molten lava in a controlled setting so there's something to see, whatever the weather. Book ahead to secure seats, or take the premium upgrade for balcony seating, drinks, and a lava keepsake.
- 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
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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 3,528 reviews
Jeff_S, Jun 2026
Amazing show, very in depth. Would recommend for everyone to see when first arriving to Iceland. Great staff.
Theresa_S, Jun 2026
This is a very entertaining show. The premium upgrade is worth the money. We arrived 1/2 early and that seems a good time. I had my doubts when I booked it, but after watching them work with the lava and explain about the local geology and lava behavior, I highly recommend doing this if you have extra time.
Miguel_A, Jun 2026
Interesting explanation about lava and volcanoes in Iceland with cool videos and demos. Only one hour. Not sure if it was worth the money paid. Venue is about 20 minutes from city center.
Jeri_A, Jun 2026
Wonderful fun and educational experience. The volcano info is a bit intense, so it may not be something for small children. Rico knows his stuff! Premium experience was worth it to us!
Douglas_G, Jun 2026
The program was very educational and the presenter was outstanding. His demeanor was suitable for all age groups.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
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Viator review: Lava Show Reykjavik Admission Ticket - Optional Premium Upgrade
The program was very educational and the presenter was outstanding. His demeanor was
suitable for all age groups.
Sloan_N, May 2026
Very interesting show. Must see if you’re in Iceland. Talks about volcanic history as well as modern day volcano activity.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Dear Sloan,
Thank you for your wonderful review!
We're delighted to hear that you found the show interesting and that you're glad you chose to visit us. Iceland's volcanic story is still being written today, so we love connecting the country's fascinating geological history with the modern volcanic activity that continues to shape the landscape.
Thank you for recommending Lava Show as a must-see experience in Iceland. We truly appreciate your kind words and are thrilled that you enjoyed learning about one of the most powerful forces behind Iceland's unique character.
Best regards,
The Lava Show Team 🌋
Judith_B, May 2026
Incredibly knowledgeable employees. Friendly and entertaining. Enjoyed learning about lava in controlled setting.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Dear Judith,
Thank you for your kind review!
We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed learning about lava in a safe and controlled environment. One of the things we're most proud of is our team, so it's wonderful to know that our staff's knowledge, friendliness, and enthusiasm helped make your experience both educational and entertaining.
Thank you for visiting Lava Show, and we're glad we could share a little of Iceland's volcanic magic with you!
Best regards,
The Lava Show Team 🌋
Jane_A, May 2026
Very informative and fun experience!
Neil did a great job explaining everything, including the occasional bad dad joke which was actually very funny!!!
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Dear Jane,
Thank you for your fantastic review and recommendation!
We're thrilled to hear that you found the experience both informative and fun. Neil will be especially pleased to know that his explanations—and his occasional dad jokes—were such a hit! We always aim to make learning about Iceland's volcanoes engaging, memorable, and entertaining.
Thank you for joining us and for taking the time to share your experience. We hope the lava, the laughs, and the memories stay with you long after your trip to Iceland!
Best regards,
The Lava Show Team 🌋😄
Bryan_B, May 2026
Very cool to see real naval up so close! No it is not Lava from a volcano at the moment. The presenter was knowledgeable and easy to understand.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Dear Bryan,
Thank you for your review!
We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed seeing real molten lava up close and that our presenter helped make the experience both engaging and easy to follow. While the lava isn't coming directly from an active volcano, it is real lava made from Icelandic volcanic rock that we remelt to recreate the sights, sounds, heat, and flow of a volcanic eruption in a safe indoor environment.
Thank you for joining us, and we're glad you chose to experience this unique side of Iceland's volcanic heritage with us!
Best regards,
The Lava Show Team 🌋
Jane_C, May 2026
This is a very interesting recreation of molten lava (not a real volcano), presented by a very knowledgeable volconologist. It includes very informative videos about the volcanos that made Iceland and continue to be active
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Dear Jane,
Thank you for your wonderful review!
We're delighted to hear that you found the experience both interesting and informative. Our goal is to make Iceland's fascinating volcanic history accessible and engaging, and we're glad you enjoyed learning about the eruptions and volcanic activity that continue to shape the country today.
We're especially pleased that our Lava Master helped bring the science to life. Combining expert knowledge with the unforgettable experience of seeing real molten lava up close is what makes Lava Show so unique.
Thank you for visiting us, and we hope to welcome you back for another hot experience in the future!
Best regards,
The Lava Show Team 🌋
Gary_D, May 2026
A great introduction to the characteristics of lava, a lot of interesting facts, and a little souvenir at the end!
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Dear Gary,
Thank you for your fantastic review!
We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed learning about lava and Iceland's volcanic wonders. There's nothing quite like experiencing real molten lava up close while discovering the science and stories behind it. We're also glad you enjoyed taking home a little lava souvenir as a reminder of your visit.
Thank you for spending part of your Iceland adventure with us. We hope the memories—and the souvenir—will keep the experience glowing for years to come!
Best regards,
The Lava Show Team 🌋
Vicki, May 2026
The show was educational and fantastic. I think the lounge experience everything about it was well planned out and a fun adventure however, I would suggest for the people that paid premium. We thought we were actually going to see him clean the lava up at the end, but it was almost like you didn’t even see anything except for a movie so it would’ve been kind of cool if questions were taken from the people on the premium level other than that it was a great experience
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Dear Vicki,
Thank you for your thoughtful review and for choosing our Premium Experience!
We're delighted to hear that you found the show educational, fantastic, and well planned out. It's wonderful to know you enjoyed the lounge experience and felt it added to the adventure.
We also appreciate your feedback regarding the Premium portion of the experience. The backstage tour is designed to give guests a closer look at how we operate behind the scenes, but we understand your expectation of seeing more of the lava cleanup process and having additional opportunities for interaction. Your suggestion about taking questions from Premium guests is a great one, and we'll be sure to share it with our team as we continue to refine the experience.
Thank you again for your valuable feedback and kind words. We hope to welcome you back to Lava Show on your next visit to Iceland!
Best regards,
The Lava Show Team 🌋
Lisa_S, May 2026
The movie part was really interesting to hear about volcanoes in Iceland. The actual live demonstration was so cool and interesting!
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Dear Lisa,
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed both the film presentation and the live lava demonstration. Iceland's volcanic history is such a fascinating story to tell, and seeing real molten lava flowing right in front of you makes it all come to life in a truly unforgettable way.
We're so glad you found the experience both interesting and cool. Thank you for visiting Lava Show, and we hope to welcome you back again someday!
Best regards,
The Lava Show Team 🌋
Alan, May 2026
It’s an OK experience
It seems like the glass was melted not the rock
My husband asked about it and was told it will cool later- we have been to glass factory before ( looked similar)
Response from Host, May 2026
Dear Alan,
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We’re glad you found the experience interesting, and we appreciate the opportunity to clarify your observation.
What you saw was indeed real molten lava made from natural lava rock heated to around 1100°C (2000°F). One of the fascinating properties of lava is that it cools extremely quickly when exposed to air, and as it cools, the surface rapidly turns glass-like and solidifies. This transformation is actually part of the demonstration and shows how volcanic glass and rock are naturally formed in real eruptions.
We completely understand the comparison to molten glass, especially in the early cooling stages, and we appreciate your thoughtful question during the show.
Thank you again for visiting Lava Show, and we hope you enjoyed learning more about Iceland’s unique volcanic nature.
Best regards,
The Lava Show Team
Zach_N, May 2026
Very fun for all ages, it was touristy but still worth it. My nine year old loved it. As well as her grandparents.
Response from Host, May 2026
Dear Zach_N,
Thank you for the great review! We’re so happy to hear that guests of all ages in your family — from your nine-year-old to the grandparents — enjoyed the experience together. Creating something that is both fun and educational for everyone is exactly what we aim for.
We truly appreciate your honest feedback and are delighted you found the experience worth it. Thank you again for visiting Lava Show!
Best regards,
The Lava Show Team
Barbara_G, May 2026
This was not only entertaining but very educational. We loved it! If you can, do the premium option. The drinks are great!
Response from Host, May 2026
Dear Barbara_G,
Thank you for the wonderful review! We’re so happy to hear that you found the experience both entertaining and educational — that combination is exactly what we strive for at Lava Show.
It’s also great to know you enjoyed the Premium experience and the drinks included with it! 😊 Thank you for your recommendation, and we truly appreciate your visit.
We hope to welcome you back to Lava Show again someday!
Best regards,
The Lava Show Team
Drew_H, May 2026
The lava show is a worthwhile experience. It takes place in a small theater and takes about 45 minutes. The highlight is clearly getting to be up close.to a lava flow. Pretty rare to be able to experience lava so close in actual volcano, so this the next best thing.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you for the awesome review! We’re thrilled to hear that you had an amazing experience and learned a lot during the show. We’ll be sure to pass your kind words along to Rico — he’ll be very happy to hear them! 😊
Thank you so much for the recommendation, and we hope to welcome you back to Lava Show again someday for another molten experience!
Best regards,
The Lava Show Team
Eric_L, May 2026
Rico gave us the lava goods. Learned a lot and it was an amazing experience. Highly recommended!!!!!
Response from Host, May 2026
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Rico gave us the lava goods. Learned a lot and it was an amazing experience. Highly
recommended!!!!!
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.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re so glad to hear that Lava Show exceeded your expectations and that seeing real molten lava up close was such an amazing experience. That sense of surprise and awe is exactly what we hope guests will feel when they visit us.
We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back again someday for another unforgettable molten experience!
Best regards,
The Lava Show Team
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.
Response from Host, May 2026
Dear Carrie_B,
Thank you for your kind review! We’re so glad you enjoyed seeing real lava up close and found the experience worthwhile. Our Lava Masters love sharing not only the science behind lava and volcanoes, but also fascinating insights about Iceland itself, so it’s wonderful to hear that stood out to you.
We truly appreciate your visit and hope to welcome you back to Lava Show again in the future!
Best regards,
The Lava Show Team
rensebell, May 2026
This is a fantastic show, teaching you what lava is, and how it forms and flows.
The presentation was good.
Response from Host, May 2026
Dear rensebell,
Thank you for your kind review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the show and found it both educational and entertaining. Learning about how lava forms and flows while experiencing real molten lava up close is something we love sharing with our guests.
We truly appreciate your visit and hope to welcome you back to Lava Show again in the future!
Best regards,
The Lava Show Team
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 🔥
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 🔥
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,
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 🔥
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!
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 🔥
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 🔥
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 🔥
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 🔥
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