Lava Centre Interactive Volcano Exhibition
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Vik, Iceland
- 1 hour to 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Indulge your inner geologist—and take an educational break on your tour of the south coast—by visiting Iceland's state-of-the-art Lava Centre. Learn all about the birth and growth of Iceland, one of the world’s largest volcanic islands, which, over millions of years, has been shaped by countless volcanic eruptions. Skip the line, and get the best price, by booking in advance.
- Skip the line and enjoy more time with the center's exhibits
- Choose the time of your visit and spend as long there as you wish
- Learn little-known facts about volcanic activity and how it has shaped Iceland
- Enjoy learning with hands-on interactive exhibits: Perfect for families
What's Included
- You have a choice of the Exhibition and the Cinema combined
- Exhibition only
- Cinema only
- The reception area contains information on Iceland’s geology
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- 860 Hvolsvöllur, Iceland
Departure Point: The Lava Centre Address: Austurvegur 14, Hvolsvollur, Iceland 63.7546735, -20.2372402 Directions: • Only 1 hour and 20 minutes from Reykjavík along Route 1 • Take Bus 52: https://www.straeto.is Dates: Daily Return point: Returns to original departure point
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Itinerary
1
Lava Centre
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Availability for shows cannot be checked without making a booking. Credit cards will only be charged upon confirmation of show availability
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 100 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
Traveler Photos
Featured review
Georgia_S
Great museum! Quite interactive- had vibrating plates to simulate different movements in the earth and a big wheel to turn that took you through the history of the formation of Iceland. Amazing views from the roof where you can see all the volcanoes (which is all mapped out very simply which was helpful). The film about the volcanoes was great, out 4 year old was very impressed and it helped with explaining the different eruptions (really smoky one, one with lots of lava etc). Quite similar to what's in the Petlan Museum in Reykjavik
Reviews
4.5
based on 212 reviews
Varun_G, Jul 2025
Absolutely Unique, Bang for time and money, both for adults and kids, very well presented by host....
Fiel_C, Aug 2024
The lava centre offers two options. A 20 min film and and exhibit. Both helped us understand Icelandic volcanos better. The exhibit is an interactive walk thru. Go early while it is still quiet because once it’s busy having to wait in line to see each part would be frustrating.
marlene_c, Jun 2024
The rooftop observatory was a FANTASTIC wrap-up of the overall exhibit to get a clear understanding of the nature of the volcanic activity on Iceland!
RACHEL_N, Oct 2023
Kids really liked it, and engaged with the content. Ages 4, 6, 11. They loved the self pace. Would recommend.
Michael_G, Sep 2023
The Lava Centre was very original in it’s method of display. It was all interactive ….a really special experience worth doing!
CueneytSascha_G, Sep 2023
Great interactive experience and a lot of interesting facts to learn! Many interactive stations and impressive cinema to complete the journey!
Jacqueline_W, Aug 2023
Fantastic exhibitions and displays. Lava center provides wonderful walk-through exhibition and film detailing earthquake and volcano activity in Iceland. Good stop!
Georgia_S, Mar 2023
Great museum! Quite interactive- had vibrating plates to simulate different movements in the earth and a big wheel to turn that took you through the history of the formation of Iceland. Amazing views from the roof where you can see all the volcanoes (which is all mapped out very simply which was helpful). The film about the volcanoes was great, out 4 year old was very impressed and it helped with explaining the different eruptions (really smoky one, one with lots of lava etc). Quite similar to what's in the Petlan Museum in Reykjavik
SCV, Feb 2018
Very interesting exhibition. We stopped here on our way to see some waterfalls, to learn a bit of history of the area, the different type of volcanos and terrain, and the seismic activity of Iceland. The museum is very nicely done. Their facilities and restaurants are also great, and a good place to stop if the weather turns around and you need a place to stay dry.
Stefan_v, Jan 2024
Mooi museum als je meer wilt te weten komen over de vulkanen op IJsland. Leuk interactief gemaakt met film en effecten hoe een aardbeving bijvoorbeeld aanvoelt bij een uitbarsting. Leuk gemaakt en aan te bevelen op te bezoeken bij je trip door IJsland
From $42.80
per personup to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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