Experts' Choice Award Perlan
What the experts agree on
This iconic 1991 glass dome houses Iceland's natural wonders through immersive exhibits—an ice cave, earthquake simulator, planetarium, and Viking history—all built atop massive geothermal water tanks that power Reykjavik.
“This futuristic glass dome, built in 1991, sits atop five enormous cylindrical tanks storing 24,000 tons of the city's geothermally heated water.”
– Frommer's
Fodor's "Among the indoor and outdoor spectacles are... markets, a permanent Viking history exhibit, and fountains that spurt water like geysers." Full review
Lonely Planet "Perlan is a complex based around the huge hot-water tanks on Öskjuhlíð hill." Full review
"Perched over the cital city is Perlan — or in English, the Pearl — the perfect combination of photo fun and function. This place offers stunning panoramic views of the city, while..."
Lonely Planet "Perlan, the glass dome overlooking the city from forested Öskjuhlíð, has traditionally attracted visitors with its panoramic view and the rotating restaurant on the top floor. The..."
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Lonely Planet "Learn more about the elusive aurora borealis at Perlan or Aurora Reykjavík"
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