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Lava Show Reykjavik Admission Ticket
4.9
2,528 Ratings
Reykjavík
Experience the world’s only live lava viewing in a controlled environment. Get up close to real molten lava and feel the heat. Choose between the Classic or Premium Experience.
Experience the world’s only live lava viewing in a controlled environment. Get up close to real molten lava and feel the heat. Choose between the Classic or Premium Experience.
Duration:
1 hour, 10 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Lava Show - Experience the only live LAVA SHOW in the world! We recreate a volcano eruption by superheating real lava and pouring it into a showroom full of people. A one-of-a-kind experience!
- Lava Show - Experience the only live LAVA SHOW in the world! We recreate a volcano eruption by superheating real lava and pouring it into a showroom full of people. A one-of-a-kind experience!
What's Included
- Entry/Admission - Lava Show in Reykjavik
- 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
- An educational video explaining Icelandic volcanism
- Q&A session at the end of the show - we love visitors’ questions
- Safety glasses (only Classic Experience)
- A drink of…
- Entry/Admission - Lava Show in Reykjavik
- 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
- An educational video explaining Icelandic volcanism
- Q&A session at the end of the show - we love visitors’ questions
- Safety glasses (only Classic Experience)
- A drink of choice upon arrival (Premium Experience)
- Backstage tour after the show (Premium Experience)
- A giftwrapped piece of lava from the show (Premium Experience)
- Access to Premium Lounge (Premium Experience)
- Balcony view seats on 2nd floor (Premium Experience)
What's Not Included
- Unique lava-inspired items from our gift store on site
- Unique lava-inspired items from our gift store on site
Additional Information
The only active LAVA EXHIBITION globally! An unparalleled experience that lets you safely encounter authentic liquefied rock in a carefully monitored environment. A highly recommended sightseeing spot, celebrated with numerous awards and acknowledgements for its ingenious and educational aspect. Absolutely a unique spectacle that is incomparable. Come…
The only active LAVA EXHIBITION globally! An unparalleled experience that lets you safely encounter authentic liquefied rock in a carefully monitored environment. A highly recommended sightseeing spot, celebrated with numerous awards and acknowledgements for its ingenious and educational aspect. Absolutely a unique spectacle that is incomparable. Come savor the warmth!
Your choices:
- Traditional Viewing
- Elite Viewing (restricted to adults)
- 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)
Location
Lava Show
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(2528 Ratings)
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Marcy_d
Jun 2, 2025
We loved the Lava Show! - We loved the Lava Show! Perfect experience for our first night in Reykjavik! Johanna was extremely knowledgeable & engaging during the show, and Neil’s hospitality made us feel welcomed & at home. We were glad to have access to the premium lounge before the show, and to see the furnace afterwards. It was a great experience!
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35noahe
Jun 1, 2025
Definitely go!! - Such a cool experience, so much fun, and extremely informative! The staff were all amazing and we were impressed with the whole experience! Thank you Lava Show!
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Journeywithoutwithin
Jun 1, 2025
A show that is unlike any other, and that reveals the nature of lava more intimately - There are several attractions that vie for one's dollars when in Reykjavik. Because we had just completed the Ring Road, we opted for the Lava Show Premium option in Reykjavik. We had already witnessed many of Iceland's natural wonders in person, albeit from ground level and not from the air.
The video presentation was of 'Attenborough-quality'. We learnt so much about volcanic systems and past eruptions, that it leaves one in awe at Mother Earth's power and majesty.
The actual lava show was entertaining and informative. It's the latter element that would be missing if one believes that it's the same as being at a location when the lava actually flows from an eruption. What the presenter (Rico, who's a qualified volcanologist) was able to show and explain revealed a lot about the properties of lava. E.g. he was able to explain and demonstrate how lava tubes come about. As well as the risks of lava's witches' hair to livestock. At the end of the show, the Q&A allowed us to collectively learn more.
The back stage tour of the premium ticket gave us a first hand look at the furnace that's capable of heating up to 1350C. And the lava gift was unique and much appreciated. Finally, the premium seating is only one row of seats at the upper level, which gave all an un-impeded view (with the ability to move freely).
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Mary_t
May 31, 2025
Fun with Lava - Fascinating presentation of lava! The presenter was funny, engaging, and very knowledgeable about the history, geography, and volcanoes of Iceland. I recommend the premium ticket, where you get a drink in the lounge, really nice balcony seats, and a souvenir piece of lava. You can also try on the fire suit that the lava handlers wear. Fun show!!!
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E8228ewderekh
May 31, 2025
Good show - A good experience. The host was excellent. A good learning experience and well presented. A definite 'must visit' when in the area.
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Claudiasteffal
May 31, 2025
Good show,but short and expensive - It was too much talk and an extremly long film.Very expensive for the short show.Best of the whole programe is the lava stone you get when booking Premium.
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Lynnky4460ss
May 31, 2025
Lava show experience - The show was marvelous, both informative and entertaining. We learned so much about the history of volcanoes in Iceland. It was amazing to see and feel the heat of the lava and then to watch the changes in it as it began to cool a bit. The guide, Sebastian, was excellent.
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Aleksandradu7033qq
May 30, 2025
The best experience! - Profesional stuff and perfectly select information. Everything is organized clear and easy to remember. I will definitely recommend
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Izzyw277
May 30, 2025
absolutely fire show lol - Went on 30/5 at the 12pm show. Really great show, super educational. Ian was a great host, really friendly and informative. Unfortunately didn’t catch her name but the American? host/guide handing out the lava shards at the end was also lovely and informative, very inclusive…thank you!
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730ivetab
May 30, 2025
Really fun! - Really fun experience! Loved learning about the volcanos in Iceland, though the actual part when they mess with lava could have been longer. Its just 1/3rd of the whole length of the show, but was very cool. We loved it!
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