Whale models and skeletons displayed at Whales Museum, Iceland.
Visitors watching whale exhibit at Whales Museum, Iceland.
Visitors interacting with an exhibit at Whales of Iceland Museum.
Family enjoying drinks under whale skeleton at Whales of Iceland Museum.
Family exploring whale exhibits at Whales Museum, Iceland.
Child exploring whale exhibit at Whales Museum, Iceland.
Hanging whale model and cafe area at Whales of Iceland Museum.

Tickets to Whales of Iceland Museum, Reykjavik

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Dive into one of Iceland's most unique experiences with Tickets to Whales of Iceland Museum in Reykjavik, where you can come face-to-face with the majestic whales that roam Icelandic seas. This educational exhibition offers a fascinating glimpse into whale life and their significance in both history and mythology. Located just a short walk from downtown Reykjavík, this museum provides an enriching journey through the wonders of marine life amidst Iceland's stunning winter landscape.

Learn of the local hermits of the ocean in Iceland, and the whales in an educational, interactive experience like no other.

Enjoy an audio-guided tour throughout the museum, available in 16 languages.

Interact and navigate through the life-size models of 23 whale different whale species.

Explore the Museum in an immersive experience with whale calls, beach-like floors, and visual treats.

Visit the Fin Whale Theatre and watch the Sonic Sea documentary to learn about the threats to whales today and how we can help them.

Museum admission

Audio guide in 16+ languages

Guided tours in English twice daily

Documentary screening in the theatre four times daily

Whale models and skeletons displayed at Whales Museum, Iceland.

Whale models and skeletons displayed at Whales Museum, Iceland.

Why Visit the Whales of Iceland Museum

One of the most unique experiences in Iceland, the Whales of Iceland Museum, in Reykjavik, Iceland, allows its visitors to come face-to-face with the largest marvels of nature, whales.

Experience the wonders of the sea in this educational exhibition of the lives of whales.

While you explore the beautiful terrain and winter skies of Iceland, don’t miss out on learning about these native marvels of the Icelandic seas, part of history and mythology.

What to Expect On Your Guided Tour

A short walk from downtown Reykjavík, accessible by the city bus, the Whales of Iceland, an unmissable landmark marked by the whale mural proves a sight to behold. Join the audio-guided tour in any of the 16+ languages that you wish. Experience life-size models of 23 different species of whales as you weave through the museum. An interactive experience, you will be surrounded by the sounds of the ocean, whale calls, and dynamic lighting, and compare your size to the various whale species. You can feel and learn about the bone structures that make these giants of the sea. Walk through the Fin Whale Room to learn about the threats whales face in the sea today. Check out the Sonic Sea documentary about the lives of these mammals under the seas. Drop by the whale cafe and gift shop, for a cute souvenir of the Museum.

Visitors watching whale exhibit at Whales Museum, Iceland.

Visitors watching whale exhibit at Whales Museum, Iceland.

Visitors interacting with an exhibit at Whales of Iceland Museum.

Visitors interacting with an exhibit at Whales of Iceland Museum.

Family enjoying drinks under whale skeleton at Whales of Iceland Museum.

Family enjoying drinks under whale skeleton at Whales of Iceland Museum.

Important Information

  • The tour is conducted in 16+ languages, including English, Spanish, French, Italian, German, Chinese, Dutch, Japanese, Polish, Danish, Norwegian, Finnish, Swedish, Russian, and Portuguese.

Operating Hours

  • Daily: 10am to 5pm

Documentary Sonic Sea Screening

  • Daily: 10:30am, 12:15am, 2pm, and 3:45pm

Live-Guided Tour for free for ticket holders

  • Daily: 11am & 3pm
Family exploring whale exhibits at Whales Museum, Iceland.

Family exploring whale exhibits at Whales Museum, Iceland.

Child exploring whale exhibit at Whales Museum, Iceland.

Child exploring whale exhibit at Whales Museum, Iceland.

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Operating hours

Whales of Iceland Museum

Monday
10:00am - 5:00pm • last entry 4:30pm
Tuesday
10:00am - 5:00pm • last entry 4:30pm
Wednesday
10:00am - 5:00pm • last entry 4:30pm
Thursday
10:00am - 5:00pm • last entry 4:30pm
Friday
10:00am - 5:00pm • last entry 4:30pm
Saturday
10:00am - 5:00pm • last entry 4:30pm
Sunday
10:00am - 5:00pm • last entry 4:30pm
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FAQs

The museum is a short walk from downtown Reykjavík, accessible by city bus.
Highlights include learning about local ocean hermits and whales through interactive experiences, navigating life-size whale models, engaging with immersive environments featuring whale calls, and watching documentaries in the Fin Whale Theatre.
Yes, ticket holders can join live-guided tours twice daily at no additional charge, specifically at 11 am and 3 pm.
There are four screenings each day at 10:30 am, 12:15 pm, 2 pm, and 3:45 pm.
The Whales of Iceland Museum features life-size models of 23 different whale species for visitors to interact with.
Visitors can enjoy an educational and interactive exhibition that includes face-to-face encounters with whales, immersive experiences with sounds and visual treats, as well as a Fin Whale Theatre showcasing documentaries.
The museum offers an audio-guided tour in 16+ languages, including English, Spanish, French, Italian, German, Chinese, Dutch, Japanese, Polish, Danish, Norwegian, Finnish, Swedish, Russian, and Portuguese.
Visitors will gain insights into the lives of whales in Icelandic seas through an educational experience that delves into both history and mythology associated with these marine creatures.
The museum is open daily from 10am to 5pm.
Yes, personal expenses are not covered by the museum admission or other inclusions such as audio guides and guided tours.
The museum operates from 10am to 5pm every day.
The museum offers an audio guide in 16+ languages, including English, Spanish, French, Italian, German, Chinese, Dutch, Japanese, Polish, Danish, Norwegian, Finnish, Swedish, Russian, and Portuguese.
The audio-guided tour provides an interactive learning opportunity about whales, available in multiple languages to enhance visitor understanding during their exploration of life-size whale models and immersive exhibits.
Live-guided tours are offered twice daily at 11am and 3pm for free to those who have purchased tickets.
No, the museum's admission does not cover personal expenses; only specific inclusions like guided tours and documentary screenings are part of the package.
The Sonic Sea documentary screening takes place four times daily, specifically at 10:30am, 12:15pm, 2pm, and 3:45pm.
Visitors have the opportunity to watch a documentary about whales' threats today and how we can help them in the Fin Whale Theatre, enhancing their immersive experience with whale calls and beach-like floors.
Visitors will gain insights into the lives of whales, including local hermits of the ocean in Iceland, through an educational and interactive experience featuring life-size models of 23 whale species.
The museum is a short walk from downtown Reykjavík and can be accessed by city bus.
Visitors will encounter an immersive experience with features such as whale calls, beach-like floors, and visual exhibits that simulate a natural environment while exploring different aspects of whales' lives.

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