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Aurora Reykjavík, The Northern Lights Center Museum Visit
A 1 h northern lights tour from Reykjavik by Aurora Reykjavik, The Northern Lights Center, shared with up to 500 travellers. From 33 USD per person, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 359 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor.
In short
Aurora Reykjavík, The Northern Lights is a 1 h aurora tour from Reykjavik, shared with up to 500 travellers, run by Aurora Reykjavik, The Northern Lights Center. It costs from 33 USD per person and is rated 4.6 out of 5 by 359 travellers. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. Before booking, check the aurora probability over Reykjavik and the Kp forecast lower on this page.
On this page
1What the operator says
Aurora Reykjavík, The Northern Lights Center is the first and only museum entirely dedicated to the Aurora Borealis in Iceland.
Conveniently located in the Grandi Harbour District, the Center is a must-see when in Iceland. Whether you are planning your Aurora hunt or simply want to learn about the phenomenon, we have you covered!
Dive into the world of the northern lights in a unique multimedia environment. Discover our interactive displays and our extensive collection of Aurora photography and videos - all captured by our award winning photographers and founders.
The visit includes:
• Northern Lights mythology around the Arctic
• Aurora Science, from what causes the northern lights to the way our eyes see them
• Our exclusive timelapse Aurora movie and world's first northern lights VR experience
• Practical tips: maximise your chances of seeing the Aurora and learn how to take perfect northern lights photos
• Meet the experts, our team is happy to share their knowledge!
Operator listing on Viator, read on 9 Oct 2026. Prices are starting prices and change with the date.
2What the price covers
Included
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Local taxes
Not included
- Headphones for our QR Audioguides. Bring your own or purchase them at our desk for an additional fee.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
3Itinerary
- Dive into the world of the northern lights at Aurora Reykjavík, Iceland's first center and museum entirely dedicated to the Aurora Borealis. Catch a glimpse of the cultures of the Arctic as you learn about northern lights myths and folklore from around the world. Explore the science of the phenomenon, from the origin of the northern lights to the way the human eye perceives them. In our movie th
4Group size, pickup and languages
- Shared with up to 500 travellers
- Meeting point, no hotel pickup
- Guide languages: cs, German, English, Spanish, French, Italian, Japanese, Dutch, pl, Portuguese, Russian, yue, zh-TW
- Booking size: 1 to 30 travellers
- Operator: Aurora Reykjavik, The Northern Lights Center
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
5Aurora over Reykjavik tonight
The probability below comes from the NOAA OVATION model for the current forecast hour. The Iceland page has the Kp Reykjavik needs and the 3-day forecast.
Data: NOAA SWPC, fetched 09:11 UTC. Aurora probability by destination from the NOAA OVATION model, forecast for 9 Oct, 10:20 UTC. Aurora also needs a dark and clear sky. Kp needed: NOAA puts the edge of the auroral oval at about 66° geomagnetic latitude for Kp 0, 2° closer to the equator per Kp level. Geomagnetic latitude from the WMM2025 dipole pole (NOAA NCEI).
6Other northern lights tours in Reykjavik
Perlan Admission - Volcano & Ice Cave, Northern Lights Experience4.7 · 2,463 reviews · 2 to 3 hfrom 59 USD
Northern Lights Small-Group Tour with Hot Chocolate & Photos4.7 · 2,208 reviews · 4 hfrom 163 USD
Northern Lights Midnight Adventure Small-Group from Reykjavík4.8 · 997 reviews · 3 to 5 hfrom 133 USD| Rating | Viator | Tripadvisor |
|---|---|---|
| 5 stars | 13 | 244 |
| 4 stars | 4 | 62 |
| 3 stars | 3 | 21 |
| 2 stars | 0 | 7 |
| 1 star | 1 | 4 |
Source: Viator, operator listing 26800P1, checked on 9 Oct 2026.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Aurora Reykjavík, The Northern Lights in Reykjavik cost?
From 33 USD per person. That is the starting price set by the operator for the cheapest option on the Viator listing, and the final price depends on the date, the group size and the options chosen at checkout.
How long does Aurora Reykjavík, The Northern Lights in Reykjavik last?
1 h according to the operator listing. Northern lights tours leave in the dark hours and often return after midnight, so the duration counts from pickup or the meeting point.
Is Aurora Reykjavík, The Northern Lights in Reykjavik private or shared?
It is shared with up to 500 travellers. The operator sets this on the listing, so the figure here is read from the catalogue and not estimated.
What is the cancellation policy for Aurora Reykjavík, The Northern Lights in Reykjavik?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. The exact wording and any weather clause are on the Viator listing at the time of booking.
What Kp index does Aurora Reykjavík, The Northern Lights need to see the northern lights from Reykjavik?
Reykjavik needs Kp 1 or more by the NOAA rule used on this site, and a dark, clear sky. The live probability over Reykjavik is shown on this page and refreshes every 15 minutes.
Who runs Aurora Reykjavík, The Northern Lights in Reykjavik?
Aurora Reykjavik, The Northern Lights Center, the operator named on the Viator listing. Reviews shown here combine Viator and Tripadvisor counts as published in the catalogue, and this site adds no reviews of its own.
Sources (2)
Sources
- Viator, operator listing 26800P1, checked on 9 Oct 2026
- NOAA SWPC, OVATION aurora forecast model, checked on 9 Oct 2026
Written and maintained by the Kp Forecast editorial team. Independent site, not a space weather agency. Data: NOAA SWPC.
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