Largest Whale Museum in Europe: An Immersive Journey into the World of Iceland Whales
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161 Ratings
Reykjavík
Immerse yourself in the world of Iceland's whales at Whales of Iceland, the largest whale museum in Europe. Explore life-sized models, interactive experiences, and learn about the threats and solutions for these majestic creatures.
Duration:
1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Whales of Iceland - Whales of Iceland is the largest whale museum in Europe! Its main exhibit consists of 23 man-made life size models of the various whale species found in Icelandic waters throughout recorded history, including the blue whale, sperm whale, the critically endangered North Atlantic right whale and many more! See them all in their actual size!
With interactive information stands and videos, surrounded by soothing whale sounds, underwater ambient lighting and black and yellow beach-like floor, Whales of Iceland is a dreamy adventure for the whole family.
The newest addition to Whales of Iceland is the Fin Whale Room, which highlights the various threats (and their solutions) that whales and other marine life face today. This is an excellent way to learn more about the oceans and raise awareness of these issues.
What's Included
- Live guided tours in English twice daily
- Complimentary parking and Wi-Fi access
- Sonic Sea screenings four times a day
- Audio guides available in 17 languages (headphones recommended)
What's Not Included
- Food and drinks
- Hotel transfers
Additional Information
Whales of Iceland holds the title for being Europe’s biggest whale museum. Housing 23 real-life scale models of various whale species discovered around Iceland, each is a replica of a specific whale residing in the wild. The museum showcases soundscapes and lighting mimicking underwater environment, several engaging activities, and a fresh display focusing on the challenges whales encounter nowadays (also featuring potential solutions). The documentary Sonic Sea is available for viewing four times in a day. All ticket holders are entitled to guided tours at two timings - 11:00 and 15:00 every day.
- Free parking is available and you can purchase drinks & snacks at the Whale Café!
Location
Fiskislóð 23
Fiskislóð
Whales of Iceland Exhibition
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.1
(161 Ratings)
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Nddbc
Apr 1, 2024
Spectacular - well worth visiting - We really enjoyed our visit and learned a lot. The exhibit is fabulously well done and very interactive. The life size models of the whales are spectacular. There was a film screening going on while we were there which was also excellent. All in all, we were very impressed and would definitely reccommend visiting if you are in Reykjavík.
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Tom87leioa
Mar 27, 2024
Life size reproductions - Any fan of cetaceans will enjoy this museum, not only because of the life-size reproductions of the whales that are seen in Icelandic waters, but also because of the rest of the material (videos, books, there are even training programs available to visitors on freely accessible computers).
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Nozzzzz2015
Mar 26, 2024
Fantastic Museum - Fantastic Museum!
Staff very helpful explaining the museum when we went in.
The film really hits home about what damage boats do to the whales & their ability to communicate.
Displays were really good, whales were huge!
Well worth a visit.
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N3094jykatrinab
Feb 25, 2024
Pre whale watching museum - Interesting exhibition gives you a real sense of how large and impressive these animals are. The theatre show was very interesting and educational.
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Sonja_jeh
Feb 17, 2024
A MUST for families with children - A must for children and adults can definitely learn a lot too. Impressive exhibition with animals that can be seen in the hall in their original size. There is a scavenger hunt for children and it is a great place to spend a rainy day.
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Chippy_chips
Feb 15, 2024
Well worth a visit - the scale of these creatures is something else! - Unusual, but well worth visiting. A little expensive perhaps for what it is, but enjoyable nonetheless. Great life-size whale models which are pretty spectacular to stand next to (or underneath!) and an educational documentary showing on a huge screen in a separate area of the museum.
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Nathan_p
Mar 13, 2024
A really good half day - The background video was really good and lasted around an hour. The tour which was advertised for 3pm seemed slightly unorganised. Was told it was like an on request thing which made me feel a little awkward. Although it did take place no problem and was fairly good. Overall it is probably priced about right for the experience. A good few hours and I would definitely recommend it for families or adults.
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Mollyg576
Mar 1, 2024
Highly Informational - This attraction was highly informational. I would suggest listening to the audible tour. My daughter took part in the scavenger hunt and really enjoyed herself. The life size models of the whales are very well done.
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S8d3t
Feb 25, 2024
Disappointed - I normally love to go to museums especially when they are ocean related. The models themselves are impressive but that’s as far as the wow factor goes. A little disappointing for the price.
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Tania
Feb 19, 2024
Just a lot of model whales - no Wows! - This was just a large warehouse with models of whales to look at. A room at the back showing a video about Whales and the impact humans are having in them… a bit dull (and sadly depressing of course).
We struggled to spend 30mins in total as nothing much to see.
Staff were a bit rude and looked bored/fed up.
Expensive waste of money.
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