An interesting little visitor centre and shop on all things volcanic. There's a little cinema showing a couple of films (about 55 minutes total) about recent volcanic eruptions in Iceland and their impact on the community and the world, which were very informative.
Pretty cool little volcano cinema. Included on the city card and open later than most attractions. It is very expensive but is discounted on the city card. the City Card is the smartest and most affordable way to explore Reykjavík. It has been tailor-made for visitors to the city, helping you to get the most out of your trip. Simply choose from a 24, 48, or 72-hour card and visit as many attractions as you want
It was nice to pop in and have a look at the various volcanic rocks - but we felt the video charge was a little bit too steep to warrant.
$17 for 2 films that were about 30 minutes each. They were very interesting and I learned a lot about two specific valcanos in Iceland. The stuff around the store is also very cool and you could easily be in and out of there in 15 minutes. It is connected to a cafe so we initially missed it.
Worth a visit for the 2 movies alone (approx 45 minutes) covering 2 major eruptions in recent Icelandic history. Outside the movie room, the mini museum testifies to the real sense of pride that the Icelanders feel about the geology of their astonishing island.
It's free for the front section and the paid two part documentary is worth a watch.
A nice relaxing spot, especially if you are interested in geology or the volcanos. The movies were interesting.
Video about their volcano eruptions shown every hour. Interesting informative. Lots of things to look at in the museum and store.
We did the free small exhibition. Nice overview of Iceland's volcanic past and some great rocks/pictures and other facts
Wow, not the airline but the expletive, best cod I have tasted , attentive staff and friendly ambience, will visit again should the chance arise
Really interesting exhibition of volcanoes and rocks. It’s also free!
This place makes you see Iceland for what it is and made me feel a little uneasy. It's a must to go to. Very good and free on a Friday night.
Very informative. Good way to fill a gap during the day if weather not good or if between trips. Go early and you may even have the cinema to yourself. Staff very friendly and helpful.
Genuinely really interesting! you watch 2 documentaries about recent eruptions and in the museum bit you can touch the ash from them. Pretty cool!
Interesting video of the history of volcano eruptions of Iceland. We got to see visit this as part of the bus tour package we booked for the Iceland trip.
The House itself is just like a boutique - but the movie that is displayed in the theatre is really worth it!
An interesting little visitor centre and shop on all things volcanic. The res a little cinema showing a couple of films (about 55 minutes total) about recent volcanic eruptions in Iceland and their impact on the community and the world, which were very informative.
Interresting explenations and movies.
If you are interested in vulcanos this is a nice, small, overview. Movies show two famous erruptions and the displays have many different types of vulcanic rock that you can hold for close inspection.
Good stop especially with kids to show them what volcanoes are all about. Not too expensive. Hands on rock samples free of charge. Some souvenirs for sale which are cool.
I only visited the gift shop because I heard this was a good place to buy volcano salt. Don't make the same mistake I did! You can buy the black volcano salt at the grocery stores for a quarter of the price!
Cool geology facts, pictures, movie showing last eruptions.
A hands on exhibit where you can handle various volcanic rocks. The movie they provide is below average, the exhibit is above average. The staff are very friendly and knowledgeable.
A fantastic resource for visitors to Iceland. The geological exhibits were entertaining and the gift selection was nice, but the assistance we received in planning our week of adventures was priceless. We had a great stay in Iceland, but the most memorable parts were those suggested by Daan, who helped us find tours and hotels. If we weren't eating fish & chips next door, we may have never stopped by and that would have been a mistake!
Lovely staff like everywhere here. Informative and interesting! Cinema showing was good, but just looking at the examples was more fulfilling!
Really interesting stuff about volcano, Icelands history and nature is much due to volcanoes which is why this is a good visit when in Reykjavik.
Takes one hour or so, enjoy a Arctic Pale Ale in cafe afterwards.