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Unfortunately, I am no longer able to offer promotional codes for Perlan. However, options like the Whales of Iceland, Lava Show, and Flyover Iceland are great choices for family-friendly indoor entertainment. But if you are keen on booking a ticket for Perlan, you can do so through Viator.
Family-friendly exhibitions
The shows and activities at Perlan are just perfect for families. They are delightful and educational for children and adults alike. And, of course, if the weather is not great on a given day, visiting Perlan will save the day!
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Indoors Ice Cave
The Ice Cave is 100 meters long (328 feet). Over 350 tons (771605 pounds) of ice, snow, and volcano ash make up the cave.
Glacier Exhibit
After you have completed passing through the ice cave, you will experience an interactive glacier exhibition and learn about how the glaciers affect us, and we affect them.
Árora northern lights movie in the planetarium
Watch this award-winning film in the planetarium. You will be amazed at the beauty of the northern lights and the night sky.
Wonders of the deep
Interactive film and exhibition about the wonders of the sea.
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Why is Perlan one of the top destinations in Reykjavik for families?
Perlan is one of the top destinations in Reykjavik. There is a good reason for this. You can see the glass dome -of Perlan from miles away, where it sits on top of a wooded hill close to the geographical center of Reykjavik. The hill, called Öskjuhlíð, is perfect for cycling or walking. In the woods, you will find rabbits who will love to get a piece of carrot or two!
Stunning view
Perlan is close to the sea and the lovely geothermally heated Nauthólsvík beach. You get a fantastic 360° view of the entire Reykjavik area from the observation deck. To the south, you will look towards the Reykjanes peninsula, where the recent eruption at Geldingadalir took place. To the north is Mt. Esja. You will look towards the western edge of Reykjavik and the Snæfellsnesjökull glacier to the west. To the east, you will see the mountain range of Bláfjöll and Hengill.
World War II connection
Perlan and its surroundings have many World War II relics; afterafter all, the nearby Reykjavik was initially built by the British during the war. British soldiers called Öskjuhlíð Howitzer hill. The reason for the nickname was apparent back then. The British had formidable defenses for the airport and the entire Reykjavik area. Remains of pillboxes, fuel tanks, bunkers, and foundations for artillery pieces are still visible today.
