
Know Before You Go: Visiting the Blue Lagoon
Relax and enjoy your visit to the Blue Lagoon with our top tips.
Whales of Iceland is an innovative exhibition space. To save time, book your admission ticket online in advance, then check out the interactive media displays for an in-depth understanding of the majestic mammals. For the fullest experience, book a tour that combines a visit to the exhibition with a whale-watching cruise.
Whales of Iceland is a must-visit for travelers interested in marine life.
The exhibition is accessible to wheelchairs and strollers.
Admission is discounted for children under 15.
A free audio guide is available to download.
Free Wi-Fi is available in the building.
There’s a café and souvenir shop on-site.
Located in the Grandi area at Fiskislod 23, Whales of Iceland is about a 15-minute walk from the Reykjavik city center. Hop-on hop-off buses and public bus number 14 stop at the exhibition building.
Whales of Iceland is open year-round, every day except December 25. Opening hours are generally from 10am to 5pm, and admission includes a guided tour in the afternoon.
Formerly the center of Reykjavik’s fishing industry, Grandi (the Old Harbor) is becoming one of the city’s trendiest areas—sometimes known as the “fishpacking district,” a nod to Manhattan’s Meatpacking District, which underwent a similar transformation. Here you’ll find popular restaurants, cafés, and Icelandic design stores, as well as a variety of museums, including the Maritime Museum and the Saga Museum.