City Sightseeing & Wonders of Iceland
Take a bus tour with City Sightseeing and explore Reykjavík at your leisure, with the opportunity to hop on and off at conveniently located bus stops. At Perlan – Wonders of Iceland the latest science, and the best museum artists and technologists have joined forces to create an unforgettable experience that brings Iceland’s natural wonders to life through interactive exhibits and cutting-edge technology.
City Sightseeing
Take a bus tour with City Sightseeing and explore Reykjavík at your leisure, with the opportunity to hop on and off at conveniently located bus stops.
With the best of both worlds; a modern trendy and forward-looking city whilst at the same time being close to its unspoiled nature, Reykjavik truly is a magical place to behold.
Wonders of Iceland
Perlan - Wonders of Iceland serves as a learning laboratory where guests can explore Icelandic nature through the lens of science and human perception. Visitors can discover Iceland's rare and astonishing natural wonders through a series of exhibits and immersive presentations.
The combination of cutting-edge technology and interactive experiences, along with captivating information and stories, makes the exhibitions unique, enjoyable, and educational at the same time.
Highlights of Perlan:
- Áróra at Perlan's planetarium boasting 8K projection and surround sound
- Walk-through real ice cave, 100 metres long
- Interactive exhibits covering themes such as glaciation and oceans
- Immersive Volcano experience
- Replica of Látrabjarg Cliff standing 10 metres high with lifelike birds
- 360° observation deck overlooking Reykjavik and beyond
- Gift shop, restaurant, café and ice cream parlour
Perlan is located at Varmahlíð 1, 105 Reykjavík.
Perlan offers all visitors free parking. Strætó, the Icelandic public transport company, operates numerous city buses in Reykjavík. Line 18 stops the closest to Perlan.
TourID: CPN05
Activity provider: Reykjavik Excursions by Icelandia
Need to know
- Perlan is located at Varmahlíð 1, 105 Reykjavík.
- City Sightseeing Bus Stop 11
- Perlan is wheelchair-accessible
- Walkable from downtown Reykjavik in about 30 minutes
- City buses #13 and #18 stop close by, free parking is available for those with their own vehicle
- The City Sightseeing bus is not operated on 17 June, Reykjavík Pride Parade and Reykjavík Marathon and Reykjavík Cultural Night in August, December 24; 25 & 31. and January 1.
- For live location of our buses you can visit this map
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- Flexible Cancellation
- No Booking Fees
What’s included and what to bring on this tour
It’s important to always be prepared for your next adventure in Iceland. See our list of what’s included, and what you should bring or add to your trip
Included
Parking fees Bus fare Wifi Entry/admission fee National park entrance fee City Sightseeing ticket valid for 24 hoursAdmission to Wonders of Iceland at PerlanWiFiBus fare
Not included
Food and drinks
Tour highlights
Are you wondering about something?
If you're planning a trip to Iceland, it's important to be prepared with the right information. Here are some frequently asked questions (FAQs) to help you plan your trip
To ride on the hop-on hop-off buses in Iceland, it’s best to buy your ticket in advance. You can purchase them through the links above and all you’ll need to do is show your driver when you climb aboard. This way, you won’t need any cash at all!
For public buses in Reykjavík, you can pay for a ticket either with cash or with the KLAPP app. If you’re paying with cash, make sure that you have the right amount, because the drivers can’t give change.
Reykjavík’s hop-on hop-off buses run throughout the day all year round. But be aware that the timetable changes slightly depending on the season.
In the summer, the buses run every 30 minutes from 08:30 to 16:30. The route takes 1 hour, 15 minutes in total.
In the winter, buses run every 45 minutes from 09:30 to 16:15. The route typically takes less time, just 1 hour, 10 minutes.
As the buses run on public roads, the timetable is subject to change due to traffic, road closures, or public events.
All hop-on hop-off buses have climate control, meaning that they have air conditioning if it is warm outside and heating if it is cold. Whatever the weather in Reykjavík when you’re visiting, you’ll be perfectly comfortable on the bus!
Your voucher is valid for a year from the purchase date, but once you exchange the voucher for a ticket, the ticket is typically valid for 24 or 48 hours, depending on the type of ticket you purchased.
It’s really easy to use the hop-on hop-off buses:
- Firstly, buy a ticket online, for a 24-hour or 48-hour ride. You can do that right here on this page.
- Then, check out the hop-on hop-off bus map and timetable. It will show you when and where you can take the buses.
- Now, all you need to do is to head to a bus stop. When the bus arrives, you can get on, show your ticket, sit down, and enjoy the ride.
- When you’re ready to get off, just let the driver know.
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