Lava Show Reykjavik Admission Ticket - Optional Premium Upgrade

Overview

Available languages

English

Mobile ticket

The only live LAVA SHOW in the world! A unique experience where you can safely get up close to real molten lava in a controlled environment. A top-rated attraction that has received multiple awards and recognitions for innovation and education. Truly a one-of-a-kind experience that is unlike anything else. Come feel the heat!

Two options:

- Classic Experience

- Premium Experience (ages 13+)

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Note: she show starts on the dot so we recommend arriving 20 minutes early

Note: the show may not be suitable for the very youngest children (under 5)

Note: Premium Experience is on the 2nd floor - not wheelchair accessible

Note: Premium Experience is for adults only (age 13 and above)

Note: it gets pretty hot in the showroom when the lava flows in (nice and toasty)

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Experience the only live LAVA SHOW in the world! We recreate a volcano eruption by superheating real lava and pouring it into a showroom full of people. A one-of-a-kind experience!

Admission Included

What‘s Included

Explore our Premium Experience for more inclusions (ages 13+)

An educational video explaining Icelandic volcanism

A live lava host that will play with the lava and explain its behaviour

See, hear, smell, and feel the heat of real lava up close!

Safety glasses (only Classic Experience)

Q&A session at the end of the show - we love visitors' questions

Entry/Admission - Lava Show in Reykjavik

Unique lava-inspired items from our gift store on site

Options

Lava Show: Premium Experience

Access to the Premium Lounge
Backstage Tour
Premium Balcony Seats (hot!)
Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes
A drink of choice upon arrival
A giftwrapped piece of lava

Lava Show: Classic Experience

Duration: 55 minutes: A 10 min intro by the lava host, a dramatic, educational video, and then the lava flows into the showroom. Q&A at the end.

Reviews

4.87

3,197 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

2879

249

Fantastic Lava Show !
matthewsA963LZ,,Jan 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
What a fantastic show ! We learned so much .. it is amazing how close u can get to feeling the heat of actual lava ! Do not miss out on this show .. it’s one of a kind !! Our host was such a great speaker .. very informative and clear. Thankyou !
Hot and funny but with interesting topic
michaelbL8765IN,,Jan 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This was a great experience. It was fantastic to listen to Glenn who made the show in an interesting and spectacular event on the 2nd January 2026. It was our last evening at our trip to Iceland and even i was a bit worried about how a topic like lave could fill a entire show. But all around the presentation was perfectly timed, understandable and with a lot of wow-effects. I only can recommend the lava-show to Iceland visitors because after that you understand much more about Iceland. Thank you very much for this nice evening and experience!
Great place to visit
Mirela C,,Jan 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This is a must see place if you visit Iceland! Mariana was really knowledgeable and friendly, she was the guide at the show with real lava 😀 we paid £100 for a family of 3
Wow, just wow!
OIMOS,,Jan 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
An awesome experience. Both visually impressive and educational. The auditorium is small enough to ensure everyone has a good view. If you are in Iceland this is well work a visit.
Fascinating lava show
Wander56981823248,,Jan 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The lava show was fantastic and full of interesting facts. Fascinating to watch actual lava and how it reacts to different elements. Paid the extra and went premium, in my opinion its worth it.
Great lava show for all ages
Nancy S,,Jan 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Entertaining and informative show for the entire family. Very easy to purchase tickets. Great description of the show.
Great overview of Iceland's geology.
laurahew2002,,Jan 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We booked classic tickets as a family of 4 (children aged 13 and 10) which are seated downstairs (premium tickets are upstairs) Glad we were downstairs as the kids got a really good view of the lava. Our host Ian was very knowledgeable, engaging and funny - lots of Dad jokes which we appreciated. Glad this was one of our first activities when we arrived in Iceland as the kids were then excited to point out things we had learnt from the show as we visited other sites. If you have a genuine interest in the geology of Iceland, you'll enjoy this show.
Nice show and lava is hot!
Richard L,,Jan 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00
Enjoyed the lava show - the lady was informative, enthusiastic and answered questions. Seeing the lava up close was cool and you could really feel the heat. It was great doing this before the lava cave experience as could imagine the lava flowing!
Enjoyable and informative hour
204rachaelc,,Jan 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Loved this short but entertaining and informative lava session. Iain, our guide, was excellent. A good mix of fun, geology and history. Even my teenagers put down their phones
Great experience for families
catherinehV2047WV,,Jan 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great experience for our family, children ranging from 10-14. Samantha was engaging to listen to and we all learned a great deal from her geological knowledge. Well worth a visit.