Reykjavík - Pearl Observatory Perlan
With its silvery glass domes the Perlan is Reykjavík's most recognizable landmark. Designed to be multi-functional, it serves as an observatory, restaurant, conference center and visitor attraction.
Views are offered from the revolving restaurant which sits atop of four gigantic tanks each containing 4,000 liters/880 gal of 80°C/176°F water for the city's geothermal hot water system.
Views are offered from the revolving restaurant which sits atop of four gigantic tanks each containing 4,000 liters/880 gal of 80°C/176°F water for the city's geothermal hot water system.
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The heat from below is conducted through the building's metal frame and warms the building.
The Reykjavík Power Company has provided a fountain that simulates the activity of a geyser and from the balcony views of Reykjavík and the harbor are accessible through telescopes accompanied by informative tape recordings in English, Norwegian, German and French.
The Reykjavík Power Company has provided a fountain that simulates the activity of a geyser and from the balcony views of Reykjavík and the harbor are accessible through telescopes accompanied by informative tape recordings in English, Norwegian, German and French.
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 |
| Close | 22:00 | 22:00 | 22:00 | 22:00 | 22:00 | 22:00 | 22:00 |
Facilities
Gift shop
Restaurant or food service
Restaurant or food service
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