Scenic spot introduction:

The Icelandic Pearl Tower (Perlan) is the commanding height of Reykjavik, the capital city. It is not only a landmark building of the entire city, but also the city's main hot water storage place. The Pearl Tower is a functional building that the Icelandic people are proud of, and it is also the best place for every tourist to have a bird's-eye view of the city. The building not only houses various temporary or permanent exhibitions, but the revolving restaurant at the top is rated as one of the "Top Ten Best Restaurants in the World" because it combines environmental protection concepts, beautiful scenery and delicious food. From architectural design to natural and cultural landscapes, they are all highlights not to be missed.

Attractions distribution:

The Pearl Tower is located on the Öskjuhlíð hill on the edge of Reykjavik, covering an area of ​​3,700 square meters. The entire building consists of six giant hot water barrels and a glass dome central building. There are five floors in the building: the first floor hall is used to hold temporary exhibitions, the second to third floors are stairs leading to the "mushroom" dome, and the fourth to fifth floors. The first floor is a viewing platform and revolving restaurant. The spacious indoor space and the starry sky-like roof allow people to enjoy a new experience while enjoying top-notch food. The unique Saga Museum tells the history of Iceland in detail to every viewer through realistic portrait sculptures.

Scenic spot features:

architecture, museums
Attraction Address
Travel Guide

travelling guideline:

1. The viewing platform on the roof is the best place to appreciate the aurora. It is equipped with 6 panoramic telescopes and provides introductions in 5 languages.

2. Sagamuseum: http://sagamuseum.is/, +354 511 1517 / +354 897 2410 / +354 694 3096.

Best time to visit:

All seasons

Shopping recommendations:

(Souvenir shop) Playing cards, sculptures, T-shirts, postcards, pirate helmets, cardigans, etc.

(Restaurant) Cod, salmon, reindeer meat, potatoes, etc., wine.

Tourist Transportation

Scenic spot location:

Europe>Iceland>Reykjavik City

How to get there:

Pearl Tower: The Pearl Tower is very close to Reykjavik Domestic Airport. You can take a bus in the city to Hlíðar‎ or Klambratún‎, and then walk along Langahlíð.

Reykjavik:

1. Airplane: Most international flights arrive at Keflavík International Airport, and most cities in Greenland and Iceland arrive in Reykjavik. Reykjavík Airport.

2. City transportation: bus (Strætó bs), taxi (Reykjavik Taxi) or rent a car locally for tours.

Scenic area map:

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Attraction Tickets

Pearl Tower ticket price:

The Pearl Tower is free;

Legend Museum:

Adults 12 euros, children 5 euros, students, the elderly, disabled people and viewing programs 9 euros.

Scenic area opening hours:

Legend Museum:

Summer April-September: 10:00-18:00 every day

Winter October-March: 12:00-17:00 every day

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