Geothermal Exhibition: Self-Guided Audio Tour and Entry Ticket
by Geothermal Exhibition · Sightseeing day tours · Reykjavík
- Fine on your own
- Works in the rain
- Eco-certified
from €19.46 per person
Next departure: Thu 22 Oct
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Duration
1 hour
Difficulty
Very easy
Season
All year
Starts in
Ölfus
Pickup
Meet at the start point
Departs
09:00, 09:30, 10:00, 10:30 …
Cancellation
Free until departure
About this experience
INCLUDED:
Entrance to the Geothermal Exhibition and a Self-Guided Audio Tour.
Situated inside of the Hellisheiði Power Plant, the Geothermal Exhibition showcases the utilization of geothermal energy in Iceland. The Hellisheiði Power Plant is the largest geothermal plant in Iceland, owned and operated by ON Power. Here we produce electricity for Iceland's national grid and hot water for the capital region.
Learn about the production and distribution of the plant, Iceland's geology, geothermal activity, and the different innovation projects happening in and around the power plant. Visitors can also see inside of the turbine halls of the plant and feel the power from the steam turbines as they produce electricity. From our viewing platforms, pipe systems, steam regulators, separation tanks, and cooling towers can be seen.
Iceland's usage of geothermal resources is a fantastic example of how geothermal energy can be utilized in a sustainable manner, and is a showcase for the role that geothermal energy can play in a renewable and sustainable future.
We are situated 25 km from Reykjavík, and are on the way to both the Golden Circle and South Iceland.
Opening Hours:
The exhibition is open every day from 09:00-16:00 November-March, and from 9:00-17:00 from April-October. Please direct any inquires to syning@or.is Tel: (+354) 591-2880.
No charge for children under 12 (when escorted by guardians).
Description from the operator, Geothermal Exhibition. Prices and availability in the booking panel are live.
Included
- Entry to the exhibition
- Self-Guided Audio Tour
- Free parking
Good to know
- SmartPhone and headphones to download the audio guide.
- We kindly ask visitors to bring their SmartPhone and headphones to fully enjoy the audio guide.
- Restrooms and a café are available on-site.
- Please check weather and road conditions, especially during the winter months.
Cancellation for this tour
Free cancellation until departure. If the operator cancels for weather or safety, you get a full refund or a new date.
If the weather cancels this tour
Iceland's weather is real. What usually stops this one is a forecast the operator judges unsafe. Here is exactly what happens to your booking.
- 1Geothermal Exhibition decides, and tells us. Operators cancel when it is unsafe or pointless, and we back that call every time — we do not ask them to run anyway.
- 2We contact you by email, and by phone if your tour is the same or next day. You choose: another date if there is one you can make, or a full refund. There is no fee and nothing to argue.
- 3The refund goes back to the card you paid with, through Stripe, usually visible within a few working days. If this tour was one of several in your booking, the others are untouched.
What you do not get is the day back. If this is the only free day in your plan, put a spare day next to it — the planner leaves days free with the rest-day option. And if you want out because the forecast looks bad, that is your own cancellation: free until 0 hours before departure, the operator's policy after that.
Questions on the day: [email protected] · +354 497 1373. How cancellations work in Iceland →
Why this one and not the cheaper one?
The nearest cheaper Reykjavík Luggage Storage in BSI Bus Terminal from BagBee is €12 — €7 less. Here is every difference we can actually measure.
| Geothermal Exhibition · €19 | BagBee · €12 | |
|---|---|---|
| Changing your mind | Free until departure | Free until 2 h before |
| How hard it is | Very easy | Easy |
On everything we can measure, the BagBee tour is the better buy. The €7 is not buying anything we can point to, so unless you want this operator in particular, take the cheaper one.
Sold out on your date?
Seats come back — a cancellation, or the operator adding a vehicle. Tell us the date and we will check once a day and email you if one opens. One email, then we delete the address; nothing else is ever sent to it.
Why we list it
Geothermal Exhibition is one of 204 operators we work with — chosen for reliability, honest descriptions and how they treat guests when weather changes plans. We don't list everything; we list what we'd book ourselves. The six checks every operator passes →
What travellers say about Geothermal Exhibition
Read all 1,202 reviews on Google →Operator rating 4.3/5 from Google — these are reviews of the company, not this specific tour. Shown as Google returns them, unedited.
★★★★★ · 3 months ago
As someone who guides visitors across Iceland with GlaciGo, I’m always looking for experiences that help travelers understand what makes Iceland truly unique. The Geothermal Exhibition is definitely one of those places. I highly recommend visiting this exhibition before exploring Iceland’s geothermal areas. It clearly explains how geothermal energy shapes Iceland’s landscape and how the country uses this renewable energy to provide heating and electricity for nearly every home. The interactive displays make complex topics easy to understand, whether you’re traveling with family, friends, or on your own. It’s fascinating to learn how volcanic activity, hot springs, geysers, and geothermal power are all connected to everyday life in Iceland. Many of my guests leave with a much deeper appreciation for Iceland’s incredible geology after visiting this exhibition. It adds valuable context before exploring places like the Golden Circle, Reykjanes Peninsula, or other geothermal regions. If you’re interested in Icelandic nature, volcanoes, renewable energy, or geology, the Geothermal Exhibition is absolutely worth your time. It’s educational, engaging, and one of the best ways to understand the powerful natural forces that have shaped Iceland.
★★★★★ · 2 months ago
Fascinating exhibit with lots to look at and learn. We were the only visitors there so an extra nice experience!
★★★★★ · 6 months ago
The way which Iceland has harnessed the power of the Earth is really fascinating. This geothermal exhibition which is inside a powerstation is full of very interesting information and visual displays. It also has a small (self serve) cafe with hot and cold drinks and cookies! There is also gift shop area. It costs just £15pp, which for Iceland is very well priced. All of the staff we met were very friendly, helpful and informative. If you are interested in geothermal power, the extraction methods and the science behind it all then this is well worth a visit.
★★★★★ · 4 months ago
Quick 40 min visit on a tour. Excellent exhibition. I was not that informed around geothermal capture until here. Now I know 90% of Iceland has heating from this process and its a pure 100% renewable country (100% electricity from renewables). Exhibition was well presented and hosts were knowledgeable.
Reviews from Google · updated 21 Oct 2026
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