Included as part of our tour. Gives the development of Iceland from the confluence of the North American and European plates.A brief film provides the background of the violent development of the island via volcanos and lava flows. Another room depicts the growth of the island and corresponding glaciers thru millennium. The final room recreates an earth quake via a large plate on the floor that vibrates with a corresponding sound track.

Other than the Perlan, I don’t think there’s a finer museum in Iceland than the LAVA Center in Hvolsvolluron, about a half-hour past Selfoss on the early part of the South Coast road. It's spendy, even for Iceland, but as others have said here, the Center provides great context for Iceland’s geology and for what you’ll see throughout your visit. The exhibits are interactive and educational, and if the weather is clear, the observation deck provides a great view of some of the nearby volcanoes and the impacts they’ve had on the land.

This place was very high tech with the mantle plume and a place where you stand and feel an earthquake. There were 3 areas to see: a movie in the planetarium, the volcano exhibits which had the mantle plume and info about volcanoes, and an observation deck where you can see the volcanoes surrounding the area. Everything was very well done and interesting. However we paid $50 for 2 people for less than a half hour which was very disappointing. I know it costs a lot of money to create these high tech exhibits so I understand that, but still overpriced. There is a gift store, I think 66 North or IceWear. Observation deck was cool. We drove here and didn't go on a tour.

We were travelling around Iceland on our own and visited the museum before adventuring closer to many of the volcanoes. The exhibit and film really helped us to understand the context of the area and Iceland's volcanic history - past, present, and future - especially the details that we weren't previously familiar with. The exhibit is very interactive and engaging to learn about the different types of volcanoes and magma/lava flows. We were surprised that it was not only interactive but somewhat immersive by incorporating multiple senses into the experience. We spent about 75 minutes to watch the film and wander through the exhibit rooms, reading most of the information available. We chose to do the viewing platform last, which helped to incorporate the information from the exhibit into the surroundings. We would recommend stopping here and taking your time to learn about Iceland's volcanoes past, present, and future.

We were staying in Hella, and visited the museum early on in our trip, which was a great choice, because it gave us the context for Iceland's geology and volcanic history before we saw it up close and personal. We learned about the different types of volcanos and lava flows with very effective and interactive exhibits. The sights, sounds and information were top-notch. We spent an hour there, but could have probably spent another 30-40 minutes if we had more time. If you are in the Hella are or touring the South Coast, I would recommend stopping here.

So good! Really unassuming from the front but the interactive exhibits and up to the minute updates on the active volcanoes was amazing

The movie is a must. It gives you an understanding of Icelands volcanic history. Interactive section is fun and interesting. Worth the trip

For £60, this was very overpriced and uninformative. Earthquake simulator was awful. Would not recommend unless you want an expensive pit stop, I would just continue driving in hindsight

Cool film footage combined with an interactive experience that explains how Iceland formed and why it continues to be so active.

Expensive but good museum. We were staying near Hvollsvollur and decided to stop in. We just missed a bus full of school children and there were hardly any other people while we were there. I think the emptiness added to our experience. It's been a while since I learned about volcanoes. Fascinating facts about the various eruptions in Iceland. A very nice gift shop.

Interesting and informative museum on the science and history of earthquakes and volcanoes. You can stand on disks in the museum and experience different types of earthquakes. Well worth a visit. The cafe was closed when we were there but there are outside picnic tables and a small shop selling snacks in the nearby filling station.

Highly recommend all exhibits. Roof top viewing center was excellent but we had a nice clear morning. Movie was super informative and the walkthrough history was neat. Love the tracking of the earthquakes in the last 48 hours.

Educational, entertaining and very good set up. cinema room also great. Helpful and very skilled staff.

Worth a visit if you are in the area. Stunning visuals and fun interactive educational parts. Only thing is that the website stated you would see molten lava created there, but that's not true. Also, cafe is shut over winter season.

Maria was super helpful giving my five and seven year old a guided tour when we came in late in the day. The experience is well worth the price. And my daughter learned a lot and stay engaged. Reserve at least an hour. exhibition experience is likely too intense for five year olds.