Geothermal Power Plant Tour: Learn about Sustainable Energy Production in Iceland
4.3
27 Ratings
Selfoss

Experience the wonders of geothermal energy production in Iceland on a self-guided audio tour of a sustainable power plant. Learn about CO2 storage and enjoy stunning Icelandic landscapes.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • The Geothermal Energy Exhibition - Experience first-hand how green, sustainable energy is produced at one of the largest single-site geothermal power plant on the planet, Hellisheiði ON Power plant. Audio guides are available for all visitors to download and our friendly staff is on-site to answer any questions you may have during the visit. You…
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What's Included
  • Entry into the exhibition
  • Free parking
  • Audio-guide available for all visitors
Additional Information

The exhibition on geothermal energy offers visitors a splendid chance to gain insights into the creation of Iceland’s renowned sustainable energy. Visitors will also become aware of our collaboration with Carbfix, a front-runner in tackling the climate crisis through CO2 sequestration. The power station stands as one of the world’s largest geothermal…

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Location
The Geothermal Energy Exhibition
Hellisheiðarvirkjun
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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U2597jcsandram
Sep 19, 2024
Very Interesting - My husband has wanted to see this for many years. So we did a self drive on Golden circle in order to stop here. It was very informative & interesting. Highly recommend. We learned that this is a process in order to get the power & heating. More complicated than I had imagined. Iceland does a great job of using their natural resources.
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Monica_p
Sep 17, 2024
Very informative.... - Very informative. Recommend getting the headsets-no extra cost- as you will get more detailed information than the displays alone. Took us about an hour to do.
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Francine
Jun 1, 2024
Interesting museum - Interesting museum with information about geothermal energy production in Iceland; audio tour easy-to-follow; good indoor activity on a rainy day
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317callumi
May 3, 2024
Short but sweet! - We went to the Geothermal Exhibition at Hellisheidi Power Plant at the end of April. It's really easy to get to and there is loads of parking. The exhibit itself has a great mix of geology and engineering and the information is communicated at an effective level for the average tourist and the seasoned professional! The infographics and displays are very cleverly put together and the whole thing doesn't take too long to get round so you don't get over saturated. The staff were very welcoming, extremely knowledgeable and answered all our questions. If you are passing, definitely give it a visit!
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Lisa_m
Apr 11, 2024
Geothermal Technology made simple - The facility state of the art with easy to understand displays throughout the tour; the staff is extremely knowledgeable and friendly
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Nancykaymar
Jan 6, 2024
Very educational - What a find if you are doing the Golden Circle. Everything you ever wanted to know about Geothermal Energy as well as conservation efforts in I eland. Helpful staff and interactive exhibits,
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Lomitamike
Oct 6, 2023
See the important work Iceland is doing in renewable energy and carbon capture. - The geothermal exhibition should be an important stop to those interested in and concerned about renewable energy and carbon capture. We were able to see interactive schematics on how household water is heated for use (Except in Reykjavik, which now explains why the hot water is sulfurous smelling!), and a cool byproduct of their power generation, which is carbon and sulfur capture. Carbon dioxide is forced into the ground and within a short period of time (a couple years) converts to Calcite, similarly sulfur is converted to Pyrite. As well, it's a working plant, so you can see all the piping, turbines, etc. They have a very nice display of relevant rocks and minerals, a plus since the private rock museum in Hveragerdi is now closed.
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Williamsm29hu
Sep 25, 2024
Interesting Though Rather Technical - Stopped in to visit a working geothermal facility. They offered a 15 minute description of plant operations and the history of geothermal in Iceland. The talk was quite technical so my absorption was limited. Still interesting. There are some good exhibits as well.
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Zoe
Feb 6, 2024
Good as part of a tour - This is a great stop on another tour. We were planning to tag this onto the end of our GC tour, but bad weather meant we went first thing and then were advised to head back to the city by 11am! This is an honest review. It's not worth driving out just to see this alone... try and tag onto another tour. We got there the same time as a school trip, so we got to listen to a talk, which was interesting, and the lady hosting was super engaging and clearly loved her job. The actual exhibition is small on 1 floor and doesn't take long to see. If anyone watched the Zac Efron documentary and expected the same experience, you might be disappointed. Overall, it was good to visit and learn considering the importance of the place to Reykjavik and iceland but not overwhelming
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Pocojoe
Oct 15, 2024
Infomercial - Paid admission for a public relations infomercial. While classed as a museum there are few artifacts. Mostly video projections of company staff. Example: much is made of the deep well that was drilled. How deep? Good luck finding out. It's mentioned verbally in the video. Bdid they hit their target 450 deg C goal? No idea. Please review what kids will actually learn before loading a bus to here. No experiential displays and what is presented is way abone a 12 years knowledge or interest.
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