Where to go · MUSEUMS
The 7 best museums tours you can book today, with what each costs, how long it sails and who it suits. Number one is there for a reason, so start at the top.
See 23 life-size Icelandic whale species, watch moving documentaries, and use a multilingual audio guide at Reykjavik’s Whales of Iceland museum.
“Small place. Was mainly watching documentaries. Real size whale is impressive.”
Sail Faxaflói Bay for whales, dolphins, and porpoises, then explore 23 life-size models at Reykjavik’s Whales of Iceland museum.
“An amazing experience. The guide on the boat was very friendly and funny, and we were fortunate to see a humpback whale, dolphins, and porpoise. The museum was good but small, mainly models of whales bit still interesting to see.”
Review of Reykjavik whale watching and Whales of Iceland, with practical tips on sightings, weather, value, timing, and what to expect.
“Very cold and the sea was choppy but to be expected in the Atlantic. We go to see whales and dolphins.”
Review of Reykjavik’s deluxe whale-watching cruise and Whales of Iceland combo, with practical tips on sightings, timing, value, weather, and access.
“Excellent trip, seen humpback whale, minke whale and dolphins. Had a little shop onboard toilets & sea sickness tablets if needed. Advise: iceland class children 0-6 and youth 7-15. Confusion with tickets and had to pay extra while there.”
Review of Madeira Whale Museum in Caniçal, with life-size whales, 3D films, whaling history, audio guides, price, and practical tips.
See 13 real whale skeletons and explore Icelandic whaling, whale biology, behavior, and conservation at Húsavík Whale Museum.
Explore Mazatlán’s MUNBA whale museum for skeletons, whale songs, virtual reality, family exhibits, and marine conservation.
“Pretty cool whale museum with a moderate amount of things to see. Not huge but good enough for a few hours.”
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