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Visitor center · Ilulissat, Avannaata
Ilulissat Icefjord Centre
Visitor centre at the town’s southern exit, with an exhibition about the ice, the glacier and life beside the fjord. It is the starting point for the trails to the viewpoints.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
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About Ilulissat Icefjord Centre
The Ilulissat Icefjord Centre sits on the edge of town where the Sermermiut valley begins. The long, low building has a curved roof that can be walked on and serves as a viewpoint over the bay and the fjord entrance.
Inside, an exhibition explains how the ice cap forms, why the Sermeq Kujalleq glacier moves so fast and how icebergs reach Disko Bay. Another section tells the story of people who lived in the region, from ancient cultures to today’s residents, and the work of scientists who study the fjord.
The centre is the gateway to the UNESCO trails: the Sermermiut boardwalk and the longer colour‑marked trails start beside the building. There are also restrooms and information about weather and trail conditions.
It’s worth stopping at the centre before a walk to understand what you will see, or afterwards to rest and warm up.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
About one hour for the exhibition; add the time for any trails that start there.
Best time
Before setting out for the trails to learn about the place, or late in the afternoon. Opening hours change with the season: check before you go.
How to get there
From Ilulissat town centre it’s about a 30‑minute walk along the road heading south, or a few minutes by taxi.
Tip
The building’s roof is an open viewpoint: climb the external stairs to see the fjord entrance even without entering the exhibition.
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Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Ilulissat Icefjord Centre
What’s in the Ilulissat Icefjord Centre?
An exhibition about the ice sheet, the Sermeq Kujalleq glacier and the region’s history, plus information for the trails and a roof that serves as a viewpoint.
Do you need a ticket for the Icefjord Centre?
The exhibition charges an entry fee: check the current rates. The trails that begin beside the building are open without a ticket.
Where is the Icefjord Centre located?
At the southern exit of Ilulissat, at the start of the Sermermiut valley, about a half-hour walk from the town center.