Icelandic Phallological Museum, Natural history museum in Reykjavík, Iceland.
The Icelandic Phallological Museum is a natural history institution in Reykjavík devoted entirely to phallology, displaying specimens from whales, seals, and land mammals. The collection contains examples from 93 animal species, preserved in containers following scientific standards.
Sigurður Hjartarson established the museum in 1997 after he had begun collecting anatomical objects from different animal species during his youth. The institution later moved from its original location into a larger space in central Reykjavík.
The museum carries the Icelandic name Hið Íslenzka Reðasafn and addresses a subject rarely displayed openly anywhere in the world. Visitors encounter scientific specimens in a straightforward setting that presents the topic without taboo or drama.
The museum sits at Kalkofnsvegur 2 in the Hafnartorg district and opens daily. Visitors should plan around one hour for their visit and can explore the exhibition rooms at their own pace.
The collection ranges from a sperm whale specimen measuring 170 centimeters in length to a tiny hamster bone visible only under magnification. Some objects are attributed to legendary Icelandic beings such as elves and trolls, although their existence has never been proven.
Location: Reykjavík
Inception: 1997
Official opening: 1997
Accessibility: Wheelchair inaccessible
Fee: Yes
Address: Laugavegur 116
Opening Hours: 10:00-19:00
Website: https://phallus.is
GPS coordinates: 64.14847,-21.93576
Latest update: December 4, 2025 19:04
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