Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Tórshavn travel guide

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You're Going to Love Tórshavn

With 13,200 inhabitants, Tórshavn is the most populous city in the Faroe Islands. It is the most popular tourist destination in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Tórshavn to see all of its attractions.

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When to visit Tórshavn

Tórshavn in March
Estimated hotel price
AED 458
1 night at 3-star hotel
Tórshavn in March
Estimated hotel price
AED 458
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Tórshavn

Plane

Although Tórshavn doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Sørvágur Vágar (FAE), which is located 17 miles from Tórshavn. The shortest flight to Tórshavn from the United Arab Emirates departs from Dubai and takes around 25h 50m.

Plane

Although Tórshavn doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Sørvágur Vágar (FAE), which is located 17 miles from Tórshavn. The shortest flight to Tórshavn from the United Arab Emirates departs from Dubai and takes around 25h 50m.

Airports near Tórshavn

FAESørvágur Vágar

Airlines serving Tórshavn

KLM
Good (1,481 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,559 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,734 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,180 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,376 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,484 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,145 reviews)
Icelandair
Good (630 reviews)
Atlantic Airways
Excellent (24 reviews)
Wideroe
Excellent (52 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Tórshavn

Hiring a car in Tórshavn

The most frequently booked car type in Tórshavn is Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Kia Picanto or similar) is, on average, 34% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

The most frequently booked car type in Tórshavn is Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Kia Picanto or similar) is, on average, 34% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.