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. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Tórshavn has to offer.

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When to visit Tórshavn

Tórshavn in January
Estimated hotel price
AED 405
1 night at 3-star hotel
Tórshavn in January
Estimated hotel price
AED 405
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 27 km from Tórshavn. The shortest flight to Tórshavn from the United Arab Emirates departs from Dubai and takes around 26h 25m.

Plane

Although Tórshavn doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Sørvágur Vágar (FAE), which is located 27 km from Tórshavn. The shortest flight to Tórshavn from the United Arab Emirates departs from Dubai and takes around 26h 25m.

Airports near Tórshavn

FAESørvágur Vágar

Airlines serving Tórshavn

KLM
Good (1,386 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,468 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,486 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,117 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,324 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,367 reviews)
Icelandair
Good (545 reviews)
Atlantic Airways
Excellent (21 reviews)
Wideroe
Excellent (49 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 Compact (Volkswagen Polo or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Toyota Aygo or similar) is, on average, 32% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

The most frequently booked car type in Tórshavn is Compact (Volkswagen Polo or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Toyota Aygo or similar) is, on average, 32% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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