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

Tórshavn travel guide

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With 13,200 inhabitants, Tórshavn is the most populous city in the Faroe Islands.

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When to visit Tórshavn

Tórshavn in November
Estimated hotel price
$188
1 night at 3-star hotel
Tórshavn in November
Estimated hotel price
$188
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.

Plane

Although Tórshavn doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Sørvágur Vágar (FAE), which is located 17 miles from Tórshavn.

Airports near Tórshavn

FAESørvágur Vágar

Airlines serving Tórshavn

KLM
Good (1,471 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,546 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,715 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,184 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,371 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,475 reviews)
Icelandair
Good (622 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 Compact (Volkswagen T-Cross 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 T-Cross 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.