Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting 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 November
Estimated hotel price
C$ 166
1 night at 3-star hotel
Tórshavn in November
Estimated hotel price
C$ 166
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 Canada departs from Toronto and takes around 15h 20m.

Car

Another option to get to Tórshavn is to pick up a car rental from Sørvágur, which is about 28 km from Tórshavn. You’ll find branches of Budget and Sixt, among others, in Sørvágur.

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 Canada departs from Toronto and takes around 15h 20m.

Car

Another option to get to Tórshavn is to pick up a car rental from Sørvágur, which is about 28 km from Tórshavn. You’ll find branches of Budget and Sixt, among others, in Sørvágur.

Airports near Tórshavn

FAESørvágur Vágar

Airlines serving Tórshavn

KLM
Good (1,527 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,603 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,818 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,198 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,406 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,487 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,543 reviews)
Icelandair
Good (673 reviews)
Atlantic Airways
Excellent (24 reviews)
Wideroe
Excellent (56 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Tórshavn

Most booked hotels in Tórshavn

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Hotel Foroyar, an Ascend Collection Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
C$ 390+
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Hotel Tórshavn
3 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
C$ 332+
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Renting a car in Tórshavn

Renting a car in Tórshavn costs C$ 171 per day, on average, or C$ 683 if you want to rent it for 4 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 4% cheaper than airport locations 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 rental cars (Toyota Aygo or similar) are, on average, 32% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Tórshavn costs C$ 171 per day, on average, or C$ 683 if you want to rent it for 4 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 4% cheaper than airport locations 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 rental cars (Toyota Aygo or similar) are, on average, 32% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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