Tinganes
The old-town peninsula, with red and black wooden houses with turf roofs, the historic seat of Faroese government.
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Tórshavn: airports, things to do and where to stay
Tórshavn is the capital of the Faroe Islands, a self-governing part of the Kingdom of Denmark, on the east coast of the island of Streymoy. It is one of the world's smallest capitals, with an old town of wooden houses with turf roofs.
Tórshavn airports
From the airport to central Tórshavn
Vágar airport is about 27 km from central Tórshavn.
Strandfaraskip Landsins
A public bus (route 300) runs between the airport and Tórshavn through the Vágar undersea tunnel. Times are usually coordinated with flights, but check them before you travel.
Taxi
Taxis wait outside the terminal, or can be booked in advance. It is the easiest way to reach Tórshavn (about 45 km).
Tórshavn
Things to do in Tórshavn
Havnar Kirkja
Tórshavn's white cathedral, dating from the 18th century, in the centre of the town.
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Skansin
The fortress above the harbour, with old cannons and a lighthouse, and good views of the sea.
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Múlafossur (Gásadalur)
The waterfall that drops into the sea beside the village of Gásadalur, on the island of Vágar, near the airport.
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Which airport serves Tórshavn?
Tórshavn is served by Vágar (FAE).
How far is the airport from central Tórshavn?
Vágar airport is about 27 km from central Tórshavn.
How do I get from the airport to central Tórshavn?
From Vágar airport you can take Strandfaraskip Landsins (bus) and Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
What are the must-sees in Tórshavn?
Highlights of Tórshavn include Tinganes, Havnar Kirkja, Skansin, and Múlafossur (Gásadalur).
Photo credits
- Tinganes: Zairon, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Havnar Kirkja: Henrik Dvergsdal, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Skansin: Erik Christensen, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Múlafossur (Gásadalur): Ypsln, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons