Top 10 Free Things to do in Tórshavn, Streymoy

September 21, 2021 Rosalyn Ihle

Discover the best top things to do in Tórshavn, Faroe Islands including Tinganes, Vioarlundin Park, Mariukirkjan, Mikkeller, Torshavn Cathedral, The Nordic House, Hoyvikar Kirkja, Vesturkirkjan Church, Skansin Fortress, Visit Torshavn.
Restaurants in Torshavn

1. Tinganes

Torshavn, Streymoy Faroe Islands http://www.tinganes.fo/
Excellent
55%
Good
37%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
0%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 348 reviews

Tinganes

The attractive, historic centre of Torshavn, with old grass-roofed buildings. The headquarters of the Faroese Government is based here.

Reviewed By earthtravelller

Lovely picturesque compact area in the centre of Torshavn between the two harbours and steeped in history. This is the location of the Faroese Parliament and Government buildings, narrow cobbled streets, grass roofed cottages and a photographic opportunity at every turn. Well maintained and a living area with residents rather than a museum, an absolute must see in this tiny capital.

2. Vioarlundin Park

Vidarlundin, Torshavn, Streymoy 100 Faroe Islands
Excellent
47%
Good
40%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 70 reviews

Vioarlundin Park

3. Mariukirkjan

Mariugota 4, Torshavn, Streymoy 100 Faroe Islands http://www.katolsk.fo/_sgg/f10000.htm
Excellent
79%
Good
14%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 14 reviews

Mariukirkjan

4. Mikkeller

Gongin 2, Torshavn, Streymoy 100 Faroe Islands +298 411500 [email protected] http://mikkeller.fo/mikkeller/
Excellent
57%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
5%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 21 reviews

Mikkeller

Reviewed By markkH2223ND

Really fun friendly bar with wide variety of local beers. Flights available. We also happened on trivia night which was fun although we underperformed. Definitely should visit!

5. Torshavn Cathedral

Bryggjubakki, Torshavn, Streymoy Faroe Islands
Excellent
34%
Good
38%
Satisfactory
19%
Poor
7%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 142 reviews

Torshavn Cathedral

Reviewed By Iepurica

I can’t be otherwise than highly amused about people who call it “ordinary” or who complain about the church being closed. Faroe Islands can have monumental churches like France or Italy and people should be aware they come to a minuscule place in the middle of nowhere (which became developed in the past 70 years maybe) and have less expectations of grandeour. And by the way, there is no wonder the churches started being closed, unfortunately the vandalism is not uncommon among tourists, especially in the past few years since their numbers grew. 15years ago this wasn’t an issue. Dómskirkjan is a beautiful 17th century church, beautifully handcrafted. Something worth visiting actually, if one has the patience to catch it open. PS. One was complaining about the National Museum being “in another city”, which sounds like people would be forced to travel distances to see it. Which is rather incorrect, as it is in Hoyvík, which is part of the Tórshavn municipality and it is adiacent to the main town.

6. The Nordic House

Nordari Ringvegur 14, Torshavn, Streymoy 100 Faroe Islands +298 351351 [email protected] http://www.nlh.fo/
Excellent
35%
Good
44%
Satisfactory
19%
Poor
3%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 153 reviews

The Nordic House

Reviewed By riccimatthieu - Nice, France

Very well designed, the Nordic house promotes the nordic and faroese culture in an absolutely beautiful designed settign and scenery. The bar is very pleasant : our hot chocolate in front of the Torshavn skyline was the perfect way to end the day.

7. Hoyvikar Kirkja

Kirkjustraeti 8, Torshavn, Streymoy Faroe Islands
Excellent
14%
Good
57%
Satisfactory
21%
Poor
7%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 14 reviews

Hoyvikar Kirkja

8. Vesturkirkjan Church

Torshavn, Streymoy Faroe Islands [email protected] http://www.folkakirkjan.fo/Default.aspx?pageid=6431
Excellent
29%
Good
43%
Satisfactory
24%
Poor
5%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 21 reviews

Vesturkirkjan Church

9. Skansin Fortress

Havnargata, Torshavn, Streymoy Faroe Islands
Excellent
30%
Good
45%
Satisfactory
25%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 155 reviews

Skansin Fortress

Reviewed By kr0elle - Amman, Jordan

From Skansin you have a nice view onto business at the ferryport and Helsoy island (if weather permits). The climb up is easy and it is free of charge.

10. Visit Torshavn

Niels Finsens goeta 17, Torshavn, Streymoy 100 Faroe Islands +298 302425 [email protected] https://www.facebook.com/visittorshavn/?ref=br_rs
Excellent
31%
Good
47%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
5%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 95 reviews

Visit Torshavn

Reviewed By travelbug1261

With only 21000 people this is a small town, but friendly and the free red buses are great and allows you to travel around with ease. Particularly liked no. 6 bus which took us to kirkabour- very atmospheric. Apparently good 2 hour walk, but the bus was welcome on the day we went as it was very wet and windy. Helpful tourist info centre

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