What to do and see in Tórshavn, Streymoy: The Best Sights & Landmarks

July 9, 2021 Agatha Simes

Discover the best top things to do in Tórshavn, Faroe Islands including Tinganes, Mariukirkjan, Gundadalur Stadium, The Faroese Parliament, Torshavn Cathedral, The Nordic House, Hoyvikar Kirkja, Vesturkirkjan Church, Skansin Fortress.
Restaurants in Torshavn

1. Tinganes

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

3. Gundadalur Stadium

Torshavn, Streymoy Faroe Islands
Excellent
50%
Good
50%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
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0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 4 reviews

Gundadalur Stadium

4. The Faroese Parliament

Tinghusvegur 1, Torshavn, Streymoy 100 Faroe Islands https://www.logting.fo/files/File/2016/Faldari%202016/Faldari%20Logtingi%20hefti%20UK.pdf
Excellent
67%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
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0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 6 reviews

The Faroese Parliament

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.

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