Mykines Puffin Breeding Grounds
Region: Mykines Island
Nature
A birdwatching mecca where thousands of puffins nest on pristine cliffs.
Tourism in Faroe Islands
Explore notable sights and destinations in this country
Tourist attractions
Sørvágsvatn Lake (Leitisvatn)
Region: Vágar Island
Nature
Popular on social media as a "flying lake" that appears to float above the sea.
Múlafossur Waterfall
Region: Gásadalur, Vágar Island
Nature
A fantastical waterfall flowing directly from lake to sea.
Slættaratindur Mountain
Region: Eysturoy Island
Nature
The highest peak at 882m offering 360-degree panoramic views.
Tinganes Old Town
Region: Tórshavn
Cultural Heritage
One of the world's oldest parliamentary sites dating from the 11th century, with red-roofed wooden houses.
Kirkjubøur Historical Settlement
Region: Southern Streymoy Island
Cultural Heritage
Features medieval cathedral ruins and "Roykstovan", one of the oldest surviving wooden houses.
Saksun Inlet
Region: Streymoy Island
Nature
A picturesque lagoon that appears with tides and a turf-roofed settlement.
Kallur Lighthouse
Region: Kalsoy Island
Nature
A cliff-top lighthouse known as a filming location for dramas.
Gjógv Village
Region: Eysturoy Island
Cultural Heritage
A small village charming with its sea gorge "Gjógv" and colorful houses.
Vestmanna Sea Bird Cliff Cruise
Region: West coast of Streymoy Island
Nature
Boat tour around 600m high cliffs and countless seabird colonies.
Suggested itineraries
Streymoy-Vágar 3-Day Tour
Duration (days): 3
Highlights: Tórshavn exploration, Sørvágsvatn Lake trekking, Múlafossur Waterfall, Tinganes
A beginner-friendly plan efficiently touring western scenic spots based in the capital.
Northern Islands Scenic & Cultural 2-Day Trip
Duration (days): 2
Highlights: Klaksvík, Gjógv, Kallur Lighthouse trekking
Experience fishing village culture and cliff beauty crossing northern islands via ferry and subsea tunnels.
8-Day Grand Circle
Duration (days): 8
Highlights: Visit 10 of all 18 islands, Chain dance experience, Boat race viewing, Slættaratindur summit
Circle the islands by rental car for a long-stay journey enjoying traditional events and nature experiences to the fullest.
Travel tips
- Weather is said to cycle through four seasons in a day; waterproof and windproof clothing essential.
- Island-to-island travel has paid subsea tunnel sections, so prepare coins or card.
- Drone photography has many restricted areas including near airports, so check beforehand.
- Summer's white nights remain bright until around 11pm; eye mask is convenient.
- When driving rental cars, watch for sheep jumping out; speed limit is 80km/h maximum.
- Alcohol can be bought at supermarkets but Sunday sales are prohibited.
- Hiking trails have few markers and fog is common, so GPS essential.
- Voltage is 230V, Type F; don''t forget conversion plug.
- Cashless payments are widespread but small ferries may be cash-only.
- Islanders are proficient in English, but learning Faroese greetings makes a good impression.