Travel guide · Faroe Islands
Faroe Islands: what to see and when to go
The Faroe Islands are 18 volcanic islands between Iceland and Norway, with grass-roofed villages, towering sea cliffs and more sheep than people. The weather is wild and changeable, and the scenery is among the most dramatic in the North Atlantic.
What to see and do in the Faroe Islands
Múlafossur, Gásadalur
A waterfall dropping straight into the ocean below a tiny village.
Sørvágsvatn
The lake that seems to hover above the sea, reached on a cliff walk.
Saksun and Tjørnuvík
A turf-roofed church above a tidal lagoon, and a black-sand beach with surf.
Mykines
Puffin colonies from May to August, by ferry or helicopter.
Tórshavn
One of the world's smallest capitals, with turf-roofed government buildings on Tinganes.
Best time to go
Getting there
| From | Flight time | Return flight |
|---|---|---|
| London | 2 hr, 15 min | ≈ €130 · See flights |
| New York | 7 hr | ≈ €410 · See flights |
| Los Angeles | 10 hr, 30 min | ≈ €540 · See flights |
| Dubai | 8 hr, 30 min | ≈ €490 · See flights |
| Singapore | 14 hr, 30 min | ≈ €640 · See flights |
| Sydney | 21 hr, 45 min | ≈ €810 · See flights |
3 nights from London: ≈ €500 per person, flight and stay included.
Per person. Estimates from distance and local prices; real fares depend on your dates.
Essentials
- Country
- Faroe Islands
- Currency
- Danish Krone
- Good for
- nature · wild · mountains
- How long to stay
- 4–6 days
- Where to stay
- Tórshavn for restaurants and connections; a guesthouse on Vágar, near the airport, for the western sights.Find a place to stay in the Faroe Islands
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Frequently asked questions
What's the weather like in the Faroe Islands and when should you go?
Average highs range from 5° in January to 11° in July.
How many days do you need in the Faroe Islands?
4 to 6 days is enough to see the essentials without rushing.
What does a few days in the Faroe Islands cost?
Accommodation runs at around €120 per person per night. 3 nights from London: ≈ €500 per person, flight and stay included. The flight from London takes about 2 hr, 15 min.
Where should you stay in the Faroe Islands?
Tórshavn for restaurants and connections; a guesthouse on Vágar, near the airport, for the western sights.
