Kirkjubøur

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Two churches are located at Kyrkjebø, St. Magnus Cathedral, built around the year 1300 and Olavskirken from year 1111, named after Olav Tryggvason and is the only medieval church still in use on the Faroe Islands. This is Olavskirken. Read more on: http://www.travelwithallsenses.com/faroe-islands-treat-for-all-senses/
Two churches are located at Kyrkjebø, St. Magnus Cathedral, built around the year 1300 and Olavskirken from year 1111, named after Olav Tryggvason and is the only medieval church still in use on the Faroe Islands. This is Olavskirken. Read more on: http://www.travelwithallsenses.com/faroe-islands-treat-for-all-senses/
The hike from Torshavn to the old bishopric and royal residence where the Norwegian King Sverre grew up, takes a few hours. In the Middle Ages Kyrkjebo was the cultural and religious center in the Faroe Islands. The old log house is told to be Europe’s oldest timber building, around 900 years old. John Patursson is the host and farmer at Kyrkjebo, he’s 17. generation onsite. Read more on: http://www.travelwithallsenses.com/faroe-islands-treat-for-all-senses/
Hotel Føroyar

Hotel Føroyar

4.5 out of 5
Oyggjarvegur 45 Tórshavn
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8.6/10 Excellent! (824 reviews)
Everthing is perfect from friendly staff to all the facilities are top

Reviewed on 28 September 2025

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Hilton Garden Inn Faroe Islands

Hilton Garden Inn Faroe Islands

4.5 out of 5
Staravegur 13 Tórshavn
The price is SAR 409 per night from Feb 12 to Feb 13
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12 Feb - 13 Feb
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Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Tórshavn. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (478 reviews)
Room was good and clean. Staff extremely professional, food was good and our waitress was very observant and presented.

Reviewed on 18 January 2026

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Hotel Brandan

Hotel Brandan

4.5 out of 5
Oknarvegur 2 Tórshavn
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Tórshavn. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 hot tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (611 reviews)
Pænt og rent, god beliggenhed, godt personale og rigtig god service

Reviewed on 15 November 2025

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Guesthouse In Tórshavn Centre

Guesthouse In Tórshavn Centre

2 out of 5
7 Niels Winthersgøta Tórshavn
Stay at this aparthotel in Tórshavn. Enjoy free WiFi. Popular attractions Glarsmiðjan and Focus Gallery are located nearby.
6.6/10 (20 reviews)
Stay Torshavn
This is an excellent location, near to shops, restaurants and historic sites. The room, shared bathroom and public areas were clean with cooking and eating supplies.My frustration was the lack of a convenient wall outlet to charge a phone and bright bedside table lamps.

Reviewed on 26 June 2025

Guesthouse In Tórshavn Centre
Cosy big room with minikitchen in charming Miðvágur

Cosy big room with minikitchen in charming Miðvágur

Miðvágur Vágar
Stay at this apartment in Miðvágur. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Trælanípa and Trøllkonufingur are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
Compact apartment that has all you need. Even though toilet/shower is downstairs it is not a problem.

Reviewed on 1 September 2025

Cosy big room with minikitchen in charming Miðvágur
Stadium - Central - Park - Art Gallery

Stadium - Central - Park - Art Gallery

3.5 out of 5
89 Tinghúsvegur Tórshavn Streymoy
Stay at this apartment in Tórshavn. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and balconies. Popular attractions Vidarlundin í Havn Park and Listasavn Føroya are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews)
Location close to bus stop 13 made it very easy for tour pickups as well as easy walking distance to local buses and shopping. Everything we needed was there. Being able to store luggage before checkin and after checkout is a convenience not to be underestimated.

Reviewed on 30 August 2025

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St Magnus Cathedral

5/5(1 review)

Learn about the local history of Kirkjubøur when you spend time at St Magnus Cathedral. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.

St Magnus Cathedral