Private and Guided Walking Tórshavn City Tour
Overview
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1 hour 30 minutes
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We’ve crammed our favourite sites and landmarks in Tórshavn into a great sub 2-hour city tour. Highlights of Tórshavn is the go-to option for curious souls looking to explore the history and culture of Tórshavn, led by a qualified local guide. As with our other tours, Tórshavn City Walk is set at a comfortable pace with plenty of time for questions and taking photographs at each stop. The tour takes in key sites including the parliament, the cathedral, the old town and site of the ancient parliament and the fortifications at Skansin. By the end of the tour, you will have gained an in-depth insight into the history, culture and events that have shaped our city and its people.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Skansin Fortress
Skansin, located in the heart of Tórshavn, is a historic fortress offering stunning views of the harbor and the surrounding landscape. Built in the late 16th century to defend the Faroe Islands from pirates, it later played a role in World War II as a British military base. Today, visitors can explore its well-preserved cannons, walls, and lighthouse while taking in the rich history and picturesque scenery.
Tinganes
Tinganes, the historic center of Tórshavn, is one of the world’s oldest parliamentary meeting places, dating back over 1,000 years. Nestled on a small peninsula, its red wooden buildings and narrow streets are where Viking chieftains gathered to establish the first laws of the Faroe Islands. Today, it remains the seat of the Faroese government, blending ancient tradition with modern politics.
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Private and Guided Walking Tórshavn City Tour
What‘s Included
Private Local Guide
All Fees and Taxes
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Reviews
3 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Delightful Tour
Jon P,Jun 11, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Delightful and very insightful tour. It’s always nice to have a tour guide that is immersed in the local culture and knows so many people. I would highly recommend.
We really enjoyed our...
Sara G,Sep 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We really enjoyed our tour with Marita! She was very knowledgeable, welcomed questions of all sorts and has some great recommendations. We enjoyed getting a history of Tórshavn and the broader Faroe Islands. We would recommend a tour with Marita!
We didn't realise it was...
Emily L,Jun 1, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We didn't realise it was a public holiday on the day of our tour. There was no public transport to take us to the meeting point. We arrived late and furthermore, the weather was unfavourable. But we ended up in an amazing cafe with Birita, our guide, and spent the rest of the tour chinwagging over a good breakfast and had our own unique 'tour' instead. :)
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