The National Museum of the Faroe Islands Tours

Home to a broad variety of one-of-a-kind objects and displays, The National Museum of the Faroe Islands is a fantastic place to discover more about a bygone era. See if there are any guided tours available or just roam around at your own pace.

You'll soon learn why this Hoyvík collection of historical artifacts is a hit with travelers. If you're looking for more to explore, The Nordic House, Torshavn Cathedral, and Fort Skansin are in this area too. They won't take you long to get to from The National Museum of the Faroe Islands.

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Hotel Brandan

Hotel Brandan

4.5 out of 5
per person
Oct 13 - Oct 19
found 7 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
New York (JFK) to Sorvagur (FAE)
9.2/10 Wonderful! (528 reviews)
Wonderful staff and location. Can walk down town which was very nice. Would stay again.

Reviewed on Jul 20, 2025

Hotel Hafnia

Hotel Hafnia

4 out of 5
Save 100% on your flight
per person
Oct 13 - Oct 19
found 7 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
New York (JFK) to Sorvagur (FAE)
9/10 Wonderful! (131 reviews)
Excellent location and value for the money. Everything in the city centre was walkabout from this hotel, plus multiple restaurant options nearby

Reviewed on May 23, 2025

Downtown - Jørgen-Frantz - Marina

Downtown - Jørgen-Frantz - Marina

3 out of 5
per person
Oct 13 - Oct 19
found 7 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
New York (JFK) to Sorvagur (FAE)
8/10 Very Good! (1 review)

Popular places to visit

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/

St Magnus Cathedral

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

Svartafoss Waterfall

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Svartafoss Waterfall during your travels in Hoyvík.

Svartafoss Waterfall

Tórsbreyt

Catch an event at Tórsbreyt during your trip to Tórshavn. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.

Tórsbreyt

The Nordic House

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at The Nordic House during your travels in Tórshavn. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.

The Nordic House

Torsvollur

Catch an event at Torsvollur during your trip to Tórshavn. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.

Torsvollur

Listasavn Føroya

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Listasavn Føroya in Tórshavn. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.

Listasavn Føroya

Best Lodging Options Near The National Museum of the Faroe Islands

Hotel Brandan

Hotel Brandan

4.5 out of 5
Oknarvegur 2, Tórshavn
Hotel Brandan
Hotel Føroyar

Hotel Føroyar

4.5 out of 5
Oyggjarvegur 45, Tórshavn
Hotel Føroyar
Hilton Garden Inn Faroe Islands

Hilton Garden Inn Faroe Islands

4.5 out of 5
Staravegur 13, Tórshavn
Hilton Garden Inn Faroe Islands
Hotel Tórshavn

Hotel Tórshavn

2.5 out of 5
Tórsgøta 4, Tórshavn
Hotel Tórshavn
Hotel Djurhuus

Hotel Djurhuus

3 out of 5
Yviri vith Strond 19, Tórshavn
Hotel Djurhuus
Hotel Hafnia

Hotel Hafnia

4 out of 5
4-10 Áarvegur, Tórshavn
Hotel Hafnia
Guesthouse In The Heart Of Tórshavn

Guesthouse In The Heart Of Tórshavn

2 out of 5
17 Tórsgøta, Tórshavn
Guesthouse In The Heart Of Tórshavn
The Bird / Guesthouse / 10 Min Walk Downtown

The Bird / Guesthouse / 10 Min Walk Downtown

2 out of 5
1 Fugloyarvegur, Tórshavn, Streymoy Region
The Bird / Guesthouse / 10 Min Walk Downtown
62N Guesthouse - City Center

62N Guesthouse - City Center

2 out of 5
14 Doktara Jakobsens gøta, Tórshavn
62N Guesthouse - City Center
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