Tórshavn: City Highlights Walking Tour

Join a local guide for a walking tour of Tórshavn and explore the city's top landmarks. Discover the historic fortress of Skansin, the wooden buildings of Tinganes, and the charming old town of Reyn.
Explore the history and culture of Tórshavn on a guided walking tour. Visit key sites including the parliament, the cathedral, the old town, and the site of the ancient parliament.

Meet your guide in the city center and set off on a comfortable-paced walking tour. Stop at the parliament, the cathedral, the old town, and the site of the ancient parliament.

Continue to the fortifications at Skansin. Learn about the history of the fortress, which was 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.

Explore its well-preserved cannons, walls, and lighthouse while taking in the rich history and picturesque scenery. Next, head to Tinganes, the historic center of Tórshavn.

Admire its red wooden buildings and narrow streets, 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.

Continue to Reyn, the old town of Tórshavn, a charming neighborhood where the traditional Faroese way of life comes alive. Its narrow, winding streets are lined with centuries-old wooden houses, many with iconic grass roofs and vibrant colors.

A stroll through Reyn feels like stepping back in time, as you experience the atmosphere of a bygone era while still being in the heart of the city. At the end of the tour, your guide will lead you to the city center, where you'll find a vibrant hub of arts and crafts shops showcasing local artisans' work.

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.