Faroe Islands
Overview
The forgotten Faroes are just a short flight from the UK, yet they’re way off the standard traveller’s radar. Adrift in the frothing swells of the north Atlantic, this mysterious 18-piece jigsaw puzzle of islands is at once ancient and very modern. Multicoloured cottages and grass-roofed wooden churches add focus to the grandly stark, treeless moorlands. Timeless networks of cairn-marked footpaths crisscross craggy layer-cake mountains. But even the tiniest once-inaccessible hamlets are now linked by a remarkable series of road-tunnels. And even as you bob around the dramatic fjords on a 70-year-old wooden sloop, your mobile phone is never likely to lose its signal.
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Planning Tools
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Best Things to Do
Planning a trip to the Faroe Islands? Start with our ten must-do activities from at-home dining to hiking trails.
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Best Places to Visit
From plunging waterfalls and remote beaches to superb restaurants in the capital Tórshavn, here are the best places to visit in the Faroe Islands.
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Best Time to Visit
When should you visit the Faroe Islands? From key puffin-watching months to seasonal treats and major annual events, we’ve got your trip covered.
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Things to Know
From packing to health care, we’ve got your most common Faroe Islands questions covered.
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Transportation
From ferries and scenic drives to undersea roundabouts and helicopter rides, here’s how to get around in the Faroe Islands.
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Money and Costs
Heading to the Faroe Islands? Here are some handy tips to help make your money go further.
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Traveling with Kids
The Faroe Islands are perfect for families who love fresh air, outdoor fun and freedom. Here are the best things to do with kids on the archipelago.
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