Best time to visit
21 things to do in Faroe Islands
New Year Celebrations in Vágur
The festivities involve throwing torches on the wooden boats, carrying flags, putting up the gates, and singing
Diving
The Faroe Islands have their own underwater wonders. The plentitude of sea flora and fauna is an amazing sight, with the cleanest waters around
Grækarismessa: The Arrival of the Oystercatchers
Welcome the arrival of the Oystercatcher, and perhaps you will find your fortune!
Seaman's Day or Sjómannadagur
Since fishing industry on the Faroe Islands is its main business, it actually takes a whole weekend to show and tell about the seaman's life in Klaksvík
Tradition or Savagery? Grindadráp!
The national hunting and eating of the pilot whales for many people may seem an oddity, but for Faroese this has been a long time tradition
Lake Sørvágsvatn
The optical illusion makes it look like the lake is just hanging above the ocean. What could be a better setting for the largest lake of the Faroe Islands?
Northern Lights in the Faroe Islands
See aurora borealis on Faroes in the gloomy winter days to omit touristic seasons and witness the best views
Summer
The Faroese summer does not look too summerly. But the crowds of tourists which arrive in big numbers will let you know the season has started
Rowing Competitions or Kappróður
Wooden boat racing competition—a little bit of sporting excitment
Migrant Birds
Go see the most amazing birds in the world and surround yourself with the very distinct sounds of their songs
Olavsoka
Olavsoka is a traditional festival that cherishes unity and connectedness of everyone living on the same ground: no matter who you are and where you are you can't miss the feeling of togetherness with this little nation!
Múlafossur Waterfall
There isn't a patch on this waterfall in all of the Faroe Islands
Kallur Lighthouse
A picturesque place in the Faroe Islands, captivating with its chilly northern beauty
Slættaratindur
Experience an incredible ascent to the highest mountain of the Faroe Islands, or simply enjoy its view from a distance
Cape Enniberg
Visit The world's tallest vertical sea cliff to enjoy the magnificent scenery of the Faroe Islands
Eiði and Risin og Kellingin Sea Stacks
The two sea stacks of basalt formations are fascinating not only for their landscape but also for their legend
Tjørnuvík
The northernmost village on the Streymoy Island and one of the oldest villages in the Faroe Islands
Tindhólmur
A unique island, one side of which is covered with lush green hills, while the other consists of sheer basalt cliffs
Lake Sørvágsvatn (Lake Leitisvatn)
The largest lake in the Faroe Islands with an optical illusion
G! Festival
Experience an exceptional music festival in the unforgettable location of the Faroe Islands