Get a very introductive presentation of the history and culture of the Faroe Islands in this very informative National History Museum
The permanent exhibition at the National Museum offers an experience of the geology, botany, zoology, archeology, folk-life and history of the Faroe Islands. Among the cultural treasures in the exhibition, you will find the original Faroese rowing boat, the full collection of the legendary 15th century Kirkjubøur benches, a variety of national costumes and interesting findings from the Viking era. You can also experience a journey through the natural and geological history of the Faroe Islands with its mammal and bird life and the volcanic geological origin of the islands.
PRICE
Children (0-18 years) Free
Adults 80 DKK, Seniors 50 DKK, Students 50 DKK
Groups 50 DKK (min. 10)
Brekkutún 6
188 Tórshavn
+298 318076
savn@savn.fo
Opening hours
Thursday – Sunday (1 Oct-30 April): 13:00 – 17:00
Monday – Sunday (1 May-30 Sept): 10:00 – 17:00
1. January: Closed
Easter days and holidays: 13:00 – 17:00
Christmas 24.+25.+26.: Closed
31 December: Closed
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