Visit open-air museum at Iron Age Farm
Stavanger, Norway • 
Must Do
Must DoStavanger, Norway
Must Do
Best months to visit
Jul, Aug
12°C – 17°C, july is characterized by mild temperatures with average highs around 17°c and lows near 12°c, high crowds, peak season
12°C – 17°C, july is characterized by mild temperatures with average highs around 17°c and lows near 12°c, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
No
Walking may be required
Walking may be required
Hours of operation
Monday
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
In-depth experience
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When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
February
LOW
0-5°C
February remains cold in Stavanger, with temperatures between -0.5°C and 4.5°C. Precipitation averages 87mm over 14.8 days, with occasional snowfall.
February remains cold in Stavanger, with temperatures between -0.5°C and 4.5°C. Precipitation averages 87mm over 14.8 days, with occasional snowfall.
Closed
The Iron Age Farm is seasonally closed during the winter months and will reopen on 2 May 2025. It is open for booked groups and school classes year-round.
The Iron Age Farm is seasonally closed during the winter months and will reopen on 2 May 2025. It is open for booked groups and school classes year-round.
Not recommended
February is not recommended for visiting the Iron Age Farm due to its closure and the cold, wet weather.
February is not recommended for visiting the Iron Age Farm due to its closure and the cold, wet weather.
March
LOW
1-7°C
March sees a slight warming trend, with temperatures ranging from 1.0°C to 6.9°C. Precipitation averages 69mm over 14.8 days, with diminishing snowfall.
March sees a slight warming trend, with temperatures ranging from 1.0°C to 6.9°C. Precipitation averages 69mm over 14.8 days, with diminishing snowfall.
Closed
The Iron Age Farm is seasonally closed during the winter months and will reopen on 2 May 2025. It is open for booked groups and school classes year-round.
The Iron Age Farm is seasonally closed during the winter months and will reopen on 2 May 2025. It is open for booked groups and school classes year-round.
Not recommended
March is not ideal for visiting the Iron Age Farm due to its closure and the cool, wet weather conditions.
March is not ideal for visiting the Iron Age Farm due to its closure and the cool, wet weather conditions.
April
LOW
4-11°C
April brings milder temperatures, ranging from 3.8°C to 10.6°C. It is the driest month, with 68mm of precipitation over 14.7 days, and daylight hours increase significantly.
April brings milder temperatures, ranging from 3.8°C to 10.6°C. It is the driest month, with 68mm of precipitation over 14.7 days, and daylight hours increase significantly.
Closed
The Iron Age Farm is seasonally closed during the winter months and will reopen on 2 May 2025. It is open for booked groups and school classes year-round.
The Iron Age Farm is seasonally closed during the winter months and will reopen on 2 May 2025. It is open for booked groups and school classes year-round.
Not recommended
April offers improved weather conditions, but the Iron Age Farm remains closed to the general public until May.
April offers improved weather conditions, but the Iron Age Farm remains closed to the general public until May.
May
LOW
8-11°C
May in Stavanger experiences mild temperatures with average highs around 10.5°C and lows near 7.8°C. Rainfall is moderate, occurring over approximately 14.8 days, totaling about 52mm.
May in Stavanger experiences mild temperatures with average highs around 10.5°C and lows near 7.8°C. Rainfall is moderate, occurring over approximately 14.8 days, totaling about 52mm.
Open
Open daily from May 2 to August 31, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Weekdays from May 2 – June 20: The longhouses are open with a museum host.
Open daily from May 2 to August 31, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Weekdays from May 2 – June 20: The longhouses are open with a museum host.
Recommended
May offers a pleasant climate with fewer crowds, making it an ideal time to visit the Iron Age Farm. Visitors can enjoy the reconstructed farmstead and learn about life during the Migration Period.
May offers a pleasant climate with fewer crowds, making it an ideal time to visit the Iron Age Farm. Visitors can enjoy the reconstructed farmstead and learn about life during the Migration Period.
How to get there
Bus
Recommended
Several bus lines service the area surrounding the Iron Age Farm. Bus line X60 offers a direct route, with a stop conveniently named Jernaldergården, located just a 4-minute walk from the museum's entrance. Other viable bus routes include numbers 4, 6, and 7. From the city center, buses can be boarded at stops such as Kongsgata (for line 4) and stop H (for lines X60, 6, and 7).
Car
Recommended
The Iron Age Farm is easily reachable by car. The primary route from the Stavanger city center would involve navigating towards the Ullandhaug area. There is limited parking available directly at the visitor center. However, additional paid parking can be found at the nearby University of Stavanger in the designated guest parking area "gjesteparkering 5," which is a short walk from the museum.
Taxi
Recommended
A taxi provides the quickest means of reaching the Iron Age Farm from the city center, with an approximate travel time of 5 minutes. Taxis can drop passengers off near the main entrance of the visitor center.
Train
The nearest train station is Paradis Stasjon. The L5 train line serves this station. From Paradis Stasjon, it is approximately a 15-minute walk to the Iron Age Farm.
Walking
The walk from the city center to the Iron Age Farm is approximately 4.1 kilometers and would take around 49 minutes.
Additional info
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Pregnancy
Not suitable for pregnancy
Not allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets not allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required
