Vøienvolden gård, Oslo: Visitor Information and Tickets

Vøienvolden gård is one of the few places in Oslo where you can step into a preserved farm cluster inside the city, then walk back to cafés and trams within minutes. It works best as a low-cost detour on a Sagene and Akerselva day, especially if you like historic wooden buildings and quiet courtyards.

Last update: 2026

Vøienvolden gård facts for visitors: Quick overview

Quick overview

• Best for: a calm 20 to 40 minute stop for architecture photos and a short break, without ticketing.

• Time needed: 20 to 60 minutes, longer only if you time it with a scheduled event.

• Location: Sagene, near Maridalsveien.

• Ticketing model: outdoor visit is typically free, interiors are mainly accessible during planned visits or events.

Key facts

• Official name: Vøienvolden.

• Address: Maridalsveien 120, 0461 Oslo.

• What it is: a preserved farm cluster with historic wooden buildings inside the city.

• Entrance details: no formal gate ticket for an exterior visit, treat it as a quiet courtyard and garden stop.

• Closest public transport (practical): tram stop Biermanns Gate is about a 4-minute walk, bus stops Sagene and Biermanns Gate are about 3 to 4 minutes on foot.

• Typical access pattern: grounds are generally accessible, buildings are mainly open during planned visits and events.

• Price range: about EUR 0 (NOK 0) for an exterior visit.

• Accessibility summary: courtyard surfaces and paths can be uneven, interior access depends on event setup.

• Official website: Fortidsminneforeningen museum page for Vøienvolden.

Vøienvolden gård visitor information

Treat Vøienvolden as a short, reliable stop you can add to a neighborhood walk, not as a museum with predictable daily opening hours. The usual traveler mistake is arriving expecting staffed exhibitions. Plan for an exterior visit unless you have confirmed an event or a guided visit in advance.

For timing, check the local event calendar first, then decide whether you will go for the quiet courtyard experience or to align your visit with an interior-access day. If you are building a full Oslo plan, anchor your day with GTI’s Oslo travel information and keep ticketing simple using GTI’s Oslo public transport 2026 guide.

Opening hours and best time to visit

There is no simple “open daily 10 to 16” pattern to rely on for interiors. The safe assumption is that you can view the buildings from outside, and you only get inside during planned visits and events.

Best time is late morning to mid-afternoon in fair weather, because the courtyard and building facades are the main draw. In winter, expect icy patches and limited reason to linger unless you are attending a specific event.

Trade-off: if you want guaranteed indoor exhibits, this is not the right stop, pair it with a nearby museum that publishes fixed opening hours instead.

How to get there

Vøienvolden sits in Sagene, and the simplest approach is public transport plus a short walk.

• By tram: use the tram to Biermanns Gate, then walk a few minutes to Maridalsveien 120.

• By bus: buses to Sagene or Biermanns Gate put you within a short walk.

• By metro: metro lines stop in the wider area, but you will still finish on foot.

If you are planning transport for a full day, keep the ticketing rules straight with GTI’s Oslo public transport 2026 guide.

Trade-off: last-mile walking is part of the visit, so it is not a “step off at the door” attraction.

The experience: What to expect inside

Most visits are about the exterior. You walk into a compact farm cluster, read the site with your eyes, and move through a small, enclosed-feeling outdoor space that contrasts sharply with the traffic corridors nearby.

When interiors are accessible, it is usually because a planned visit, workshop, or community event is running. The practical consequence is that you must align your timing with the calendar.

Trade-off: if you need guaranteed indoor access, this is not ideal. Treat it as an architectural stop unless you have confirmed an interior day.

Planning your time and itineraries

This stop works best as part of a Sagene and Akerselva day.

• Short plan (30 to 60 minutes): drop in for exterior photos and a quiet break, then continue your walk.

• Half-day plan: combine it with the Akerselva river walk, and add one nearby museum stop.

• Full-day plan: plug it into GTI’s Oslo 1-Day Destination Guide as your “quiet detour” between higher-traffic highlights.

Trade-off: if your day is already packed with timed museum entries, this can become a low-value detour because the main payoff is atmosphere, not a long interior route.

Accessibility, families, and constraints

Families can use this as a low-stress outdoor pause, especially if you need a calmer environment than central-city sidewalks. Expect uneven surfaces and winter slipperiness.

Not ideal for: travelers who need fully step-free, clearly signposted indoor routes, or anyone who is specifically seeking staffed exhibitions and guaranteed interior access.

Rules, security, and surprises

This is not a high-security site with airport-style checks. The main “rule” is social: keep your voice down and treat it as a small, shared place in a residential area.

Surprise that catches visitors: it looks like a museum, but it often behaves like a heritage site with offices and scheduled activities. Confirm event access before you plan around interiors.

Costs and spending on site

For most travelers, the direct cost is EUR 0 (NOK 0) because the value is in the exterior environment.

If you want a paid, fixed-hours interior experience nearby, use the Labour Museum (Arbeidermuseet) as your “guaranteed indoor” pairing. It publishes set weekend opening hours and a clear admission fee.

Trade-off: because Vøienvolden is not ticket-driven, you will not find a standard ticket desk, and paid access depends on event programming.

Nearby landmarks and combinations

The strongest pairing is a walk along the Akerselva corridor, then a museum stop with predictable opening hours.

Good combinations in the immediate area include:

• Akerselva river walk for industrial heritage and green corridors through the city.

• Labour Museum (Arbeidermuseet) for a structured visit with published opening hours and tickets.

• Vulkan and Mathallen if you want an easy food stop after the walk.

Trade-off: if you want postcard landmarks and big-view terraces, Sagene is not built that way. The payoff here is neighborhood atmosphere.

Practical tips that change the day

• Check the event calendar before you go if interior access matters.

• Go in daylight, the courtyard and wooden facades are the main reason to visit.

• In winter, wear shoes with grip, paths can be icy.

• Use the Ruter planner for the last-mile walk, stops can change with diversions.

• Keep it short if you are on a timed schedule, 20 minutes can be enough.

• If you want a guaranteed indoor visit nearby, pair it with the Labour Museum.

FAQ

Is Vøienvolden gård free to visit?

Yes, an exterior visit is typically free, because the site works mainly as a courtyard and heritage

buildings you view from outside.

Can you go inside the buildings at Vøienvolden gård?

Sometimes, but do not assume it, interiors are mainly accessible during planned visits and events, so you should check the calendar before you go.

Where is Vøienvolden gård in Oslo?

It is in Sagene at Maridalsveien 120, and you reach it with a short walk from nearby tram and bus stops.

What is the closest tram stop?

Biermanns Gate is the closest practical tram stop for most visitors, with a short walk to the address.

How long should you plan for the visit?

Plan 20 to 40 minutes for an exterior visit, and up to 60 minutes if you are combining it with a nearby walk or you are attending a scheduled activity.

Is Vøienvolden good for kids?

Yes, for a short outdoor pause, but it is not a playground and there is no guaranteed indoor exhibit route.

Is it accessible for wheelchairs?

It can be challenging because surfaces can be uneven and winter conditions add risk, and interior access depends on event setup and entry arrangements.

What should you combine it with nearby?

Combine it with the Akerselva river walk, then add a fixed-hours stop like the Labour Museum for a structured indoor visit.

Does Vøienvolden have a café or shop?

Do not rely on on-site services, instead plan your food stop at Vulkan and Mathallen after your walk.