Tour Our Farm

Looking for something fun to do in Iowa? Take a tour of our farm to learn about dairy farming and processing — and pet our animals along the way. We offer tours for families, students and other groups.

  • Located in Hudson, Iowa, near Waterloo and Cedar Falls.
  • Tour season is Monday through Saturday, April 1 to Oct. 31.
  • Open on Memorial Day, July 4, and Labor Day holidays.
  • Reservations REQUIRED. Walk-ins not accepted. Book online below or call (319) 242-1074.
  • You sampled it on the tour and liked it? You can buy Hansen’s products at our farm store.
  • Give the gift of a tour with a Hansen’s Dairy Tour Gift Card!
  • We are a Silos & Smokestacks National Heritage Site.

Hands-on Tour

  • Guided tour. 2-hour tour includes a trolley ride to the farm and a walking tour of our operations.
  • Hands on. This is the full experience! Feed a calf, milk a cow, pet our kangaroos, make butter, sample our products and eat ice cream.
  • When. 3:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday.
  • Cost. Age 5 & older, $20. Age 4 & younger, free. Reservations required.
  • Availability. Maximum 30 people total.
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Animal Petting tour

  • Guided tour. 2-hour tour includes a trolley ride to the farm and a walking tour of our operations.
  • Furry friends. Pet cows, calves and kangaroos, make butter, sample our products and eat ice cream.
  • When. 12:30 p.m. Saturdays only.
  • Cost. Age 5 & older, $15. Age 4 & younger, free. Reservations required.
  • Availability. Maximum 30 people total.
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School/Daycare tour

  • Guided tour. 1.5-hour tour includes trolley ride to the farm, a walking tour and ice cream.
  • Cost. Children 3 & up and parents, $5. Teachers, drivers and assigned chaperones, free. Minimum charge for this tour is $50.
  • When. Anytime between 9 a.m. and noon.
  • Booking note. Cannot book online; call (319) 242-1074 for reservations.
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Adult Group tour

  • Guided tour. 1.5-hour tour includes trolley ride to the farm, a walking tour and ice cream.
  • Cost. Adults, $8. Staff and drivers, free. Minimum charge for this tour is $80.
  • When. Anytime between 9 a.m. and noon.
  • Booking note. Cannot book online; call (319) 242-1074 for reservations.
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Your Tour Sneak Peek

What you’ll experience during a Hands-On Tour at Hansen’s Dairy.

See more Hansen’s Dairy videos on our YouTube Channel.

Frequently asked questions

Can we come to the farm to see the kangaroos any time without doing a tour?

NO. Please respect that we are a working farm first and a tourist attraction second. We do not allow visitors to walk around the farm without a guide. We have specific times for families to come for farm tours. YOU MUST HAVE A RESERVATION.

What’s the difference between the Hands-On and the Animal Petting Tour?

The two differences are that you CANNOT bottle-feed a calf or milk a cow during the Animal Petting Tour at 12:30. To do these activities, you must book a Hands-On Tour at 3:30.

What should I wear/bring?

Please wear closed-toed shoes and clothes that you don’t mind getting a little dirty.
Bring rain gear/umbrellas if rainy weather is expected.
During the cooler months, it’s best to dress in layers. The wide-open space on this farm in Iowa is a lot colder and windier than you think!
Bring a cooler to keep in your car; you may want to purchase some dairy products or meat before you go home.

How much walking is involved?

The trolley ride only transports people between the Tour Center and farm. Tourists must walk about 50-100 feet between 6-8 stations.

Are wheelchairs and walkers welcome?

The farm tour route includes a lot of gravel. Walkers and wheelchairs are welcome, but prepare for bumpy ground!

Can I bring a stroller?

Newborns are probably best in a baby carrier, but strollers are welcome for toddlers. Strollers with larger wheels are best for traversing the gravel on the farm. We have a jogging stroller for anyone who would like to use it. Strollers will fit on the trolley.

Do you cancel the tour in inclement weather?

We typically do not cancel the tour for weather unless it is lightning. We will do the tour in the rain for whoever still wants to. We will try to stay indoors as much as possible, but some animals can only be seen outside. Umbrellas and rain gear welcome! You may receive a full refund if you choose to cancel due to weather.

Can you book School/Daycare Tours or Adult Group Tours online?

Not at this time. Please call (319) 242-1074 to make school/daycare or adult group tour reservations.

Are restrooms available during the tour?

Clean, updated restrooms are available at our Tour Center. There are restrooms on the farm, but they are not as nice as the Tour Center restrooms. Total time at the farm is no more than 90 minutes.