Explore ARTIS Amsterdam Zoo, located just 10 minutes from the city centre on one of Amsterdam's canals. You'll discover elephant calves playing outside, as well as monuments and flower gardens throughout this urban zoo.
Visit ARTIS Zoo and celebrate the reopening of the new ARTIS Aquarium this summer, the world's third-oldest aquarium. Dive into the fascinating underwater world and discover ecosystems up close. Admire colorful coral reefs, meet special fish and take a look under the water surface of the Amsterdam canal. Learn more about marine life and fresh water and be surprised by the stories behind the aquariums.
Imagine yourself in Madagascar at the renovated Kerbertterras (former lion enclosure) and admire how the ring-tailed lemurs, red ruffed lemurs, and Madagascar radiated tortoises live together here. Stroll through the historic city park, admire the monumental buildings and explore the botanical garden, and take a relaxing break at one of the vegetarian restaurants.
Check the daily schedule for zookeeper presentations, where you can learn more about jaguars, Asian elephants, and many other animals. Whether you want to discover, learn, or care for nature, you can do it all at ARTIS.
Visit the Planetarium for a journey through space (included with admission). Discover stars, planets, and marvel at our place in the universe.
