Zoos

ARTIS Amsterdam Royal Zoo Entry Ticket

Name: ARTIS Amsterdam Royal Zoo Entry Ticket
Start: 2026-05-31T09:00:00
End: 2026-05-31T23:00:00
Location: ARTIS

Asiatic elephants spraying water with trunks in a playful interaction.

Leopard exhaling visible breath in a misty jungle setting.

Buddha statue under cherry blossom trees in a serene garden setting.

Young reticulated giraffe standing beside an adult in a zoo enclosure.

Open today

9:00am - 6:00pm

Explore at your pace

Choose your entry time, stay as long as you like

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience

4.1/5(11)

Vaari H

Couple

Verified booking

Mar 2026

Loved it very lovely day out. We walked around for around 4 hours before our legs finally gave up and we still probably didn't get to have a look at everything !! Would definitely recommend this is my second time going and it's so nice staff are so nice ☺️

Nathan W

Couple

Verified booking

Mar 2026

The best zoo I have ever been to for sure! Plenty of different animals and exhibits to see and it's clear the animals are treated very well here, the enclosures are spacious for the animals too!

Iona M

Group

Verified booking

Mar 2026

Really easy to use app, the zoo was a great trip so worth the money - took us almost 5 hours to get around it all! Favourite part was seeing two elephant calfs.

Explore the oldest zoo in the Netherlands and the 5th oldest in the world with entry to the renowned ARTIS Royal Zoo in Amsterdam.

Wander through lush botanical gardens, visit the Butterfly Pavilion, and encounter elephants, jaguars, flamingos, and even a newborn jaguar cub.

Journey through space, stars, and planets at the Pavilion, and enjoy presentations that showcase conservation efforts in action.

For more insights, choose to upgrade and get access to ARTIS-Micropia, the world’s only microbe museum.

Entry to ARTIS Amsterdam Royal Zoo

Access to ARTIS Planetarium

Admission to ARTIS-Micropia (as per option selected)

Entry ticket to ARTIS-Groote Museum

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
Jakub C
Couple
Verified booking
Apr 2026
Lions was good and i loved The baby elephants.
Iona M
Group
Verified booking
Mar 2026
Really easy to use app, the zoo was a great trip so worth the money - took us almost 5 hours to get around it all! Favourite part was seeing two elephant calfs.
Vaari H
Couple
Verified booking
Mar 2026
Loved it very lovely day out. We walked around for around 4 hours before our legs finally gave up and we still probably didn't get to have a look at everything !! Would definitely recommend this is my second time going and it's so nice staff are so nice ☺️
Nathan W
Couple
Verified booking
Mar 2026
The best zoo I have ever been to for sure! Plenty of different animals and exhibits to see and it's clear the animals are treated very well here, the enclosures are spacious for the animals too!
Dylan D
Couple
Verified booking
Mar 2026
Amazing experience such a well kept professional Zoo this had been my third time going to this Zoo

Experience the Netherlands’ oldest and most famous zoo in one day with entry to ARTIS Royal Zoo and its Planetarium.

Getting started

Arrive at ARTIS Amsterdam Royal Zoo, a short walk from Waterlooplein metro or Tram 14. Present your ticket at the main entrance for quick access and explore the zoo at your own pace.

What to expect

Founded in 1838, ARTIS is one of the five oldest zoos in the world. Set in a historic city park in central Amsterdam, it functions as a zoo, botanical garden, and center for scientific exploration.

Features

Savannah habitat: Observe giraffes, zebras, kudus, and a baby jaguar cub interacting naturally in thoughtfully designed enclosures.

Planetarium: Embark on an immersive journey through space, exploring stars, planets, and our place in the universe.

Butterfly Pavilion: Walk among hundreds of butterflies in a climate-controlled environment, showcasing a delicate ecological balance.

Extras

Upgrade your ticket to include ARTIS Micropia, the world’s only microbe museum, and explore exhibits uncovering the fascinating world of microbes

What to bring

Carry a valid photo ID to match the name on your booking if requested at the entrance.

What’s not allowed

Pets are not allowed, except for registered service animals.

ARTIS Royal Zoo is a smoke-free venue. Smoking is prohibited anywhere on the premises.

Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage cannot be brought inside the zoo for security reasons.

Accessibility

Both the zoo and ARTIS-Micropia are wheelchair accessible, with wheelchairs available on site.

Accessible restrooms are located throughout the venue.

Additional information

ARTIS Amsterdam Royal Zoo is open every day, including holidays. Standard hours are:

November 1 to February 28: 9am to 5pm

March 1 to October 31: 9am to 6pm

Holiday hours:

December 24 to 26: 9am to 5pm

December 31: 9am to 4pm

January 1: 10am to 5pm

For tickets including ARTIS Micropia, the time slot selected during booking applies specifically to your Micropia visit.

ARTIS-Micropia is open daily from 10am to 5pm. Holiday hours:

December 24 to 26: 9am to 5pm

December 31: 9am to 4pm

January 1: 10am to 5pm

Infants aged 0–2 enter the zoo free of charge. Children aged 0–12 can visit ARTIS-Micropia for free.

Vegetarian restaurants and cafés are available on site. Meals and drinks are not included with your ticket.

Check the daily schedule for zookeeper talks and special activities.

The zoo is easily reachable by public transport, with tram and metro stops nearby.

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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.