Artis Zoo
Amsterdam, Netherlands
About Artis Zoo
ARTIS in Amsterdam opened in 1838 and is the oldest zoo in the Netherlands, a monumental park in the middle of the city that is also a botanical garden, an aquarium, a planetarium and a museum. Its nineteenth-century buildings are listed and the grounds carry old trees alongside the enclosures. Among the animals are Asian elephants, lions, jaguars, chimpanzees, western lowland gorillas, mandrills, Sulawesi crested macaques, a reticulated giraffe herd, South American tapirs, Hudson Bay wolves and California sea lions, with African penguins, Chilean flamingos, a southern cassowary and a large aquarium building restored in recent years.
health and well-being.
It includes giving animals proper food, clean living spaces, medical care, and treating them with respect.
These standards help make sure animals live safe, healthy, and stress-free lives.
Visitors can park in designated parking areas near the zoo. Parking is paid, so be sure to have some change or a payment method ready. It's advisable to arrive early, especially on weekends, as parking spots can fill up quickly.
- Lockers are available for storing personal items during your visit.
- There are various food and dining options on-site, catering to different tastes.
- Stroller and wheelchair rentals are available for convenience.
- Photography is allowed, but be respectful of the animals and other visitors.
- Accepted payment methods include cash and major credit cards.
- Oldest zoo in the Netherlands.
- One of the five oldest zoos in the world.
- Home to the world's first microbe museum.
- Features 26 national monuments within its grounds.
- Offers 60 in-depth programs outside regular opening hours.