The oldest zoo in Amsterdam, Natura Artis Magistra is commonly known as just Artis. Artis is truly an all-rounder, being not just a zoo, but also housing a planetarium and aquarium. With the zoo itself being home to 900 over animals, there is plenty to see here, so be quick on your feet to cover them all.

Housing the 900 over animals, look out for the adorable lemurs, sea lions and even the intelligent gorillas! This variety of animals is merely the tip of the iceberg, with so many more animals from around the world! As if just animals weren’t enough, the insect kingdom is here, creepy crawlies running amuck. Nesting in the butterfly pavilion and insectarium, the number of bugs ready to meet you are uncountable. Rounding up your trip here is the planetarium. Transporting you to a world beyond, a surreal experience awaits you as you surf along the milky way, checking out galaxies beyond us. Staying alongside twinkling stars, you will feel as if time has stopped, leaving you alone in a world where you are merely a speck of dust. Artis is a one-stop location for visitors of all ages, with age-appropriate playgrounds for the younger children, parents no longer need to worry about the many exhibits that might not be suitable for young children. What are you waiting for? Head on down here and enjoy a fun-filled, action-packed day!