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Overview
ARTIS-Micropia in Amsterdam is the first and only museum in the world dedicated entirely to microbes. They're everywhere – in the air, on your skin and in your gut. They make food taste good, keep you healthy and maintain balance in nature. Microbes are essential.At Micropia, this invisible world comes to life through living microbes, microscopes, interactive displays and stories from lab technicians. You can collect microbe stamps throughout the museum as you explore this fascinating microscopic universe.Micropia offers an opportunity to delve into the essential world of microbes, making science both accessible and engaging for all ages.
Operated by
ARTIS Amsterdam Royal Zoo
Ratings & Reviews
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Anonymous, Jan 2026
second time at micropia! loved it both times, everything is so well done
Anonymous, Jul 2025
Fantastic place to visit and geek out. Super cool and a great talk. Really enjoyed it and would highly recommend!
Anonymous, May 2025
I flew all the way from the US just to experience the micropia museum and it was everything I wanted it to be! I hope to be back again
Anonymous, Mar 2024
Had a great time, everything was informative. I really liked the artistic sculptures of the different pathogens towards the end of the exhibit
Location
Enter ARTIS-Micropia with your voucher at your selected timeslot.
Address
Plantage Kerklaan 38-40, 1018 CZ Amsterdam, Netherlands
Experience
Inclusions
- Entrance ticket
Venues
- Artis Zoo
Artis zoo, located in the center of Amsterdam, is the oldest zoo in the Netherlands and one of the oldest zoos of Europe. Wander around in the shade of the trees, admire the diversity of plants and animals, visit the aquarium and explore the stars in the planetarium. You can also combine your visit with Micropia, the only museum of microbes in the world.
- Micropia
All you ever wanted to know about microbes and diseases in just one place - this is the Micropia museum in Amsterdam! Find out how the microbes work in human daily life, where they accumulate and how they move around from one human being to another. The fascinating world of microbes is waiting for you to explore.
Additional Information
- Know in advance:
- ARTIS-Micropia opens daily from 10.00 am to 5.00 pm
- You'll visit the world's only microbe museum in the heart of Amsterdam
- Free admission for children up to 12 years
- There's a new microbe story from the lab technicians every month
- You can collect all microbe stamps throughout the museum
Extras Available
If the displayed extras are not bookable via our website, you can book and pay locally within the destination
Wheelchair accessible
Cancellation Policy
A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.