Visit ARTIS Zoo, located about 10 minutes from the city center along one of Amsterdam’s canals. Explore the zoo’s historic buildings, gardens, animal habitats, and park areas, and see the elephant calves recently born at the zoo.

Visit the renovated Kerbertterras (former lion enclosure), inspired by Madagascar, where ring-tailed lemurs, red ruffed lemurs, and radiated tortoises share the same habitat.

Stroll through the city park, admire the monumental buildings, explore the botanical garden, and take a break at one of the vegetarian restaurants.

Check the daily schedule for zookeeper presentations about animals including jaguars and Asian elephants.

Admission also includes access to the ARTIS Planetarium, where you can learn about stars, planets, and space.

During the May holiday period, children can take part in educational activities such as birdwatching, protecting bird nests, and learning about elephants as a WWF ranger.