Micropia (museum)
Museum Museum dedicated to microbes and microscopic life
Located next to Artis Zoo in Amsterdam, Micropia is a museum about microbes with interactive exhibits and microscopes; visitors learn how bacteria, fungi and other unseen life affect food, health and ecosystems.
Micropia is a museum in Amsterdam focused on microbes and microbial life, located adjacent to the Artis Royal Zoo. Opened in 2014, it uses live displays, microscopes and interactive exhibits to make invisible lifeforms accessible to the public.
- Opening: Opened in 2014 next to the Artis Royal Zoo, it was promoted as the world's first museum dedicated specifically to microbes.
- Visit tips: Tickets are often sold together with Artis zoo admissions; visiting in the morning on weekdays reduces crowding at popular exhibits.
What to See #
- Exhibition galleries: Interactive exhibition galleries with microscopes and digital displays that reveal microbes from soil, water, food and the human body.
- Live microbe displays: Live-microbe displays and observation stations allow visitors to see microbes in real time and learn about their roles in ecosystems and health.
How to Get to Micropia (museum) #
Micropia is adjacent to Artis Royal Zoo in Amsterdam’s Plantage district - a 5-10 minute walk from Amsterdam Centraal or a short tram ride (lines 9 and 14 to Artis/Plantage Kerklaan).
Tips for Visiting Micropia (museum) #
- Combine a visit to Micropia with the neighbouring Artis Royal Zoo - one ticket often covers both.
- Head for the live displays first; the microbe cultures are at their most demonstrative in the morning.
- Photography without flash is usually allowed - the displays are easier to see without smartphone glare.
Best Time to Visit Micropia (museum) #
Micropia is an indoor museum - visit year-round. Weekdays are typically less crowded than weekends and school holidays.
Weather & Climate near Micropia (museum) #
Micropia (museum)'s climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 0°C to 22°C. Moderate rainfall (868 mm/year).
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 6°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (74 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (55 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (69 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (74 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (71 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 10°C. Regular rainfall (86 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 7°C. Regular rainfall (91 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 4°C. The wettest month with 98 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 2°C. Regular rainfall (85 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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