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 (museum) at a Glance#
Address: Plantage Kerklaan 38-42, 1018 CZ Amsterdam, Netherlands
Website: https://www.micropia.nl
Hours: Tue-Sun 10:00am-5:00pm, closed Mondays (hours may vary seasonally)
Admission: Adults ~€12.50, children reduced rates (check website for current prices)
About Micropia (museum)#
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).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | 1° - 6° | -1° | 74 mm | overcast | 91% | 5.4 m/s | 0.0 low | 8.1h |
| February | Poor | 1° - 6° | -1° | 55 mm | overcast | 90% | 5.1 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.7h |
| March | Acceptable | 3° - 9° | 2° | 69 mm | overcast | 86% | 5.1 m/s | 0.4 low | 11.7h |
| April | Good | 4° - 12° | 6° | 49 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 4.6 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 13.8h |
| May | Very Good | 8° - 17° | 13° | 53 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 4.4 m/s | 1.2 high | 15.5h |
| June | Good | 11° - 20° | 15° | 74 mm | overcast | 79% | 4.2 m/s | 1.4 high | 16.5h |
| July | Good | 13° - 22° | 17° | 71 mm | overcast | 79% | 4.1 m/s | 1.4 high | 16.0h |
| August | Very Good | 13° - 22° | 17° | 63 mm | overcast | 80% | 3.8 m/s | 1.1 high | 14.5h |
| September | Good | 11° - 19° | 15° | 86 mm | overcast | 82% | 4.0 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 12.5h |
| October | Acceptable | 7° - 14° | 11° | 91 mm | overcast | 86% | 4.4 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.4h |
| November | Acceptable | 4° - 10° | 4° | 98 mm | overcast | 90% | 4.7 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.6h |
| December | Poor | 2° - 7° | 1° | 85 mm | overcast | 92% | 5.1 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.5h |
