Amsterdam: Royal Palace Entry Ticket + Audio guide
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For a standard visit, booking a standard ticket online is the easiest way to secure entry, while the Micropia combo is ideal if you want to explore the microbe museum. If you plan to visit multiple attractions in Amsterdam, the I amsterdam City Card provides the best overall value and includes direct entry.
Provides instant mobile delivery and standard entry to the main zoo grounds.
Compare offers ↓Combines both attractions into one discounted ticket, saving on individual entry fees.
Compare offers ↓The I amsterdam City Card includes free entry to the zoo without needing a pre-booked time slot.
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GetYourGuide Standard Ticket at €30.49
Compare offers ↓02GetYourGuide Artis Royal Zoo & ARTIS-Micropia Combo Ticket
Compare offers ↓03Tiqets I amsterdam City Card
Compare offers ↓04Free admission at the entrance (no ticket required, but verify official age proof rules)
Compare offers ↓05Tiqets Standard Ticket
Compare offers ↓06Book directly on the official ARTIS website (€16.25 online) with a valid student ID card
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The main ARTIS entrance is at Plantage Kerklaan 38–40, near the ARTIS tram stop served by Tram 14. ARTIS is pin-only, so do not plan to pay cash at the venue. Reservations are no longer compulsory for ARTIS Zoo, but online tickets may receive an automatically assigned time slot for crowd management; follow the instructions on your ticket or voucher. Micropia and the Groote Museum have separate entrances and ticket arrangements.
Official online tickets for adults (13+) start at €29.50 to €30.50 depending on the day, whereas purchasing at the counter costs a flat €32.50. Children aged 3–12 start from €25.50 online (€27.50 at the gate), toddlers aged 0–2 enter free, and students pay €16.25. Booking through authorized partners like Tiqets or GetYourGuide aligns closely with these online rates (typically €30.50) but often includes more flexible cancellation options.
Children aged 0–2 enter free of charge, while youth aged 3–12 and higher education students (with a valid student card) qualify for reduced rates. Discounted tickets are also available for CJP and EYCA cardholders, but proof of eligibility must be shown at the entrance. If you hold an I amsterdam City Card, entry is free and you do not need to reserve a time slot in advance—simply scan your card directly at the gate. Booking online in advance is highly recommended as ticket prices are dynamically priced and always cheaper than buying at the counter.
Arrive early enough for security checks, ticket scanning and wayfinding.
FAQ
No, you do not need to print your tickets; mobile vouchers can be scanned directly from your smartphone at the entrance. While you must select a date when booking, a strict entry time slot is generally only enforced for the indoor ARTIS-Micropia museum, whereas zoo entry is flexible throughout the day.
Official tickets bought directly from ARTIS are typically non-refundable. However, booking through authorized partner platforms like Tiqets or GetYourGuide often provides free cancellation or rescheduling options up to 24 hours before your visit, which is highly recommended for travel flexibility.
Tickets are always cheaper when purchased online in advance, starting from €29.50 for adults. Buying at the gate incurs a surcharge of €2.00 to €3.00 per ticket, and you may face long queues at the ticket window during weekends and school holidays.
Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage are not permitted inside the zoo due to safety regulations, and there are no luggage storage lockers on-site. Visitors are advised to leave large items at their hotel or use luggage storage services near Waterlooplein or Amsterdam Central Station.
Children aged 0 to 2 enter for free, while children aged 3 to 12 and students receive discounted rates. Additionally, holders of the I amsterdam City Card get free entry and can scan their card directly at the entrance without needing a pre-booked online reservation.
Admission to the Planetarium and the Aquarium (which reopened in June 2026 after a major restoration) is included with your standard zoo ticket. Because the Planetarium has fixed showtimes and limited seating, check the daily schedule immediately upon arrival and head there early to secure a spot.
If you have a standard zoo ticket, you can enter anytime during opening hours on your booked date. However, if you booked a combo ticket that includes ARTIS-Micropia, you must arrive at Micropia during your selected time slot, as late arrivals may be denied entry if the museum is at capacity.