- Visit Artis Zoo, one of the best zoos in Amsterdam, and witness close to 3,000 animals living in an environment that resembles their natural habitat.
- The zoo’s full name is actually Natura Artis Magistra, which is Latin for “nature is the mistress of art”. Over time, this has been shortened to just Artis or “art”.
- Cross the iconic Magere Brug (skinny bridge), a wooden drawbridge over the River Amstel, and arrive at the famed Artis Zoo leading into the Maritime Quarter.
- Artis is the oldest zoo in the Netherlands, and one of the oldest city zoos in the world. The Artis Royal Zoo was founded in 1838.
- Amsterdam’s zoo, Artis, is one of my favourite spots in the city. It is the oldest zoo in the Netherlands and has been top of the list of European zoos for many years.
- Serene garden oasis with hedges and statue at ARTIS Zoo Amsterdam Kyle Kroeger / ViaTravelers.
- How can you visit ARTIS Amsterdam Royal Zoo with your City Card? ... The status is a recognition of the green heritage of ARTIS Amsterdam Royal Zoo.
- Artis Zoo Founded in 1838 is still as charming as now nearly two centuries. Zoo is not only an oasis in the midst of a very hectic city, but sheltered and over 700...
- By planning your visit in advance, you can ensure that you make the most of your time at Artis Zoo and experience all that this wonderful zoo has to offer.
- The original name of the Amsterdam Zoo is Nature Artis Magistra in Latin. Its foundations were laid in 1838 by Gerardus Frederik Westerman.