Where are the best aquariums near Amsterdam for kids?

Family-friendly options for aquariums near Amsterdam include ARTIS, Sea Aquarium Bergen Aan Zee, and Aqua Zoo Leerdam. See them all on GoBebop at gobebop.app/kids-activities/amsterdam/aquarium/

Are there good aquariums options near Amsterdam for kids of all ages?

Yes — aquariums options near Amsterdam work well for babies, toddlers, and big kids alike, including ARTIS, Sea Aquarium Bergen Aan Zee, and Aqua Zoo Leerdam.

Are aquariums options near Amsterdam wheelchair accessible?

Yes — wheelchair accessible aquariums options near Amsterdam include ARTIS and Sea Aquarium Bergen Aan Zee.

Best Aquariums for Kids near Amsterdam

ARTIS

Zoo · All Ages

One of Europe's oldest zoos dating to 1838, featuring over 700 animal species with natural enclosures and botanical gardens throughout. Interactive experiences include a Planetarium, Aquarium, Insectarium, Butterfly Pavilion, and two museums—Micropia (microbe museum) and ARTIS-Groote Museum exploring humanity's connection to nature. Several cafes and playgrounds throughout the grounds.

Sea Aquarium Bergen Aan Zee

Aquarium · Ages 2+

Interactive marine aquarium featuring over 300 fish species arranged thematically from Amazon jungle to Mediterranean Sea and North Sea. Touch pools allow visitors to pet rays; large shark tank, colorful tropical fish, seahorses and the Netherlands' largest shell collection with 7,000+ specimens. Sperm whale skeleton frames the entrance.

Aqua Zoo Leerdam

Aquarium · All Ages

A 400 m2 underwater zoo with more than 40 beautifully maintained aquariums and terrariums housing diverse fish and marine species from around the world. Features interactive tablets via QR codes explaining aquarium details, a rare shark nursery with breeding tank, and a paludarium with poison dart frogs and geckos. Located in the basement of a nursing home, it's surprisingly engaging despite its modest setting.

Aquariums near Amsterdam

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ARTIS

Sea Aquarium Bergen Aan Zee

Aqua Zoo Leerdam

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