Top 10 Zoos & Aquariums in The Netherlands, The Netherlands

February 27, 2022 Trinity Boughner

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1. ARTIS Amsterdam Royal Zoo

Plantage Kerklaan 38-40, 1018 CZ Amsterdam The Netherlands +31 20 523 3670 [email protected] http://www.artis.nl/
Excellent
57%
Good
30%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
3%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 7,054 reviews

ARTIS Amsterdam Royal Zoo

Stroll among the shady trees, admire the diversity of plants and animals, travel to the stars, enjoy our heritage. Visit ARTIS Amsterdam Royal Zoo and experience nature right in the city centre.

Reviewed By andrewwK6449SY - Norwich, United Kingdom

Me and my wife had wanted to go to the zoo in Amsterdam for the last 5 years but the weather has never been good enough , well this time last Tuesday when we got up the sun was shining , so we got up and went , The Zoo was really really good , the animal enclosures were large with plenty of toys and amusements for the animals , they were clean and the food laying around was fresh , loads to see and do and plenty of cafes to stop and have a warm drink . Overall a great place to go and can't wait to go back next year .

2. Burgers' Zoo and Safaripark

Antoon van Hooffplein 1, 6816 SH Arnhem The Netherlands +31 26 442 4534 [email protected] http://www.burgerszoo.nl
Excellent
58%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
2%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1,987 reviews

Burgers' Zoo and Safaripark

On March 31, 1913, Faisanterie Buitenlust, the forerunner of the current modern animal park Burgers' Zoo, opens its doors to the public for the first time. Since its foundation by Johan Burgers, the first owner and the one who named the animal park in Arnhem, the park has always remained a real family business. Already from its inception the zoo caused a sensation due to its daring new organisation, which naturally is in the way the animals' accommodations are shaped as well as in the way the experiences for the visitors are created. Burgers' Zoo has a rich history, which has shaped the zoo into the way it is today, and as you can still find it now in the wooded area just north of Arnhem.

Reviewed By Aljosha - Bochum, Germany

We always enjoy a trip to the Zoo so burgers zoo was the logical conclusion for our next destination. Overall a lovely trip with amazing different areas. Be ready to stay for 5-6 hours for a relaxed walkthrough. Highlights:Djungle and mangrove area.

3. Rotterdam Zoo

Blijdorplaan 8, 3041 JG Rotterdam The Netherlands +31 900 1857 http://www.rotterdamzoo.nl/
Excellent
56%
Good
35%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 2,824 reviews

Rotterdam Zoo

Reviewed By Mark_Daemen - Ghent, Belgium

We had a great time in this Zoo. We spend over 4 hours and didn't get to see it all. Naturally everyone has its favorites. We liked the gorillas that where inside with the warm weather and the hyenas chewing on bones. We went to see the feeding of the sharks and the tigers. Probably we, and most visitors, expected too much of it as the animals got bored soon so there was not much to see. Great lay out by continent so you have a great mix of different species (birds, mammals,...) in every continent. The food in the restaurant are typical dutch fast food options. I tried a 'broodje kroket' that really missed taste, with or without the accompanying sauce. Broodje Unox (hot dog) had the same problem. Perhaps best to take a picknick with you. Great bakeries (like Koekela) in Rotterdam. We came with an Uber from the centre for 7 euro which is cheaper than the 3,50 euro/person for a two hour ticket for the bus as you will take longer than two hours in the Zoo. Probably the same with a taxi.

4. Ecomare

Ruijslaan 92, 1796 AZ De Koog, Texel The Netherlands +31 222 317 741 http://www.ecomare.nl/
Excellent
47%
Good
42%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1,013 reviews

Ecomare

Reviewed By rkigervaron - Amsterdam, The Netherlands

Lovely place with especially cool interactions with rescued seals. Great home for injured animals. Very nice!

5. Apenheul

Apeldoorn The Netherlands +31 55 357 5757 http://www.apenheul.com/apenheul
Excellent
50%
Good
39%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
2%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1,200 reviews

Apenheul

Reviewed By AncoM3 - Aberdeen, United Kingdom

We have been to Apenheul before. This time we went with the grand parents and the children a lot older. It was still fun. Whether it is the free roaming squirrel monkeys, lemurs or macaques or the lovely displays of bonobos, orangutans or gorillas, the park is entertaining. In addition, there is plenty of catering. An excellent place to visit, with or without children.

6. Amersfoort Zoo

Barchman Wuytierslaan 224, 3819 AC Amersfoort The Netherlands +31 33 422 7100 [email protected] http://www.dierenparkamersfoort.nl/
Excellent
46%
Good
44%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
2%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1,000 reviews

Amersfoort Zoo

Reviewed By boodybah - Utrecht, The Netherlands

Great to spend the day with your kids. It's very well maintained and the stuff are very helpful; a lot of different animals, playgrounds, kids train, small restaurants, gift shops, ice cream shops, etc. Watch out for bees when staying in the outdoor restaurant. Must get baby/kids stroller, the place is huge and involves a lot of walking (FYI they do provide there at €2 and deposit of €10.)

7. Zooparc Overloon

Stevensbeekseweg 21, 5825 JB Overloon The Netherlands +31 478 640 046 http://www.overloonzoo.nl
Excellent
52%
Good
37%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
3%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 356 reviews

Zooparc Overloon

Reviewed By schliek - Goes, The Netherlands

Hi guys, It is a well maintained small zoo. Some special animals. Bushdog, fossa. lemurs. And other mammals from Madagaskar. White tigers. Cheetahs, Kangaroos. Flamingo's. Lions (big males). Giraffe. Dromedare. Wild dogs. Etc Worth a detour, more than that. regards Schliek.

8. Reptile House De Aarde Breda

Aardenhoek 26a, 4817 NE, Breda The Netherlands +31 76 587 9165 [email protected] http://www.deaardebreda.nl/
Excellent
67%
Good
31%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 189 reviews

Reptile House De Aarde Breda

Reservation is necessary (webiste) Reptielenhuis de Aarde is the first official zoo of Breda. This mini-zoo is specialised in holding and caring for reptiles. The first impression of this miniature zoo is that everything is very clean and child friendly. Children get the chance to pet or even hold some animals, also every question will be answered by the animal carer. The enclosures are bigger than you normally see in a zoo. Every animal has its own habitat and temperature, that is how we ensure that every animals wellbeing is as high as possible. Curious..? Come see the zoo in Breda and discover the world of reptiles!

Reviewed By Jarek_Jakubcek

A very well maintained reptile house with many snakes, lizards and turtles. Not the biggest one but enough for me to spend 90 minutes. Feeding giant turtles with salad was my highlight. The place is spotless clean, without bad odours, the size of enclosures is sufficient for most animals and the staff is friendly. The place is a bit too far away to walk from Breda centre but with the local busses you can reach the place in 15 minutes.

9. GaiaZOO

Gaiaboulevard 1, 6468 PG Kerkrade The Netherlands +31 45 567 6070 [email protected] http://www.gaiazoo.nl/
Excellent
59%
Good
32%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
3%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1,207 reviews

GaiaZOO

An unforgettable zoo experience GaiaZOO offers a breath-taking view of the world of animals and wildlife. In GaiaZOO you can travel around the world in one day; imagine you are in the African Savannah and get a close view of the world’s most beautiful animals like the mighty gorillas, enormous rhinos, stately giraffes, lightning-fast cheetahs and the king of the animals; the impressive lions. In the Rainforest you will discover all sorts of swinging and climbing monkeys; in the squirrel monkey forest they even climb through the trees over your head. GaiaZOO offers an unforgettable day trip for the whole family. Open every day of the year from 10.00 o ‘clock

Reviewed By Marahx - Kampen, The Netherlands

Probably the most beautiful zoo to walk through in the Netherlands. Lots of greenery and no cages, only natural exhibits. Not the biggest zoo, we were there for 3.5 hours. There are lots of play areas for the kids, including an indoor dinosaur themed play ground.

10. Landgoed Hoenderdaell

Van Ewijckskade 1, 1761 JA Anna Paulowna The Netherlands +31 223 531 388 [email protected] http://www.landgoedhoenderdaell.nl
Excellent
65%
Good
31%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
0%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 302 reviews

Landgoed Hoenderdaell

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