Amsterdam ARTIS Micropia Microbe Museum Admission Ticket

Micropia is a museum that makes invisible microbes visible. Two-thirds of all species on earth are invisible to the naked eye, and they live all over our bodies, on the tongue, under the arms and on the skin. The exhibits show how microbes such as fungi, yeasts, microalgae, bacteria, archaea and viruses influence our lives and the planet as a whole.

Microbes through cutting-edge technology

Giant high-resolution screens show magnified views of bacteria, viruses and other tiny organisms. You can see their intricate shapes and structures in a whole new way, and 3D printed models let you take a closer look at these normally invisible creatures.

Interactive exhibits

Test your knowledge about microorganisms, learn about their impact on human health and the environment, and explore the world of antibiotics and resistance. The simulated body scan and the Kiss-O-Meter are also here.

The potential of microbes

Microbes do more than make people sick. They can offer solutions to global problems such as water purification and cures for infectious diseases, and they can produce energy, food and bio-plastics. The exhibits show how understanding microbes helps us find new uses for them.