Museum visit
questions and answers

Do you have a parking garage? How much does it cost?

Yes, there is a parking garage (P+R Naturalis) on Mendelweg (€1.20 per half hour, €25.00 per day). Parking tickets can only be purchased in the parking garage.

Can I reserve a parking space?

No, you cannot reserve a parking space. During busy periods, the parking garage can fill up, so we recommend travelling by public transport. Naturalis is a 10-minute walk from Leiden Central Station.

What if the car park is full?

You can park on Haagweg and take the free shuttle to Naturalis. Find out more about the Haagweg car park and the city shuttle bus here. It will take you to and pick you up from Naturalis and other city centre locations for free. You can also find up-to-date information about parking in Leiden on the municipal website.

Do you have charging points for electric cars?

Yes, there are 80 charging stations available at the P+R Naturalis. These cannot be reserved.

How old do you need to be to enjoy Naturalis?

Naturalis is fun for all ages! From toddlers to grandparents, everyone will discover something new at Naturalis. Small children can feast their eyes on the animals in the Life gallery, while even younger visitors will love the cute baby animals in the Seduction gallery. In the Ice Age gallery, you can explore a miniature landscape through special binoculars. At weekends and during school holidays, you can check out the curiosity cabinets and our workshops where you can look at, touch, and learn about real objects from nature. 

At Naturalis, you will experience the full circle of life – from birth to old age – and discover how everything in nature is connected. Come along and discover the wonders of nature together!

Can children enter the museum alone?

Children up to 12 years old must be accompanied by an adult (18+).