Family outing in the Netherlands
s you can experience together
Are you looking for a family outing in the Netherlands that is fun for children and interesting for adults? CORPUS Journey through the Human Body is an interactive experience where you can discover the human body together. Unlike a museum, you don't just look, you experience it all. CORPUS is completely indoors, so you can plan this family outing all year round.
A fun day out in the Netherlands combines experience, convenience, and content. You want to experience something, discover things together, and be able to set off without any hassle. CORPUS offers exactly that: a fixed, interactive journey through the human body, guided and accessible for different ages.
Day trip today
CORPUS is an indoor activity and therefore suitable all year round. Even in bad weather, you can enjoy a full day out here.
Unique experience
One continuous story through the human body. Experiencing it together instead of viewing it individually.
easily accessible
Directly on the highway, private parking garage, and within 10 minutes by bus from Leiden Central Station.
advance booking
Clear start and route. Can be easily combined with lunch or a visit to Leiden.
What kind of family outing is CORPUS?
CORPUS is not a traditional museum where you walk past display cases. Together, you follow a single fixed route through the human body. Step by step, you discover how everything works and how it all fits together. Children experience it as a journey of discovery. Parents find the content interesting. Because you share the same experience, it really feels like you are exploring together, rather than doing separate activities within a single building.
An interactive museum that works differently than usual
Not your typical museum visit
Many families look for a museum that is also fun for children. In practice, this often proves disappointing. CORPUS takes a different approach. You don't have to decide where to go. You are taken on a logical journey. Images, explanations, and experiences alternate, keeping children engaged and adults just as interested.
Learning without it feeling like learning
You learn how the human body works, but not in a school-like way. Precisely because you are right in the middle of the experience, the information sticks better. That makes CORPUS a unique museum outing for many families.
Why families choose this family outing
Families choose CORPUS because:
- Children become curious and start asking questions
- Parents learn something too
- The lake is more than just looking or playing
- It's a museum that you really experience together
It's an outing you'll talk about later, precisely because you discovered something together.
What visitors say
“Great place to learn about the human body. My kids aged 4-10 loved it. The first part is an audio tour through the body. You get an audio set and explanations at the various organs. There are some moving seats and platforms and short films that make ...”
– Catherine d
“One of the most impressive museums I’ve ever seen. The guided tour is amazing. My kids absolutely loved it and my wife and I had a great time as well. Highly recommended if your kids are interested in anatomy! Keep in mind that you need to visit as part of a guided tour that’s available at certain time slots only, so make sure you have enough time available.”
– Liran Doron
One of the most interesting museums in the Netherlands I have visited.
We visited the Corpus Museum during the fall school vacation. It must do an online …”
– Denald
For which families is this suitable?
CORPUS is well suited to families who:
- Wanting to do something together
- Finding an activity that works for children
- Want an educational but fun family outing?
- Better to go inside than be dependent on the weather
Not sure if this is suitable for your family? You can read more about different age groups on the pages about outings with children and outings with older children.
Easily accessible day trip in the Netherlands
A day out should be easy to get to. CORPUS is centrally located and easily accessible by car and public transport.
- CORPUS is located directly on the A44 highway.
- There is a private parking garage.
- From Leiden Central Station, you can travel to CORPUS by bus in 10 minutes.
This makes CORPUS a logical choice for a day out in the Netherlands, but also for visitors from the Randstad and South Holland.
No hassle with parking or travel.
Plan your visit and easilyreserve your tickets and parking pass online.
Ready for CORPUS?
Book your day out now
CORPUS is a comfortable and original family outing for families who want to experience something special together. Ideal as an indoor activity, fun for children, and enjoyable for parents.
Check out the available times and easily book online.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is CORPUS a museum or an attraction?
CORPUS is an interactive experience, but not a traditional museum. You don't walk around freely past display cases. You follow a single fixed route through the human body and experience the story step by step. This makes it feel
Is this family outing suitable for children?
Yes, CORPUS is suitable for families with children of primary school age and above. Children experience it as a journey of discovery through the body. The explanations are visual and clear, which means that older children also remain engaged. Parents find it both interesting and educational.
Is CORPUS fun for children?
Many families experience CORPUS as a museum that works well for children. Because you follow a single route together rather than just looking around, children remain actively involved. They see, hear, and experience what is happening, rather than just reading information.
Is this family outing also fun for older children?
Yes, CORPUS is often chosen as an outing with older children, for example, from the age of 9 or 10. The content goes beyond just looking and is well suited to children who want to understand and discover more.
Where is CORPUS located?
CORPUS Experience is located in Leiden and is easily accessible. This makes it a popular family outing for families from South Holland and other parts of the Netherlands.
Is CORPUS easily accessible?
Yes. CORPUS is located directly on the highway, has its own parking garage, and can be reached within 10 minutes by bus from Leiden Central Station.
Is this an indoor activity?
Yes, CORPUS is completely indoors. That makes it a suitable family outing in any type of weather. Rain, cold, or heat are no obstacle, so you can plan this outing all year round.
How long does a visit to CORPUS take?
A visit consists of a fixed route through the body and takes several hours on average. You don't have to plan anything yourself along the way. Everything is coordinated so that the visit remains clear and relaxed for families.
Do you need to have a lot of prior knowledge?
No, prior knowledge is not necessary. Everything is explained along the way in a way that is understandable for children and adults. Precisely because you experience it together, conversation and curiosity arise naturally.
When is CORPUS a good choice for a family outing?
CORPUS is well suited to families who:
- Wanting to experience something together
- Finding a museum that works for children too
- Want an educational but fun outing?
- Prefer to choose an indoor activity
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