Micropolis La Cité des Insectes Here, Wahouuuh is written in lowercase!

Opening hours

Closed

  • Monday Closed
  • Tuesday Closed
  • Wednesday 10:00 am - 06:00 pm
  • Thursday 10:00 am - 06:00 pm
  • Friday 10:00 am - 06:00 pm
  • Saturday 10:00 am - 07:00 pm
  • Sunday 10:00 am - 07:00 pm

Opens Wednesday at 10:00 am

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Useful information

Location : In the countryside

Province : Aveyron - Cœur d'Aveyron

Services

  • Bar
  • Children playground
  • Chèques Vacances (Holiday voucher)
  • Credit card accepted
  • Disable access
  • English spoken
  • Entertainment
  • Groups
  • Parking
  • Spanish spoken
  • Telephone
  • English
    • Micropolis, an unmissable family outing in Aveyron

      Looking for a family outing in Aveyron or an activity to do with children near Millau ? Welcome to Micropolis, the City of Insects, in Saint-Léons, a unique theme park in Europe dedicated to insects, nature and biodiversity.

      Just 20 minutes from Millau, enjoy an exceptional family day out discovering the fascinating world of small creatures. This season, don't miss our new temporary exhibition, "Underground Curiosities," a unique immersion into the little-known world of soil life and the incredible species that live beneath our feet.

      A nature activity to do in Aveyron with children

      Micropolis invites you to discover more than 40 live species of insects from all corners of the world through an immersive journey of 16 rooms.

      Observe butterflies fluttering freely in the tropical greenhouse, admire the work of ants, search for camouflaged stick insects, discover impressive carnivorous plants, and even the mysterious tarantulas. A 3D cinema, a giant interactive wall, and numerous fun experiences make the visit lively and accessible to all.

      Outside, extend your exploration with the Insect Carnival, a nature trail where enormous insect sculptures punctuate a playful walk combining games, music, and discovery. An original way to raise awareness of the richness of biodiversity among young and old alike.

      An exceptional day to experience with the family near Millau

      Throughout the season and every day, Micropolis offers activities for all ages to make each visit unique. Encounters with insects, immersive experiences, unusual discoveries, and participatory activities will fill your day.

      In summer, also enjoy the City's Nights, every Tuesday and Thursday from July 14th to August 20th until 10 pm. Discover a unique atmosphere, participate in a nighttime activity and enjoy a special tapas menu at the park's restaurant.

      To complete your day, settle into the panoramic restaurant overlooking the village of Saint-Léons and savor local specialties. You can also take a break at the Croc'cinelle snack bar or leave with a souvenir of your visit from the shop.

      Whether you are looking for a family activity in Aveyron, an outing idea with children, a visit near Millau or an original experience around nature and biodiversity, Micropolis promises you a day full of discoveries and wonder.

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Traveller Reviews Micropolis La Cité des Insectes

4.4 sur 5 2988 reviews

  • My Linh Nguyen

    1 sur 5 Reviews posted by My Linh Nguyen on 22/06/2026

    I should mention that I'm accompanying a school group with children from kindergarten to first grade, along with eight chaperones. An outdoor visit is really unsuitable in this sweltering heat. At noon, the children are very hungry and very hot. A hostess gives us hope by suggesting we go eat in a hall. We thought, "Phew!" We thought that with this heat and with young children, we'd finally be able to sit somewhere air-conditioned. We find ourselves crammed in with four or five other school groups, all sitting on the floor, very close together, in the suffocating heat. We were suffocating, and as a result, we had no appetite. Eating in these conditions was torture. All the doors were closed; there was no way to ventilate or create a breeze. We were sweating profusely. It was definitely not a pleasant day. They have so much schoolwork that they can't even organize themselves and stick to the schedule for the planned activities! It's a shame for the children, in any case, I won't be coming back!

  • Frédéric Cabanac

    3 sur 5 Reviews posted by Frédéric Cabanac on 15/06/2026

    The museum/vivarium section is interesting, but the park is much less so.

  • MARLENE MOREL

    5 sur 5 Reviews posted by MARLENE MOREL on 04/06/2026

    A wonderful moment, thank you to the team for the workshops and explanations.

Traveller Reviews Micropolis La Cité des Insectes

3.8 sur 5 444 reviews

  • "Well worth the visit"

    5 / 5 Reviews posted by Lisa c (Dublin, Ireland) on 21/07/2023

    Went here with two kids. The displays are great, especially the first room. Totally worth the drive to get there. We skipped the outdoor part because of other reviews saying it wasn't great and it...

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  • "An interesting place"

    4 / 5 Reviews posted by 882perl (Falkoping, Sweden) on 17/08/2019

    The outside area is for smaller children and doesn't have much to offer for adults or children above age 7. But on the inside it is interesting and educational. There could be more living species to...

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  • "A packed day out for kids and adults alike with lots of fun things to see and do"

    5 / 5 Reviews posted by Jenny F (Toulouse, France) on 28/02/2019

    A real treat ...well thought out with lots to see and do to fill up a whole day (especially if you have a fair drive to get there..). Highlights include special age-appropriate 'guided visits...

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Micropolis La Cité des Insectes

Address

268 Route de Micropolis
12780 Saint-Léons

GPS coordinates

44° 12'54.22"N, 2° 59'19.75"E

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