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What to do in Alkmaar
Popular places to visit
Waag
Visit the cheese museum and learn about cheese making throughout history inside Alkmaar’s beautiful 14th-century cheese weighing house.
Stedelijk Museum
Experience the Siege of Alkmaar, see the finery of the rich living in the Dutch Golden Age and discover the fascinating culture and history of the town.
Cheese Market
During your trip to Alkmaar, you can do some window-shopping at Cheese Market. Discover the area's local cheese shops or seek out the biking trails.
Hollands Kaasmuseum
Rich with history, Hollands Kaasmuseum is a cultural attraction worth visiting in Alkmaar. Visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its local cheese shops.
AFAS Stadium
Catch an event at AFAS Stadium during your trip to Alkmaar. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Waagplein
Learn about the local history of Alkmaar when you take a trip to Waagplein. Visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its local cheese shops.
Grote Kerk
Learn about the local history of Alkmaar with a stop at Grote Kerk. Visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its local cheese shops.
Vismarkt
Learn about the local history of Alkmaar when you spend time at Vismarkt. Discover the area's shops and seek out its biking trails.
Noordhollandse GC
Enjoy a round of golf in Alkmaar at Noordhollandse GC. Discover the area's local cheese shops or seek out the biking trails.
