Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Alkmaar January 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Alkmaar Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Alkmaar.dx5283)[Hotels in Alkmaar](https://expedia.co.uk/Alkmaar-Hotels.d5283.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Alkmaar](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Alkmaar.d5283.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Alkmaar Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Alkmaar.d5283.Car-Hire-Guide)[Alkmaar Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Alkmaar.d5283.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in Alkmaar ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Alkmaar Types of activities [Alkmaar travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Alkmaar.dx5283) ![Waag showing street scenes and cycling](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6110938/c82eea83-4f79-4d6f-a3a6-6b9717206fe7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Waag showing street scenes and cycling](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6110938/c82eea83-4f79-4d6f-a3a6-6b9717206fe7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Stedelijk Museum which includes interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6110946/201752e4-153a-4317-8ad3-ade85b3a614b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Stedelijk Museum showing modern architecture and street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6110946/5502cc5b-9377-4f7f-a649-12ef06537515.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Stedelijk Museum showing interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6110946/40e2742c-852f-42b5-9ba2-219743e201be.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Alkmaar Attractions Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Alkmaar has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Alkmaar, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Alkmaar with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Places of interest in Alkmaar Alkmaar is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Alkmaar, and make it a breeze to explore Alkmaar and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Alkmaar to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit to Alkmaar, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in Alkmaar. #### Alkmaar attractions Alkmaar has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Alkmaar to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Alkmaar. Looking for things to do in Alkmaar can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine of Alkmaar or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Alkmaar attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. Happy trails! --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself One Key members save % or more on select activities, hotels, cars and holiday rentals. [Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.co.uk/welcome-one-key) --- ### Most fun & popular experiences in Alkmaar ### Tours & day trips [See all 84 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=5283&location=Alkmaar&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) ![Day Trip to Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam and Marken from Amsterdam](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1148484/bca593a8-c29c-429b-bd5a-0f0597e2e8ac.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Day Trip to Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam and Marken from Amsterdam 6h 30m 9.8/10 45 reviews Free cancellation available £30 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/day-trip-to-zaanse-schans-edam-volendam-and-marken-from-amsterdam.a1148484.activity-details?&rid=5283&location=Alkmaar&swp=off) ![Giethoorn, Zaanse Schans Windmills Guided Day Trip from Amsterdam](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1156931/dab7f7fb-e465-459f-b473-af78588e7a1a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Giethoorn, Zaanse Schans Windmills Guided Day Trip from Amsterdam 10h 30m 9.4/10 55 reviews Free cancellation available £100 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/giethoorn-zaanse-schans-windmills-guided-day-trip-from-amsterdam.a1156931.activity-details?&rid=5283&location=Alkmaar&swp=off) ![Day Trip to Zaandam Lego Village, Zaanse Schans and Giethoorn](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50106810/b149e883-074e-4dd4-afdd-6fa31f8dcdbb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Day Trip to Zaandam Lego Village, Zaanse Schans and Giethoorn 10h 10/10 4 reviews Free cancellation available £103 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/day-trip-to-zaandam-lego-village-zaanse-schans-and-giethoorn.a50106810.activity-details?&rid=5283&location=Alkmaar&swp=off) ![Amsterdam: Dutch Windmills, Cheese and Wooden Shoes guided tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1169121/cfb2cf38-5fb3-421e-988a-18fcdaea2de7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Amsterdam: Dutch Windmills, Cheese and Wooden Shoes guided tour 5h 9.2/10 32 reviews Free cancellation available ~~£37~~£29 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/zaanse-schans-windmills-and-volendam-from-amsterdam-live-guided.a1169121.activity-details?&rid=5283&location=Alkmaar&swp=off) ![Excursion to the mills of Zaanse Schans](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4223476/2d017529-ca07-4e9d-bf6a-674e5daa31bf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Excursion to the mills of Zaanse Schans 5h Free cancellation available £22 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/excursion-to-the-mills-of-zaanse-schans.a4223476.activity-details?&rid=5283&location=Alkmaar&swp=off) ![Giethoorn, Afsluitdijk, Zaanse Schans Day Tour Incl Hotel Pick Up](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4171852/c513a19c-21f4-4991-aadb-dadf2bb27f57.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Giethoorn, Afsluitdijk, Zaanse Schans Day Tour Incl Hotel Pick Up 10h 10/10 2 reviews Free cancellation available £112 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/giethoorn-afsluitdijk-zaanse-schans-day-tour-incl-hotel-pick-up.a4171852.activity-details?&rid=5283&location=Alkmaar&swp=off) ![Zaanse Schans Windmills and Cheese Guided Tour from Amsterdam](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1169183/d4473b5e-efc8-4c07-a05f-ee9de3037459.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Zaanse Schans Windmills and Cheese Guided Tour from Amsterdam 3h 30m 7.6/10 25 reviews Free cancellation available £33 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/zaanse-schans-windmills-and-cheese-guided-tour-from-amsterdam.a1169183.activity-details?&rid=5283&location=Alkmaar&swp=off) ![Fabulous Dutch and French Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1725422/470a6f3c-47fc-48af-b3c4-8b017fe26488.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Fabulous Dutch and French Tour 4h 6/10 2 reviews Free cancellation available £40 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/calypso-tour.a1725422.activity-details?&rid=5283&location=Alkmaar&swp=off) ![Zaanse Schans: Windmill & Museum Entry Ticket w/ Audio Guide](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48876612/201ba402-dafe-460b-9ebe-deb375b0ea15.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Zaanse Schans: Windmill & Museum Entry Ticket w/ Audio Guide Free cancellation available £26 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/zaanse-schans-windmill-museum-entry-ticket-w-audio-guide.a48876612.activity-details?&rid=5283&location=Alkmaar&swp=off) ![Zaandijk: Chocolate making demonstration & tasting](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48095946/c12f3262-8cf0-44c7-b448-271e061556cf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Zaandijk: Chocolate making demonstration & tasting 45m Free cancellation available £22 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/zaandijk-chocolate-making-demonstration-tasting.a48095946.activity-details?&rid=5283&location=Alkmaar&swp=off) ### Private & custom tours [See all 55 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=5283&location=Alkmaar&filter.categories=Privatecustomtours) ![Zaanse Schans and Volendam Private Tour – Clogs, Cheese and More](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/986997/2eff7a94-33ea-4b3c-baa1-a58e58a6d51c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Zaanse Schans and Volendam Private Tour – Clogs, Cheese and More 5h Free cancellation available ~~£147~~£132 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-tour-to-zaanse-schans-volendam-cheese-windmills-clogs.a986997.activity-details?&rid=5283&location=Alkmaar&swp=off) ![Giethoorn Private Tour, Canal Cruise and Windmills from Amsterdam](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/688226/c6a93b98-210e-476f-9543-cb1fa77e1540.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Giethoorn Private Tour, Canal Cruise and Windmills from Amsterdam 8h Free cancellation available £663 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/giethoorn-private-day-tour-with-canal-cruise-and-windmills-from-amsterdam.a688226.activity-details?&rid=5283&location=Alkmaar&swp=off) ![Zaanse Schans Windmills, cheese and clogs and Volendam tour from Amsterdam](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/682286/6690694a-6aa5-48e7-868c-e19df485af5d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Zaanse Schans Windmills, cheese and clogs and Volendam tour from Amsterdam 5h Free cancellation available £459 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/zaanse-schans-windmills-cheese-and-clogs-and-volendam-tour-from-amsterdam.a682286.activity-details?&rid=5283&location=Alkmaar&swp=off) ![Private day trip from Amsterdam to Zaanse Schans, 3h Sightseeing](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50094238/9454fde7-bad8-4d7c-96a6-c770eb84e35a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private day trip from Amsterdam to Zaanse Schans, 3h Sightseeing 5h Free cancellation available £347 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-car-tour-to-zaanse-schans-from-amsterdam.a50094238.activity-details?&rid=5283&location=Alkmaar&swp=off) ![Private tour to the Windmills and countryside from Rotterdam](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/673945/080222d9-8d94-4f6a-bef5-b62a301efa1d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private tour to the Windmills and countryside from Rotterdam 6h Free cancellation available £681 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-tour-to-windmills-cheese-and-clogs-countryside-volendam-from-amsterdam.a673945.activity-details?&rid=5283&location=Alkmaar&swp=off) ![Windmills Country side tour Zaanse Schans Cheesefactory-Volendam](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49216459/d1eaf9f7-2a4a-486e-8507-d30b49646e22.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Windmills Country side tour Zaanse Schans Cheesefactory-Volendam 4h Free cancellation available £295 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/windmills-country-side-tour-zaanse-schans-cheesefactory-volendam.a49216459.activity-details?&rid=5283&location=Alkmaar&swp=off) ![Day Trip to Zaanse Schans, Volendam & Marken](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/796321/64b4f91a-19fd-467c-9248-a4cd9a3d277b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Day Trip to Zaanse Schans, Volendam & Marken 6h Free cancellation available £450 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/day-trip-to-zaanse-schans-volendam-marken.a796321.activity-details?&rid=5283&location=Alkmaar&swp=off) ![IJmuiden to Amsterdam: 4.5-Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Shore Excursion](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50831042/5183eade-bb1c-4d29-b2b7-c0283aaeebb0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### IJmuiden to Amsterdam: 4.5-Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Shore Excursion 4h 30m Free cancellation available £546 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/ijmuiden-to-amsterdam-4-5-hour-hop-on-hop-off-shore-excursion.a50831042.activity-details?&rid=5283&location=Alkmaar&swp=off) ![Zaanse Schans: City Walk Audio Guide in 7 Languages on your Phone](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47272692/274fb507-a566-439a-9db3-5e0ba04c518c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Zaanse Schans: City Walk Audio Guide in 7 Languages on your Phone 3h Free cancellation available £6 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/zaanse-schans-in-1-day-walking-tour-audioguide-in-7-languages.a47272692.activity-details?&rid=5283&location=Alkmaar&swp=off) ![Jmuiden Cruise to Amsterdam and Old Holland Private Minivan Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49213520/99df8e34-d9fd-4691-a404-9e135537290a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Jmuiden Cruise to Amsterdam and Old Holland Private Minivan Tour 6h Free cancellation available £503 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/jmuiden-cruise-to-amsterdam-and-old-holland-private-minivan-tour.a49213520.activity-details?&rid=5283&location=Alkmaar&swp=off) ### Classes & workshops [See all 3 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=5283&location=Alkmaar&filter.categories=ClassesWorkshops) ![Zaandijk: Chocolate making demonstration & tasting](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48095946/c12f3262-8cf0-44c7-b448-271e061556cf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Zaandijk: Chocolate making demonstration & tasting 45m Free cancellation available £22 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/zaandijk-chocolate-making-demonstration-tasting.a48095946.activity-details?&rid=5283&location=Alkmaar&swp=off) ![Zaandam: paint a Dutch windmill in a cosy atelier](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48297473/e2421155-da01-4dff-8b0f-1bfc96d14b57.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Zaandam: paint a Dutch windmill in a cosy atelier 2h Free cancellation available £82 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/zaandam-paint-a-dutch-windmill-in-a-cosy-atelier.a48297473.activity-details?&rid=5283&location=Alkmaar&swp=off) ![Zaandam: Paint a Perfect Portrait workshop](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48191787/20129a76-9d51-4071-8779-553803243c93.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Zaandam: Paint a Perfect Portrait workshop 3h Free cancellation available £95 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/zaandam-paint-a-perfect-portrait-workshop.a48191787.activity-details?&rid=5283&location=Alkmaar&swp=off) ## Recommended things to do in Alkmaar | Number of things to do | 84 | | ------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Explore Highlights of Alkmaar: Self-Guided GPS and Audio Tour](/things-to-do/alkmaar-highlights-walking-tour-audio-and-gps-guided.a47255259.activity-details): £5 | | Top 5 things to do | [Giethoorn, Zaanse Schans Windmills Guided Day Trip from Amsterdam](/things-to-do/giethoorn-zaanse-schans-windmills-guided-day-trip-from-amsterdam.a1156931.activity-details)[Day Trip to Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam and Marken from Amsterdam](/things-to-do/day-trip-to-zaanse-schans-edam-volendam-and-marken-from-amsterdam.a1148484.activity-details)[Amsterdam: Dutch Windmills, Cheese and Wooden Shoes guided tour](/things-to-do/zaanse-schans-windmills-and-volendam-from-amsterdam-live-guided.a1169121.activity-details)[Zaanse Schans Windmills and Cheese Guided Tour from Amsterdam](/things-to-do/zaanse-schans-windmills-and-cheese-guided-tour-from-amsterdam.a1169183.activity-details)[Zaanse Schans: Windmill & Museum Entry Ticket w/ Audio Guide](/things-to-do/zaanse-schans-windmill-museum-entry-ticket-w-audio-guide.a48876612.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Zaanse Schans Windmills and Cheese Guided Tour from Amsterdam](/things-to-do/zaanse-schans-windmills-and-cheese-guided-tour-from-amsterdam.a1169183.activity-details)[A Walk in Zaanse Schans with In-App Audio Tour](/things-to-do/a-walk-in-zaanse-schans-with-in-app-audio-tour.a5303631.activity-details)[Zaandam: Paint a Perfect Portrait workshop](/things-to-do/zaandam-paint-a-perfect-portrait-workshop.a48191787.activity-details)[Zaandam: paint a Dutch windmill in a cosy atelier](/things-to-do/zaandam-paint-a-dutch-windmill-in-a-cosy-atelier.a48297473.activity-details)[Zaanse Schans: A Windmills, Crafts and History Self-Guided Tour](/things-to-do/zaanse-schans-a-windmills-crafts-and-history-self-guided-tour.a50864478.activity-details) | | With kids | [Day Trip to Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam and Marken from Amsterdam](/things-to-do/day-trip-to-zaanse-schans-edam-volendam-and-marken-from-amsterdam.a1148484.activity-details)[Amsterdam: Dutch Windmills, Cheese and Wooden Shoes guided tour](/things-to-do/zaanse-schans-windmills-and-volendam-from-amsterdam-live-guided.a1169121.activity-details)[Zaanse Schans Windmills and Cheese Guided Tour from Amsterdam](/things-to-do/zaanse-schans-windmills-and-cheese-guided-tour-from-amsterdam.a1169183.activity-details)[Zaanse Schans: Windmill & Museum Entry Ticket w/ Audio Guide](/things-to-do/zaanse-schans-windmill-museum-entry-ticket-w-audio-guide.a48876612.activity-details)[Excursion to the mills of Zaanse Schans](/things-to-do/excursion-to-the-mills-of-zaanse-schans.a4223476.activity-details) | ## What to do in Alkmaar --- ### Popular places to visit ![Stedelijk Museum featuring art and interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6110946/22ebea69-4ba3-4cb8-8fdd-bf9fc9553099.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Stedelijk-Museum-Alkmaar.d6110946.Attraction) ![Waag which includes street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6110938/722d9bc1-c602-4173-b72e-fa7dd85e724c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Waag Visit the cheese museum and learn about cheese making throughout history inside Alkmaar’s beautiful 14th-century cheese weighing house. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Waag-Alkmaar.d6110938.Attraction) #### 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 cycling trails. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheese-Market-Alkmaar.d553248621532510430.Attraction) #### Waagplein Learn about the local history of Alkmaar when you spend time at Waagplein. Visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its local cheese shops. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Waagplein-Alkmaar.d6110940.Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/AFAS-Stadium-Alkmaar.d6110936.Attraction) #### St Laurenskerk You can learn about the history of Alkmaar with a stop at St Laurenskerk. Discover the area's shops and seek out its cycling trails. [](https://expedia.co.uk/St-Laurenskerk-Alkmaar.d6110944.Attraction) #### Dutch Cheese Museum You can browse the exhibits at Dutch Cheese Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Alkmaar. Discover the area's shops and seek out its cycling trails. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Dutch-Cheese-Museum-Alkmaar.d553248621532510429.Attraction) #### Vismarkt Learn about the local history of Alkmaar with a stop at Vismarkt. Discover the area's shops and seek out its cycling trails. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Vismarkt-Alkmaar.d6110942.Attraction) #### DSB Stadion Catch an event at DSB Stadion during your trip to Alkmaar. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops. 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Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Alkmaar ![Beautiful autumn background with pathway through the wood, Yellow orange leaves fall on the ground floor with the rows of big trees along the walkways, Heilooerbos (Forest) Noord Holland, Netherlands.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5315/7ef7c6fb-a5df-478d-91a0-40380c6743fa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Heiloo ![Plein which includes outdoor eating and street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6064723/67091796-5d36-4a97-8a64-24e94c8e1d30.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Bergen ![Pasture with horses and in the background a mill in the hamlet of Klein Dorregeest near the Dutch village Uitgeest.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6056161/1d7bbd36-6c03-45d8-849a-cda42c1f6188.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Akersloot ![Low angle view of a lighthouse, Egmond, Netherlands](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248622139941782/2ab0fea0-39f6-47d2-bb75-1a8c3eb1e3b3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Egmond aan den Hoef ![Luftaufnahme mit dem Park van Luna und dem Ortsteil Stad van de Zon in Heerhugowaard. Provinz Nordholland in den Niederlanden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000024726/2ca4864b-48fd-4ae1-893e-7cc87ffb7dc8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Heerhugowaard ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Alkmaar worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Alkmaar? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Alkmaar? ### Is three days enough to stay in Alkmaar? ### What are some activities to do in Alkmaar with kids? > - [Day Trip to Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam and Marken from Amsterdam](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/day-trip-to-zaanse-schans-edam-volendam-and-marken-from-amsterdam.a1148484.activity-details) > - [Amsterdam: Dutch Windmills, Cheese and Wooden Shoes guided tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/zaanse-schans-windmills-and-volendam-from-amsterdam-live-guided.a1169121.activity-details) > - [Zaanse Schans Windmills and Cheese Guided Tour from Amsterdam](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/zaanse-schans-windmills-and-cheese-guided-tour-from-amsterdam.a1169183.activity-details) > - 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