Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Alkmaar March 2026 | Expedia.ca [Alkmaar Travel Guide](https://expedia.ca/Alkmaar.dx5283)[Hotels in Alkmaar](https://expedia.ca/Alkmaar-Hotels.d5283.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Alkmaar](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Alkmaar.d5283.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Alkmaar Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Alkmaar.d5283.Car-Rental-Guide)[Alkmaar Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Alkmaar.d5283.Destination-Travel-Guides) # What to do in Alkmaar ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Alkmaar Types of activities [Alkmaar travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Alkmaar.dx5283) ![Alkmaar](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6110938/c82eea83-4f79-4d6f-a3a6-6b9717206fe7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Alkmaar](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6110946/201752e4-153a-4317-8ad3-ade85b3a614b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Alkmaar](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6110946/5502cc5b-9377-4f7f-a649-12ef06537515.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Alkmaar](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6110946/40e2742c-852f-42b5-9ba2-219743e201be.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Alkmaar](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6110946/048d65c2-c325-4b33-9a58-b1b9b6892629.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Alkmaar Attractions Let Expedia help you experience the best that Alkmaar has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, 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 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. #### Activities and Tours Alkmaar is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore 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 experience 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, 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. #### Alkmaar Attractions Expedia 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 to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Alkmaar. Looking for things to do 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 or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Alkmaar attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. --- - ![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 Members save % or more when you book activities. --- ### Most fun & popular experiences in Alkmaar ### Tours & day trips [See all 99 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taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/giethoorn-and-zaanse-schans-windmills-day-trip-from-amsterdam.a1156931.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 9.8/10 653 Viator reviews Free cancellation available ~~CA $207~~CA $194 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/giethoorn-afsluitdijk-zaanse-schans-day-tour-mini-vip-bus-incl-hotel-pick-up.a4171852.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 5 verified reviews Free cancellation available CA $190 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/day-trip-to-zaandam-lego-village-zaanse-schans-and-giethoorn.a50106810.activity-details?&rid=5283&location=Alkmaar&swp=off) ![Fabulous Dutch and French Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1725422/25cfe2a9-5ee3-47d3-b8bc-126dd69d448b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Fabulous Dutch and French Tour 4h 8.8/10 13 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $76 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/calypso-tour.a1725422.activity-details?&rid=5283&location=Alkmaar&swp=off) ![Zaandijk-Near Zaanse Schans Chocolate making demo & tasting](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48095946/c12f3262-8cf0-44c7-b448-271e061556cf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Zaandijk-Near Zaanse Schans Chocolate making demo & tasting 45m 9/10 2 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available CA $40 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/zaandijk-chocolate-making-demonstration-tasting.a48095946.activity-details?&rid=5283&location=Alkmaar&swp=off) ![From Amsterdam : Windmills of Zaanse Schans Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4223476/d91b3312-1d67-4b14-8078-33ec6c3180f9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Amsterdam : Windmills of Zaanse Schans Tour 5h 10/10 1 Viator review Free cancellation available CA $40 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/excursion-to-the-mills-of-zaanse-schans.a4223476.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 7.8/10 10 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available CA $47 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/zaanse-schans-windmill-museum-entry-ticket-w-audio-guide.a48876612.activity-details?&rid=5283&location=Alkmaar&swp=off) ![Day Tour Giethoorn, Afsluitdijk and Zaanse Schans with Boat Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5169429/ad3e32fd-5b3b-4b9d-8e79-aba9a0d38931.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Day Tour Giethoorn, Afsluitdijk and Zaanse Schans with Boat Cruise 10h 9.6/10 19 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $206 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/day-tour-giethoorn-afsluitdijk-and-zaanse-schans-with-boat-cruise.a5169429.activity-details?&rid=5283&location=Alkmaar&swp=off) ![Zaanse Schans and Giethoorn Unique Day Trip with Boat Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46344345/72fd6651-1125-4b3d-8438-379718ccae50.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Zaanse Schans and Giethoorn Unique Day Trip with Boat Cruise 10h 9.8/10 8 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $174 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/zaanse-schans-and-giethoorn-unique-day-trip-with-boat-cruise.a46344345.activity-details?&rid=5283&location=Alkmaar&swp=off) ### Private & custom tours [See all 64 activities](https://expedia.ca/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 9.8/10 83 Viator reviews Free cancellation available ~~CA $271~~CA $255 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/marken-volendam-zaanse-schans-cheese-windmills-and-clogs.a986997.activity-details?&rid=5283&location=Alkmaar&swp=off) ![Private Zaanse Schans & Volendam Tour: Windmills, Cheese & Clogs](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1045777/62f99ca3-549b-44c0-b7aa-cfb300197660.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Zaanse Schans & Volendam Tour: Windmills, Cheese & Clogs 5h 9.4/10 23 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $831 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/countryside-zaanse-schans-windmills-tour.a1045777.activity-details?&rid=5283&location=Alkmaar&swp=off) ![Private Zaanse Schans Dutch Windmills Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50665076/bdf277cf-c645-431d-9cc2-5f723df3a271.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Zaanse Schans Dutch Windmills Tour 3h Free cancellation available CA $122 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-zaanse-schans-dutch-windmills-tour.a50665076.activity-details?&rid=5283&location=Alkmaar&swp=off) ![Private Zaanse Schans Windmill Cruise On Luxury Boat](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48798171/e803ea16-d9f3-439b-a91c-cfcc2a80ed9f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Zaanse Schans Windmill Cruise On Luxury Boat 1h Free cancellation available CA $286 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-zaanse-schans-windmill-cruise-on-luxury-boat.a48798171.activity-details?&rid=5283&location=Alkmaar&swp=off) ![Sightseeing Tour Cheese Factory, Wooden shoe Factory & Windmills from Amste...](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50660090/61e19697-43db-49a0-b441-5a6497dc5967.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sightseeing Tour Cheese Factory, Wooden shoe Factory & Windmills from Amste... 5h Free cancellation available CA $895 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/sightseeing-tour-cheese-factory-wooden-shoe-factory-windmills-from-amsterdam.a50660090.activity-details?&rid=5283&location=Alkmaar&swp=off) ![Private Tour to Cheese Factory, Wooden shoe Factory & Windmills from Amster...](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50660681/0d2174de-64b8-4d96-956c-c73b22057d78.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Tour to Cheese Factory, Wooden shoe Factory & Windmills from Amster... 5h Free cancellation available CA $867 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-tour-to-cheese-factory-wooden-shoe-factory-windmills-from-amsterdam.a50660681.activity-details?&rid=5283&location=Alkmaar&swp=off) ![Zaanse Schans: Private Cruise + Live Guide, Optional Drinks](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44509211/c4043299-de3e-47b6-88c1-ab96180a5ca5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Zaanse Schans: Private Cruise + Live Guide, Optional Drinks 1h 9.8/10 9 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available CA $286 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/zaanse-schans-75-minute-private-luxury-cruise.a44509211.activity-details?&rid=5283&location=Alkmaar&swp=off) ![Private Old-Holland Tour from Amsterdam](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5238399/96f88da4-f8c5-4cf2-9ef7-4085cb0fb896.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Old-Holland Tour from Amsterdam 10h Free cancellation available CA $1,079 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/old-holland-tour.a5238399.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 CA $11 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/zaanse-schans-self-guided-city-walking-tour-with-audio-guide.a47272692.activity-details?&rid=5283&location=Alkmaar&swp=off) ![Private Amsterdam and Countryside Tour in a Comfortable Mercedes Minivan](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3492417/af8fe364-12c1-4265-a696-0c162c4b6e6f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Amsterdam and Countryside Tour in a Comfortable Mercedes Minivan 5h 10/10 4 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $839 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-amsterdam-and-countryside-tour-in-a-comfortable-mercedes-minivan.a3492417.activity-details?&rid=5283&location=Alkmaar&swp=off) ### Classes & workshops [See all 4 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=5283&location=Alkmaar&filter.categories=ClassesWorkshops) ![Zaandijk-Near Zaanse Schans Chocolate making demo & tasting](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48095946/c12f3262-8cf0-44c7-b448-271e061556cf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Zaandijk-Near Zaanse Schans Chocolate making demo & tasting 45m 9/10 2 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available CA $40 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/zaandijk-chocolate-making-demonstration-tasting.a48095946.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 10/10 1 GetYourGuide review Free cancellation available CA $176 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/zaandam-paint-a-perfect-portrait-workshop.a48191787.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 CA $152 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/zaandam-paint-a-dutch-windmill-in-a-cosy-atelier.a48297473.activity-details?&rid=5283&location=Alkmaar&swp=off) ![Zaanse Schans: Cruise UNESCO Windmills Village + Live Guide](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51847691/177f42d1-ac89-45a8-a5aa-003b8cf833bf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Zaanse Schans: Cruise UNESCO Windmills Village + Live Guide 25m Free cancellation available CA $10 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/zaanse-schans-cruise-unesco-windmills-village-live-guide.a51847691.activity-details?&rid=5283&location=Alkmaar&swp=off) ### Adventure & outdoor [See all 4 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=5283&location=Alkmaar&filter.categories=AdventureOutdoor) ![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 CA $11 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/zaanse-schans-self-guided-city-walking-tour-with-audio-guide.a47272692.activity-details?&rid=5283&location=Alkmaar&swp=off) ![7 day all-inclusive E-Bike trip in The Netherlands](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2749210/8e48bd37-e332-4a3d-a41c-9c144281fac5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 7 day all-inclusive E-Bike trip in The Netherlands 7d CA $4,261 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/7-day-all-inclusive-e-bike-trip-in-the-netherlands.a2749210.activity-details?&rid=5283&location=Alkmaar&swp=off) ![Alkmaar: City Walk with Audio Guide in 7 Languages on your Phone](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46154129/672ef7c6-6496-4d97-8169-44414401f4ba.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Alkmaar: City Walk with Audio Guide in 7 Languages on your Phone 3h Free cancellation available CA $11 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/selfguided-walking-tour-with-virtual-audio-guide-in-alkmaar.a46154129.activity-details?&rid=5283&location=Alkmaar&swp=off) ![Guided Bike Tour along the Dutch Tulip Fields in Noord Holland](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45675354/49128580-e429-4f3f-bd9d-7e247fe4ca6f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Guided Bike Tour along the Dutch Tulip Fields in Noord Holland 4h 9.8/10 7 Viator reviews CA $158 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/guided-bike-tour-along-the-dutch-tulip-fields-in-noord-holland.a45675354.activity-details?&rid=5283&location=Alkmaar&swp=off) ## Recommended things to do in Alkmaar | Number of things to do | 106 | | ------------------------------- | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Amsterdam: Train transfer From/To Zaandijk Zaanse Schans](/things-to-do/amsterdam-train-transfer-from-to-zaandijk-zaanse-schans.a51691626.activity-details): CA $8 | | Top 5 things to do | [Giethoorn, Zaanse Schans Windmills Guided Day Trip from Amsterdam](/things-to-do/giethoorn-and-zaanse-schans-windmills-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)[Giethoorn, Afsluitdijk, Zaanse Schans Day Tour Incl Hotel Pick Up](/things-to-do/giethoorn-afsluitdijk-zaanse-schans-day-tour-mini-vip-bus-incl-hotel-pick-up.a4171852.activity-details)[From Amsterdam: Guided Zaanse Schans, Windmills and Cheese Tour](/things-to-do/zaanse-schans-windmills-cheesetasting-live-guide-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 | [From Amsterdam: Guided Zaanse Schans, Windmills and Cheese Tour](/things-to-do/zaanse-schans-windmills-cheesetasting-live-guide-from-amsterdam.a1169183.activity-details)[Alkmaar Cruise from the Cheese Market](/things-to-do/alkmaar-cruise-from-the-cheese-market.a50132815.activity-details)[Explore Highlights of Alkmaar: Self-Guided GPS and Audio Tour](/things-to-do/alkmaar-highlights-walking-tour-audio-and-gps-guided.a47255259.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) | | 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)[From Amsterdam: Guided Zaanse Schans, Windmills and Cheese Tour](/things-to-do/zaanse-schans-windmills-cheesetasting-live-guide-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)[From Amsterdam : Windmills of Zaanse Schans Tour](/things-to-do/excursion-to-the-mills-of-zaanse-schans.a4223476.activity-details)[Dutch Countryside Tour: Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam & Marken](/things-to-do/dutch-countryside-tour-zaanse-schans-edam-volendam-marken.a51264354.activity-details) | ## What to do in Alkmaar --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Alkmaar ![Stedelijk Museum](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.ca/Stedelijk-Museum-Alkmaar.d6110946.Vacation-Attraction) ![Waag](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.ca/Waag-Alkmaar.d6110938.Vacation-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 biking trails. [](https://expedia.ca/Cheese-Market-Alkmaar.d553248621532510430.Vacation-Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Waagplein-Alkmaar.d6110940.Vacation-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.ca/AFAS-Stadium-Alkmaar.d6110936.Vacation-Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Vismarkt-Alkmaar.d6110942.Vacation-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 biking trails. [](https://expedia.ca/Dutch-Cheese-Museum-Alkmaar.d553248621532510429.Vacation-Attraction) #### Stadhuis You can learn about the history of Alkmaar with a trip to Stadhuis. Discover the area's shops and seek out its biking trails. [](https://expedia.ca/Stadhuis-Alkmaar.d553248621533170231.Vacation-Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Noordhollandse-GC-Alkmaar.d553248621563232335.Vacation-Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.ca/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 ![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 ![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.ca/things-to-do/day-trip-to-zaanse-schans-edam-volendam-and-marken-from-amsterdam.a1148484.activity-details) > - [From Amsterdam: Guided Zaanse Schans, Windmills and Cheese Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/zaanse-schans-windmills-cheesetasting-live-guide-from-amsterdam.a1169183.activity-details) > - [Zaanse Schans: Windmill & Museum Entry Ticket w/ Audio Guide](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/zaanse-schans-windmill-museum-entry-ticket-w-audio-guide.a48876612.activity-details) > - [From Amsterdam : Windmills of Zaanse Schans Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/excursion-to-the-mills-of-zaanse-schans.a4223476.activity-details) > - [Dutch Countryside Tour: Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam & Marken](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/dutch-countryside-tour-zaanse-schans-edam-volendam-marken.a51264354.activity-details) ### What to do in Alkmaar for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Alkmaar? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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