
What to do · Alkmaar
Cheese Museum, in the Waag
Information
- From
- €7 per adult
- Duration
- 1 h
- Season
- All year; hours depend on the day, check the calendar on its website
- Who it's for
- All ages
The Cheese Museum occupies the upper floors of the Waag, the old hospital turned public weigh house in the 16th century, which presides over the Waagplein. It explains in an interactive way the whole process, from cow to cheese, and the history of the market and of the carriers. Children have a treasure hunt, touch screens, films and games.
Price and hours
It costs €7 for adults and €3 for ages 4 to 12. The hours change according to the day and the season: on market Fridays it opens early, and in winter only in the afternoon, so look at the calendar on its website before you go.
Frequently asked questions
Is it open all year?
Yes, with different hours depending on the day.
Can you see the market from the museum?
It is in the weigh house building, in the middle of the market square.
With young childrenAs a family






