Alkmaar has 7 verified shops, with most located around the Waagplein and the Langestraat. The cheese town has a quiet, local coffeeshop scene and several well-frequented smartshops carrying truffles and herbal products. Headshops are few in number but offer a broad vaporizer selection. Most shops open from 10:00 to 22:00. The North Holland location above Amsterdam makes Alkmaar a quieter alternative for visitors avoiding the capital. The Alkmaar directory below carries independent Smartshop Scores.