Best of Thessaloniki: Small Group Historical and Cultural Tour on foot
Experience the best of Thessaloniki and learn all about the region of Macedonia in half a day tour. Learn the highlights of this melting pot of cultures and feel the palm of the most popular city of Greece among the young people.
The modern city in which every corner you can see a different part of history and every single step you make you can feel footprints all the conquerors left behind.
Thessaloniki the capital of the region of Macedonia is the secret gem of Greece which has remained unspoiled from the industry of tourism and you can still feel the greek tradition and history.
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Stop At: White Tower of Thessaloniki, Leoforos Nikis Leoforos Nikis, 54640, Thessaloniki 546 40 Greece
Our accredited guide will meet you at the entrance of the White Tower to greet you and start your fascinating tour taking you in the past and over the centuries explaining you all the influence of the conquerors of this hidden gem of Greece. The White Tower once part of the Byzantine fortifications was rebuilt during the Ottoman period. Today is the symbol of Thessaloniki which stands by itself on the seacoast.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Arch of Galerius, Thessaloniki Greece
The triumphal arch known today as Kamara probably built between 298 A.D and 305 A.D to commemorate Galerius' victorious campaign against the Persians.
The structure consisted of eight piers arranged jn two parallel rows but today only three are preserved which two carry reliefs depicting scenes from the Romans' victorious campaigns against the Persians.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Rotunda, Pl. Agiou Georgiou Rotonta 5, Thessaloniki 546 35 Greece
The emblematic monument of Thessaloniki, was constructed in the early 4th century A.D. on the turning point between the pagan with the Christian world, probably as a temple for ancient cult worship or as a mausoleum for Constantine the Great .
This circular, domed building can only be compared to the Pantheon in Rome.
not long after it was built and during the early years of the Byzantine Empire, the Rotunda was turned into a Christian church.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Archaeological Museum of Thessaloniki, Manoli Andronikou 6 Manoli Andronikou 6, 54013, Thessaloniki 54621 Greece
The archaeological museum of Thessaloniki is one of the largest museums in Greece and the central museum of northern Greece. All visitors are welcome to experience its unique collections of ancient artifacts as well as its rich and extrovert cultural activities.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Church of Saint Dimitrios - Patron of Thessaloniki, Agiou Dimitriou 83 Center of town, Thessaloniki 546 33 Greece
This is the city's largest church ( UNESCO World Heritage) and the main sanctuary dedicated to its patron saint, Agios Dimitrios; it stands on the presumed site of his martyrdom 306 A.D. Restored after the fire of 1917, in line with the original architectural plans, the church has retained some features that are of incomparable historical and artistic interests.
Duration: 30 minutes
Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Stroller accessible"
"Service animals allowed"
"Near public transportation"
"Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level"
"This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"
Duración: 3 Hours
Lugar de comienzo: White Tower of Thessaloniki, Thessaloniki 546 21, Greece
Cancelaciones y devoluciones:
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
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