Thessaloniki : Must-See attractions walking tour

Your tour begins at the meeting point in front of Hagios Demetrios, where you'll meet your guide and start your exploration of Thessaloniki's historical treasures. Visit the White Tower, a monument and museum that replaced an old Byzantine fortification and became a notorious prison during Ottoman rule. Admire its architecture and learn about its fascinating history. Continue your journey with a visit to the Church of Saint Demetrius, the main sanctuary dedicated to the city's patron saint. Explore the Rotunda, one of the oldest religious sites in Thessaloniki, built in 306 A.D. by the Romans. Marvel at the Arch of Galerius, part of a palatial complex that may have been used as a mausoleum or temple. Finally, explore the Roman Forum of Thessaloniki, featuring two-storey stoas and dug up in the 1960s.

1. 1

   White Tower of Thessaloniki

   24 min

   Explore the most famous landmark of Thessaloniki, once part of the city's fortification and a prison, now a symbol of the city.

2. 2

   Galerian Complex - Apsidal Hall

   24 min

   Visit the palace, hippodrome, arch, and Rotunda built by Cesar Galerius when he made Thessaloniki his place of residence.

3. 3

   Stop 3

   24 min

   Discover one of the oldest churches in Thessaloniki, still preserving its beautiful mosaics.

4. 4

   The Greek Agora and Roman Forum

   24 min

   Explore the center of all financial and administrative activity during Roman times, once full of life.

5. 5

   Holy Church of Saint Demetrius, Patron Saint of Thessalonica

   24 min

   Visit the church where Thessaloniki's patron saint is worshipped, a site of pilgrimage for hundreds of people daily.

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• It's a city tour and not a tour inside the monuments.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.