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By Local Tours Expert
Free cancellation available
Price is £29 per adult

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

  • Most travellers think they’ve seen Thessaloniki after strolling along the waterfront or snapping a photo of the White Tower. But what if I told you that the real soul of the city hides in its backstreets, in the scent of roasted coffee, the laughter echoing from local markets, and the stories carved into ancient walls that most visitors never notice?

    Without a local by your side, it’s easy to walk past history without realising it’s there. You might taste the food but miss the tradition behind it, or admire the ruins without hearing the legends that shaped them. Thessaloniki isn’t just a place to see, it’s a feeling to experience, and exploring alone means missing its most human side.

    That’s where the Walking Tour in Thessaloniki comes in. Your local guide tailors the route to what fascinates you most. You’ll visit the city’s famous sights and its secret gems, meeting the real Thessaloniki beyond the guidebooks.

Activity location

  • White Tower of Thessaloniki
    • Leoforos Nikis, Leoforos Nikis, 54640
    • 546 40, Thessaloniki, Greece

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • YMCA Park Fountain
    • 546 21, Thessaloniki, Greece

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Shared Tour in English

  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h
    2h
  • English

English speaking tour guide

Language options: English
Price details
£28.93 x 1 Adult£28.93
Total
Price is £28.93

Private Tour in English

  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h
    2h
  • English

Private
English speaking tour guide

Language options: English
Price details
£185.43 x 1 Adult£185.43
Total
Price is £185.43

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    2-hour guided walking tour
  • What's includedWhat's included
    15 participants per tour guide
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Professional tour guide
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Service charge (optional)

Know before you book

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • In accordance with UK consumer law, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
  • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

Activity itinerary

White Tower of Thessaloniki

  • 15m
Admire the city's most iconic landmark, a 15th-century Ottoman tower that once served as a prison. Enjoy panoramic views from the top and explore its museum, which showcases Thessaloniki’s rich history. Outside visit only!

Monument of Alexander The Great

  • 15m
Admire the iconic equestrian statue of Alexander the Great, proudly standing by the waterfront, honouring the legendary conqueror and his horse Bucephalus.

Arch of Galerius

  • 15m
Observe the intricate reliefs on this 4th-century triumphal arch, celebrating Emperor Galerius’ victory over the Persians. Walk beneath its surviving sections and imagine the grandeur of the ancient Roman complex that once stood here.

Holy Cathedral Church of Hagia Sophia

  • 15m
Admire one of Thessaloniki’s oldest churches, dating back to the 8th century and inspired by Istanbul’s Hagia Sophia. Observe its stunning Byzantine mosaics and frescoes, which reflect the city’s deep Christian heritage.

Aristotelous Square

  • 15m
There are a few more stops along the way, but we’ll keep those as a surprise to make your experience even more special.

Modiano Market

  • 15m
Experience the authentic flavours of Thessaloniki at Modiano Market, where tradition, aromas, and vibrant local life come together.

Ladadika District

  • 15m
Wander through the colourful streets of Ladadika, a historic area filled with traditional tavernas, music, and the city’s lively nightlife.

Valaoritou

  • 15m
Discover Thessaloniki’s creative side in Valaoritou, a trendy hotspot known for its bars, art spaces, and unique urban energy.

Location

Activity location

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    White Tower of Thessaloniki
    • Leoforos Nikis, Leoforos Nikis, 54640
    • 546 40, Thessaloniki, Greece

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    YMCA Park Fountain
    • 546 21, Thessaloniki, Greece

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