Overview
Thessaloniki has numerous early Christian and Byzantine monuments protected by UNESCO as World Heritage Sites.
This is a walking tour we explore the rich cultural and religious heritage of this unique city, its tiny or larger churches hidden almost everywhere. Many of them are decorated with mosaics and frescoes still preserved dating back from the 5th to the 14th century.
Starting from the top of the hill with the Byzantine-time Acropolis, walking along the city walls, we continue to various churches in the city center.
We visit UNESCO monuments, mostly churches, with no admission fee required, besides the Rotonda entrance ticket which is not included in the tour fees.
Taxi drives are not included in the tour fees to/from the Acropolis/Upper Town.
This guided tour can be done on all days - except Tuesdays.
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
- Badge of Excellence
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Private certified guide for this half-day tour
Private transportation
Rotonda admission fee 6 EUR per person
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
In front of the Electra Palace hotel on Aristotle square at the city tourism info glass kiosk
End point
Egnatia street at the upper part of Aristotle square
What to expect
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20 min
The top of the city's upper town with its Byzantine city wall fortification
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20 min
A tiny old church with frescoes used as a monastery with great views of the city
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20 min
The most impressive UNESCO monument of the city, which is unique in the whole Greece. Admission fee is 6 EUR per person
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Church of Saint Dimitrios - Patron of Thessaloniki
20 min
The most important and largest church of the city is that of the patron saint, Dimitrios.
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The Greek Agora and Roman Forum
15 min
Walk around the biggest central excavation of the city for photos
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Athens).
Additional Information
- Includes a lot of walking, some on uneven surface and more monuments to see en route
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
FAQs about Private Thessaloniki Walking UNESCO Monuments Tour - 4 hrs
Can I cancel Private Thessaloniki Walking UNESCO Monuments Tour - 4 hrs for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 4 hours.
Where does it start?
In front of the Electra Palace hotel on Aristotle square at the city tourism info glass kiosk
What's included?
- Private certified guide for this half-day tour
What's not included?
- Private transportation
- Rotonda admission fee 6 EUR per person
Which places does it visit?
It visits Church of Saint Dimitrios - Patron of Thessaloniki, The Greek Agora and Roman Forum.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in German, Greek, English.
Operated by Greece Guided Tours by Efi Kalampoukidou
