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Thessaloniki in one day: panoramas, history & archaeological treasures

A walk through charming streets and landmarks, stories of empires from a professional guide, the Church of Saint Demetrios with its underground crypt, and a visit to the Archaeological Museum.

Visit the city of Thessaloniki, stroll along its beautiful streets and admire its buildings, listen to the guide’s stories as they explain empires in detail, visit the Church of Saint Demetrios and its crypt located in the basement. In addition, on this tour you will have the opportunity to visit the Archaeological Museum.

Top highlights

Departure from Halkidiki to the port city of Thessaloniki, with comfortable transport.

Panoramic tour through the Old Town, with traces of Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman empires.

Iconic sights: White Tower, Arch of Galerius and the Rotunda, with detailed stories from the guide.

Saint Demetrios Church and its underground crypt — a key highlight of the tour.

Archaeological Museum at the end of the tour, featuring exhibits from different historical periods.

Tour description

You will depart from Halkidiki to the port city of Thessaloniki. First, you will enjoy a panoramic tour through the Old Town, where you will see fragments and ruins of the Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman empires, as well as many local attractions.

Among the sights you will visit in Thessaloniki, it is worth noting the White Tower, the Arch of Galerius and the Rotunda monument. The guide will talk about each of them in detail.

In Thessaloniki there is one of the most important churches — the Church of Saint Demetrios, where an underground crypt is also located.

The final point of this tour is the Archaeological Museum, where you will find exhibits related to different periods of history.

What to do

Stroll through the city’s beautiful streets and admire the architecture.

Listen to the guide’s stories about empires and local history.

Visit the Church of Saint Demetrios and its underground crypt.

Explore the Archaeological Museum and its exhibits from different periods.

1-day itinerary

Depart from Halkidiki to Thessaloniki.

Start with a panoramic tour through the Old Town, where you will see fragments and ruins of the Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman empires, as well as many local attractions.

Visit the White Tower, the Arch of Galerius and the Rotunda monument, with detailed explanations from the guide.

Visit the Church of Saint Demetrios and the underground crypt.

Finish at the Archaeological Museum with exhibits from different historical periods.

2-day itinerary

This tour is designed as a one-day experience (9.5 hours). If you prefer a slower pace over two days, keep the same key stops (Old Town, White Tower, Arch of Galerius, Rotunda, Saint Demetrios Church and the Archaeological Museum) and split visits so you have extra time for walks and breaks between sights.

How to get there

You will be met at your hotel and taken by a comfortable bus to the tour departure point.

You will be served by a professional guide.

Practical info

Duration

9.5 hours

Price

From €50 per person

Important conditions

You will be met at your hotel and taken by a comfortable bus to the tour departure point. You will be served by a professional guide.

Additional information

The tour guide speaks English, but upon request you can use the services of a French-speaking guide. Make sure you have cash with you for your trip.

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FAQ: Thessaloniki guided tour

How long is the tour?

The tour lasts 9.5 hours.

How much does it cost?

Prices start from €50 per person.

Where do you depart from?

You depart from Halkidiki to Thessaloniki.

Is hotel pick-up included?

Yes, you will be met at your hotel and taken by bus to the departure point.

Which sights are included?

Old Town, White Tower, Arch of Galerius, the Rotunda, Saint Demetrios Church and the Archaeological Museum.

Will there be a professional guide?

Yes, you will be served by a professional guide.

What language is the tour in?

The tour guide speaks English.

Can I request a French-speaking guide?

Yes, upon request you can use the services of a French-speaking guide.

Should I bring cash?

Yes, make sure you have cash with you for your trip.

What’s special about Saint Demetrios Church?

It is one of the most important churches in Thessaloniki and it includes an underground crypt.

What will I see at the Archaeological Museum?

You will find exhibits related to different periods of history.

Is this tour suitable for an active day?

Yes, it’s a full-day program with walks and multiple key sights in one day.