Enjoy all the Essential Sights of Thessaloniki from Chalkidiki

What's included

What you'll see and do

1. Trigonion Tower

   We start off our tour with a panoramic view of the city along with a visit of the original medieval city walls.

   20 minutes here

2. Vlatadon Monastery

   During a full-day tour of Thessaloniki, a stop at Moni Vlatadon (Vlatadon Monastery) is one of the most memorable moments. Tucked into the quiet Upper Town, the 14th-century Byzantine monastery sits on a hillside just inside the old city walls and is believed to mark the exact spot where Saint Paul preached to the Thessalonians in 51 AD. A simple stone inside the small church is traditionally said to be where the apostle stood. You arrive after a short drive from the city centre, and the reward is immediate: sweeping panoramic views over the rooftops, the Thermaic Gulf, and – on clear days – all the way to Mount Olympus. The main church, dedicated to the Transfiguration, is beautifully decorated with well-preserved frescoes, and the whole place feels calm and lived-in because it is still an active monastery belonging to the Ecumenical Patriarchate. Modest dress is required (shoulders and knees covered).

   20 minutes here

3. Holy Church of Saint Demetrius, Patron Saint of Thessalonica

   Embrace the most important Byzantine church of the city where the remains of Saint Dimitrios are and see a vivid part of Thessaloniki's history. Every Tuesday the crypt is closed and cannot be visited. We only visit the church.

   30 minutes here

4. The Greek Agora and Roman Forum

   A stop at the Roman Forum (also known as the Ancient Agora) is a fascinating step back into the city’s Roman era. Right in the heart of the modern centre, at the junction of Olympou and Filippou streets, this large open-air archaeological site was once the bustling commercial, political and social hub of Roman Thessaloniki, with its main buildings constructed in the 2nd century AD

   15 minutes here

5. The most famous highway in ancient Macedonia was the Via Egnatia. Have a look at the remains that were found during the excavations of the subway train and dive into history.

   20 minutes here

6. Rotunda

   A unique building of its kind, the sole circular Christian church in the world, with stunning mosaics and special history of a building which turned from a roman temple, to a christian church, to a mosque and back to a church.(On Tuesdays the museum remains closed so we get to see the building only from outside)

   30 minutes here · Admission not included

7. Arch of Galerius

   Marvel at the remains of the famous Galerius Arch through which passed Via Egnatia, the ancient 'highway' that connected Rome with Costantinople.

   15 minutes here

8. White Tower of Thessaloniki

   Learn about the dark story of the city's landmark, the White Tower and get a stuning view from its top.

   60 minutes here · Admission not included

9. Monument of Alexander The Great

   Facing always the east, as when he started his campaign marvel at the unique statue of Alexander the Great riding his proud horse Vuchephalas.

   20 minutes here

Where it starts and ends

Before you book

Cancellation

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

Languages

en, it, fr

Ticket

Mobile Only

Runs on

Every day

Group size

Up to 8 travelers per booking

Operated by

Transporter tours

Know before you go

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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