Thessaloniki Old Town Walking Tour -Mythology & Botany

4.8
(26 reviews)
Thessaloniki, Greece

3 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Old Town and its cobblestreets is a place to discover with a local!

Join me in this small-group walking tour to:
-- Explore Thessaloniki's oldest part with its beautiful alleyways and squares
-- Meet must-see Unesco landmarks like the Ancient Wall and Byzantine monument churches
-- Enjoy marvellous city views
-- Learn greek myths, and how they are connected with local plants
-- Learn about greek kitchen and herbal folk remedies
-- Savor a homemade greek herbal refreshment
-- Get tips to make the best out of your travel in Thessaloniki!

-- or customize the walk, and just explore the biggest part of this picturesque area on foot

Duration ~ 3 hours

Free cancellation up to 24h before the tour)
No difficult uphill parts, suitable for most ages and fitness conditions

What's Included

Local guide in a small-group setting
Herbal refreshment
Hotel pick=up and drop-off
Tips

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Trigonion Tower

The meeting spot is a popular view place, accesible with a taxi from the center (5€)or public transport. The guide will be waiting near the benches.

End point
This activity ends in a different location. You can choose from multiple locations at checkout.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Trigonion Tower

    Starting the walk at a famous place with a great panoramic view of Thessaloniki city

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Vlatadon Monastery

    Vlatadon Monastery: an Unesco monument church & another amazing city view!

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Paleochristian and Byzantine Monuments of Thessalonika

    Upper Town is an open-air museum by itself! Through our walking tour, we will be meeting ancient city landmarks

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    East Byzantine Walls of Thessaloniki

    Ano Poli (Old Town or Upper Town) - Thessaloniki's oldest beautiful neighborhood, a must-do travel stop!

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Ano Poli

    A must-do experience while traveling in Thessaloniki, Upper Town provides hidden gems, amazing views, old cobbled alleys, walking by the Walls, discovering a local neighborhoud and an urban natural landscape at the same time! If you also love folk or myth lore, this cultural tour will be a unique memorable experience!

    2 hours Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Tags

Full-day Tours
Half-day Tours
Private and Luxury
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours

Cancellation Policy

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

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