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Group sizeUp to 25 travelers
Overview
Discover the imperial glory of Byzantine Thessaloniki on a specialized walking tour through the city’s historic heart.
Hear fascinating stories of imperial drama, rituals, and customs from the lost Byzantine Empire.
Visit three UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including Church of Saint Demetrius, the Rotunda of Galerius, and Panagia Acheiropoietos.
Explore Byzantine art, beliefs, and everyday life at the award-winning Museum of Byzantine Culture.
Benefit from local insights, hidden stories, and recommendations shared by your licensed guide throughout the experience.
What's included
Tour inside the Museum of Byzantine Culture
Tour inside the Archaeological Site of Venizelou Metro Station
Tour inside the Crypt of Saint Demetrios
Tour inside the Rotunda
Exterior tour of the Church of Panagia Acheiropoietos
Small group (max. 25 participants)
Walking tour
Licensed tour guide
Tour inside Agios Demetrios Church
Walk nearby Roman ruins of the city (Roman Forum, Galerian Arch & Galerian Complex)
Ticket fee for the Rotunda
Ticket fee for the Museum of Byzantine Culture
Food and Drinks
What to expect
30m
Step into the “Golden Age” of Thessaloniki on a journey that brings the Byzantine Empire to life. Discover why this city held the prestigious title of the “Co-reigning” capital of the Empire alongside Constantinople.
Your adventure begins in the city’s heart, at the UNESCO-listed Church of Agios Demetrios. Admire the vibrant mosaics and descend into the atmospheric crypt to discover the life of the city’s patron saint on the very site of his martyrdom.
20m
Step inside the open excavation of the Venizelou Metro Station and take a look at the vivid commercial center of Byzantine Thessaloniki.
Church of Panagia Acheiropoietos
15m
Pass by the Church of Panagia Acheiropoietos, the oldest church in the city, to find a striking symbol from the Ottoman occupation.
Rotunda
30m · Admission ticket not included
Finally, visit the Rotunda, a 4th-century emblematic monument comparable to Rome’s Pantheon. Having served as a pagan temple, church, and mosque, it reflects the city’s continuous evolution.
Museum of Byzantine Culture
45m · Admission ticket not included
Between landmarks, discover local secrets and hidden spots while receiving recommendations on how to make the most of your stay in the city.
Conclude at the award-winning Museum of Byzantine Culture. Through architectural remains, sacred icons, burial finds, and everyday objects, your guide brings to life the beliefs and society of the Byzantines, painting a vivid portrait of life within the Great Empire.
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
Front yard of Agios Demetrios Church
End point
Front yard of Agios Demetrios Church
Additional information
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
