Private Tour
Best of Thessaloniki: Tour by Local
Overview
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Discover the captivating tapestry of Greece's second-largest city through a meticulously crafted guided tour. Immerse yourself in the opulent history of ancient Macedonian, Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman civilizations. Traverse the ages as you marvel at numerous monuments, relish breathtaking views, and feel the invigorating sea breeze along the enchanting waterfront. Your journey unfolds with the expertise of local tour expert, ensuring a truly enriching experience.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Bottled water
Local Tour Guide
Air-conditioned vehicle
Entrance fees to museums/monuments
Lunch or Snacks
Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
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What To Expect
White Tower of Thessaloniki
You are heading to the White Tower, the city's most iconic landmark, which is located along the sea promenade and was once part of the city's fortress walls.
Holy Church of Saint Demetrius, Patron Saint of Thessalonica
You visit the Church of Saint Dimitrios - Patron of Thessaloniki. This is the most important early Christian church of the city and one of the oldest and largest in Greece, dedicated to the city's parton saint, Dimitrios.
Options
Full-Day Thessaloniki Tour
Guided Tour
Duration: 6 hours
Extra Time for Sightseeing: Explore more of the city’s historical and cultural gems.
Private Transportation: Luxury Sedan, Minivan, Minibus
Pickup included
Shore Excursion 5-hour
Guided Shore Excursion
Small-Group Tour
Duration: 5 hours
Mercedes-Benz Minibus
Pickup included
Thessaloniki Half-Day Trip
English-Speaking Driver: A local driver offers great insights and transport but can't provide detailed commentary like a guide.
Duration: 4 hours
Private Transportation: Luxury Sedan, Minivan, Minibus
Pickup included
Thessaloniki Classic Highlights Private Guided Tour
Guided Tour: A local tour guide will accompany you throughout the tour and will share insights about Thessaloniki's rich history.
Duration: 4 hours
Private Transportation: Luxury Sedan, Minivan, Minibus
Pickup included
Reviews
44 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Thessaloniki city
Thomas W,
Sep 9, 2025
- Viator
5.00Very interesting city with beautiful landmarks. Our guide Maria was one of the most knowledgeable guides Ive ever come across. She was a delight.
Good but dry at times
Jana C,
Aug 10, 2025
- Viator
4.00Overall, the tour in Thessaloniki was good and covered interesting sites, but the presentation felt a bit dry at times. Unfortunately, it was hard to hear the guide while in the van, which made it difficult to stay engaged, and I even found myself nodding off occasionally. With clearer audio and a bit more energy in the delivery, this could have been an excellent experience.
Bespoke Thessaloniki highlights in comfort of an a/c vehicle
CGREGORY G,
Aug 1, 2025
- Viator
5.00A very comfortable and succinct tour for those who don’t want to waste time finding all the interesting sites, and would like to do so in comfort (Greece in summer can get quite hot). The tour was tailored to our needs, with willingness to accommodate breaks and points of interest. Our guide was very knowledgeable, and funny, and the van was spacious and clean. We loved the experience.
Undiscovered history with a trained archaeologist
Patrick P,
Jun 26, 2025
- Viator
5.00An interesting and mind-expanding visit to four sites that tell the story of the city and region. As our enthusiastic and super-smart guide Stella, herself a trained archaeologist, put it: “23 centuries of history in a four-hour tour!” In fact, we felt very lucky to get Stella at all, because the basic tour does not include a guide - just a local driver. Trust me, get a guide and ask for Stella by name. She will transform a collection of castles and churches and monasteries into a narrative of Alexander, Romans, Ottomans and WWII. This is such an important place in the history of civilization that you’ve never heard of.
John—best tour guide ever!
Joyce M,
Jun 18, 2025
- Viator
5.00John was AMAZING….and funny. Koether our interest the whole time with his VAST knowledge of history. Even corrected some of the facts we thought we knew. (What did our 9th grade World history teacher know way back in the 50s. LOL). John was also very flexible and made sure we saw what we were most interested in…and how much time we wanted to spend in each spot. (Now THAT’S what I call a private tour.). Well worth the money.
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