From Tower to Tower - Discover Thessaloniki in a day

Great tour , walking down hill makes it easier, pleasant

Demitrios was our guide in Thessaloniki, and this was our first walking tour of the trip. We didn't know much about the city beforehand, but by the end we had a whole new appreciation for it. One of the things we loved most was the walking since it allowed us to experience Thessaloniki through its neighborhoods, its vibes, and its everyday life rather than simply driving from one stop to the next. Moving through the city on foot helped us connect the history to the modern city around us. Since Dimitrios grew up in this city, he wove his own experiences into the history in a way that made everything feel personal and engaging. We started at the Citadel with incredible views, wandered through Ano Poli, visited the Basilica of Saint Demetrius, strolled through the market and eventually made our way to the waterfront by the White Tower. Each stop revealed another layer of the city's past, and it was interesting to see how different civilizations left their mark. If you're looking for more than just a sightseeing tour, I'd definitely recommend Dimitrios. From Emily and the Farr Family

Demetrios is an exceptional guide - a true gem. Over two full days he led us through the historic heart of Thessaloniki — Aristotle Square, the markets, the Arch of Galerius, the Basilica of Hagios Demetrios, the Ano Poli, and up to the Heptapyrgion citadel, just to name a few — bringing each site to life with real depth. One of his great gifts is untangling the layers of the city’s history in a logical order which is so inspiring. He laid out the sequence so it finally made sense: the original Greek (Macedonian) foundation, then the Roman era, the long Byzantine centuries, and finally the Ottoman period — and showed us how each one left its mark on the streets and monuments around us. His depth and level of professionalism is the real draw. A Thessaloniki local who earned his PhD in London — living there throughout his studies — he combines an insider’s feel for the city with serious scholarship. He has complete command of the Macedonian story: King Philip II and Alexander the Great, and the work surrounding the royal tombs at Vergina and the discoveries at Pella. He walked us through the history of the Vergina excavations — the search for the Macedonian kings, the case for Philip II’s burial, and the more recent finds — with a clarity and passion you simply don’t get from a script. He’s also a wonderful guide to Thessaloniki’s renowned food culture, pointing us toward the markets and tables that have made the city one of Greece’s great gastronomic destinations. Generous, warm, and genuinely expert. Highly recommended. We thank him so much for teaching us about a city and its history that he so loves. Paul and Jeff

The tour with Dimitrios was simply OUTSANDING. His knowledge and understanding of the history of this city is truly amazing. The tour was not only informative, but his personality and humor made this tour quite an educational and entertaining day. He knows this town inside and out … from growing here from child to his educational accomplishments with 2 Masters degrees in regional history and Geo-political. We highly recommend you select Dimitrios!!!

Dimitrios was an excellent guide. He was knowledgeable and engaging. He brought the very interesting history of Thessaloniki to life.

Dimitrios was a superb guide. He allowed us to go at our pace and answered a ton of questions. He is so knowledgeable about the history and culture of Thessaloniki and of Greece and Macedonia. He explained about political actions and their consequences. He showed where we had been and where we were going which was quite enjoyable. We highly recommend Dimitrios as a tour guide and will rebook with him when we return. You will have a fantastic experience if you choose this tour.