Private tour in Thessaloniki Chrysoula D

Western Byzantine Walls of Thessaloniki

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Just a simple thought: "If past is a forgotten place, we have to feel it till we understand it" Welcome to the city of Thessaloniki! The city of mystery and hidden truths... The city of ghosts... I am Chrysa! I am a graduate archaeologist and certificate educator in experiential approach of history and archaeology. I was born and raised in Thessaloniki. My family is among the oldest in the city, so my knowledge of it's unseen gems is quite extensive. But except the knowledge by blood, is the passion for history and exploration that characterizes me. Thessaloniki is a city like no other. All those years that I am working as a museum guide or tour guide I knew that nothing can be more important and meaningful like the sense of the heart of the city and it's past. And there are many ways to do that. Either walking on the narrow streets of Ano Poli or standing frond of the Old Harbor or even tasting fine delicacies in Kapani and Modiano Market. The possibilities are many, the stories are endless. The choice is up to you to choose your story. If you also want to make a special tour based on your own very interest or historical time or even a specific historical event of the city, we can of course discuss it and make it. If you are curious - or even brave enough- it would be my pleasure to invite you to a journey into the mysterious unknown. And how known? Maybe you could feel the echo of a ghost of the city passing through... I only guide in English - History and Archaeology Bachelor Degree (Aristotle University of Thessaloniki) - Certificate of Lower in English (Michigan University) - Certificate of Lower in English (City&Cuilds) - Certificate of Proficiency in English ( TOEIC) - Certificate Educator in experiential approach of history and archaeology (National and Kapodistrian University of Athens)

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Overview of your Thessaloniki tour

The Walls of the Byzantine Thessaloniki are a famous sight. But what's the story behind those Walls? What kind of secrets and myths those stone giants are holding? This is a tour of the unseen side of the western walls of the city. Walking from the Fortness of Eptapyrgio to the city's greatest symbol, The White Tower, you will see places you can't see in any other way. The western walls of Thessaloniki have a story, but they stay unseen and always wait for adventurous travellers to invest in them. This is a walking tour that starts at the Fortness of Eptapygrion, at the top of Ano Poli region.

Your Thessaloniki tour itinerary

Our walking tour starts at the Fortress of Eptapyrgio and ends at the White Tower. Our stops are the following: -Fortress of Eptapyrgion -Triangular Tower -The outer western walls (3 separate stops) -The orphanage of Islahane -The western tower of the Golden Gate -The Hippodrome of Thessaloniki -The White Tower

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Transport details
Type: Walking

The tour does not include any kind of transportation. It's a walking tour.

What's included
Private Guide
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Private Transportation
Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location

Eptapirgiou, Sikies, Greece

Our meeting place is Eptapygiou Street at the bus stop "Eptapyrgio". You can take bus number 23 to reach our meeting location. You can see the place at the following link on Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/E4bxutzFJeTe7DvW8

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Tour categories
City Highlights
History
Tour reference number
1400472
Languages
Greek
English
Swedish
Activity level
Moderate

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Who is this private tour in Thessaloniki best suited for?

This private tour in Thessaloniki is perfect for adventurous travellers who are interested in exploring the unseen side of the city's western Byzantine walls. It's ideal for those who enjoy walking tours and want to delve into the history and myths surrounding these ancient stone giants. With a maximum group size of 4, it also suits those looking for a more intimate experience with a local guide, Chrysoula D., who can provide deeper insights into the area's history.

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