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Thessaloniki
Thessaloniki welcomes you with exciting experiences in the historical centre or in close distance to the city centre. For solo travelers, duos, small groups, families — the ideal way to get to know Greece’s second biggest city, the co-capital as we name it, is to take it “halara” (chill) and let us take you on a ride to the best places to be.
Choose from a 2-hour city walk and learn from a local the best insights on the city’s long past and visit cultural hotspots, hidden gems, and learn the city centre inside out! Or try a photowalk at the Upper City along the Byzantine walls, enjoy panoramic views and make the best photobook of your holidays ever!
Foodie? Join our slow food walk in the city and get a taste of the rich Thessaloniki food scene, recognised by UNESCO for its creativity!
Wanna take something original back home? A handmade souvenir workshop in an exciting art café is just for you!
City walks in thessaloniki
Slow and accessible, easy-pace city walks with a focus on exploring and tasting Thessaloniki's vibes.
Photowalks in ano poli (upper city - old town)
The best way to discover Thessaloniki's castle walls, enjoy stunning panoramic views and create a wonderful photobook of your journey.
Slow Food in Thessaloniki
A foodie experience for all tastes, promising fresh, seasonal, and locally made dishes with a variety of options for people with dietary restrictions.
Creative workshops in thessaloniki
Create your personalised Thessaloniki souvenir from durable materials, guided by a local artist in a wonderful art café in the city centre.
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thessaloniki centre
Slow Food Tour
Enjoy three delicious food stops in the historic centre of Thessaloniki and experience the city’s vibrant gastronomic culture. Sample authentic local flavours and discover why Thessaloniki is the only Greek city designated by UNESCO as a Creative City of Gastronomy.
- Private experience with a knowledgeable local guide.
- Visit the vibrant open market and taste local specialties.
- Enjoy a personalized private experience.
Thessaloniki art workshop
Souvenir Making & Drinks
A creative, family-friendly experience set in a local art café.
Enjoy a personalized workshop, perfect for solo travelers, couples, or small groups of up to 10 people.
Craft your own piece of Thessaloniki using ancient Greek olive wood and other durable, eco-friendly materials. This hands-on experience is beginner-friendly, with no prior crafting experience needed.
- Enjoy a creative & fun experience in Thessaloniki.
- Immerse yourself in Thessaloniki’s art scene.
- Guided by local artist, beginner-friendly, hands-on experience.
thessaloniki old town
Ano Poli Photowalks
Discover the city’s highlights effortlessly with a smart combination of a short bus ride and a scenic downhill walking tour.
Capture unforgettable photos as you explore the historic Upper Town, walking along the Byzantine walls, UNESCO-listed monuments, and stunning panoramic viewpoints over the city and the sea.
The perfect way to experience Thessaloniki’s beauty from top to bottom, capturing its breathtaking scenery in a relaxed 3-hour experience.
- Scenic bus and downhill walk through Thessaloniki.
- Explore Upper Town, Byzantine walls & UNESCO sites.
- Capture amazing panoramic photos of the city and sea.
Thessaloniki City Centre
Wine Tasting
Wine tasting through Greek wine culture featuring two stops at Thessaloniki’s hidden gems. Your welcoming drink will be served at a local’s secret location in one of the city’s most historical areas, followed by a glass of wine paired with a tasteful platter rich in Northern Greece’s flavors. Our tour continues with a short walk to our full wine tasting location, where the protagonists are 5 regional wines served by a professional sommelier, paired with fine cheeses and deli meats. A curated selection from Xinomavro Rosé to Santorini wines Assyrtiko and White, the fruity Malagouzia, bold Negoska Red, and Limniona Red.
- Explore Greek wine culture at hidden spots in Thessaloniki.
- Taste 6 regional wines with local food pairings.
- Guided wine tasting with a professional sommelier.
The most unforgettable journeys
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Beyond Thessaloniki
Top Experiences
At the doorstep of Thessaloniki, a wealth of wonderful experiences awaits: sailing trips in the Aegean Sea and the stunning waters of Chalkidiki, visits to mussel farms and nearby small islands, and birdwatching day tours in Axios Delta National Park. The Axios Delta National Park is one of Greece’s most important wetland ecosystems, ideal for walking, birdwatching, photography, and a peaceful escape from the city. Located near Thessaloniki on the western coast of the Thermaic Gulf, is home to lagoons, river deltas, and protected wetlands including Axios, Aliakmonas, and Kalochori.
Explore the fishermen’s huts in Aggelochori, home to Greece’s largest mussel production. Join a boat tour through the mussel farms and enjoy fresh mussels, cooked on site and served in a traditional hut, simple, local, and delicious!
Enjoy wine tasting in the outskirts of Thessaloniki at a family-run winery, and get a taste of Macedonian regional wines.
These exceptional slow travel experiences are the perfect way to enrich your stay and discover the region beyond the city limits.
BIRDWATCHING, Mussels huts visit & boat tour
Axios Delta National Park
A half-day slow travel experience in Axios Delta begins with a walk at Kalochori Lagoon, guided by a local environmentalist who explains the importance of the area while offering birdwatching with professional equipment. The tour continues with a visit to the scenic mussel huts and a boat tour with a local guide explaining the journey of mussels from farm to table. Enjoy a refreshing ride in the waters of the Thermaic Gulf and birdwatching in the surrounding natural landscape.
The experience ends with a traditional dinner featuring fresh mussels, rice, homemade Greek salad, and a glass of local tsipouro — the perfect ending to a memorable day.
- Visit scenic mussel huts and learn the mussel farming process from a fourth-generation fisherman.
- Enjoy a boat tour in the Thermaic Gulf with birdwatching in the natural surroundings.
- End the experience with a traditional meal and local tsipouro by the water.
CHALKIDIKI EXCURSIONS
Sailing in the Aegean
Half- or full-day Chalkidiki excursions, the ultimate summer escape! Cruise through crystal-clear deep blue waters, dive into hidden swim stops, and soak up unforgettable sea views, with fun and relaxed vibes from day to sunset.
- Half- or full-day Chalkidiki cruises with up to 8 guests.
- Swim stops in crystal-clear waters with stunning sea views and relaxed summer vibes.
- Flexible onboard dining options and availability for special events on board.
Day Tour in Chalkidiki.
Mussel Farm visit & Food Tasting
The mussel farm day tour starts from the Port of Olympiada with a scenic cruise along the coastline to the island of Kafkanas, linked to the legend of Queen Olympiada, mother of Alexander the Great, including a refreshing swim stop. We continue past the ancient site of Stagira, the birthplace of the philosopher Aristotle, and hidden beaches only accessible by sea before reaching a traditional mussel farm.
There, enjoy a fun, hands-on experience with mussels followed by a seaside cooking session featuring steamed mussels, seafood pasta, and fresh salad, paired with tsipouro or wine, the ultimate relaxed day by the sea!
- Cultural, refreshing, and educatove day tour.
- Swim stops at hidden beaches in magnificent Chalkidiki.
- Mussel farm experience with seaside cooking and lunch.
Day Tour in Chalkidiki
Ammouliani Island
A day trip to Ammouliani, the only inhabited island of Halkidiki, blending culture, history, gastronomy, and stunning natural beauty.
The experience unfolds through the island’s charming village life, the Folklore Museum and the Church of St. Nicholas, alongside traditional Greek coffee and homemade sweets in a historic café, followed by a hands-on almond sweets workshop rooted in local heritage.
It continues with moments of relaxation and swimming at some of the island’s most beautiful beaches, including Alykes, Kalopigado, and Karagatsia, with crystal-clear waters.
- Discover Ammouliani’s culture, history, and island life.
- Taste traditional coffee, sweets, and join a local almond workshop.
- Swim and relax at stunning beaches with crystal-clear waters.
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