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Guided Walking Tour in Athens
Explore the historic streets of Athens, a city known as the cradle of Western civilization, famous for its ancient landmarks, philosophical heritage, and vibrant culture. Discover the hidden corners of this legendary city, where every step connects you to thousands of years of history. Relax as you visit Athens’ main attractions, including the picturesque neighborhood…
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Rethymno Land Rover Safari with Lunch and Drinks
Experience a safari adventure in a Land Rover Defender accompanied by a qualified driver and guide. Discover all the hidden and inaccessible sides of the Rethymno region in approximately 8 hours. Pass through the Gorge of Prasses and the beautiful dam. Spend some time in traditional villages such as Karines and Spili. Preveli, the famous…
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Private and Custom Athens Kickstart Tour With A Local
Discover Athens like a true local with a private 3-hour kickstart tour led by a friendly and knowledgeable host. Perfect for your first day in the city, this tour is essential to help you plan the rest of your visit without relying on a guidebook.
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Early Morning Acropolis & Plaka Guided Walking Tour
Escape the heat and crowds with early morning access to the Acropolis, guided by an expert who brings its history to life on this engaging group tour. Continue your journey through the charming Plaka district, where you’ll stroll along its cobblestone streets and admire significant historical landmarks that capture the essence of Athens’ rich heritage.
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Corfu Island Private Half-Day Tour
Make your short stay in Corfu a day to remember with Corfu Private Half Day Tour! We will pick you up by coach and begin the exploration of Corfu’s most beautiful landmarks! First stop the Achilleion Palace, a beautiful place with breathtaking view and rich history. Next stop Palaiokastritsa, a dazzling mixture of crystal blue…
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Athens Famous Landmarks & Hidden Gems: Private Walking Tour
Explore the best of Athens in just a few hours with your private guide, who will take you to all of the highlights of the historic centre, including Monastiraki Square, Hadrian’s Library, the Roman Agora, Tower of the Winds, and Lysicrates Monument. Your guide will help orient you with recommendations for the best dining and…
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Corfu highlights full-day private tour
The Corfu island is unlike the rest of Greece. This place was never fell under the Ottoman oppression, so it is more Western than the rest of Greece. And it is also more cultural part of course – the first Greek University was found here, the first Philharmonic Orchestra and the First School of Fine…
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Private Crete Far West Adventure: Hiking, History & Beaches
Discover the “authentic Crete” that most tourists don’t see by joining us on an amazing road trip to Sfakia, Crete’s most remote and rugged region, home to the impressive White Mountains. Experience an 8-hour epic Crete tour, full of activities for the whole family, including hiking in deep gorges, sampling local products, amazing storytelling and…
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Athens&Ancient Corinth Full Day Private Tour 8seat
This tour is a great opportunity to visit the most famous and significant sites of ancient and modern Athens and at the same time visit ancient Corinth, a city with great history, which is only about 1 hour away from Athens. We will visit Acropolis hill. Afterwards, we will move to the Columns of Olympian…
The White Tower sits at the southern end of the seafront promenade of Nikis Avenue, easily reached by hop-on-hop-off bus, walking tours of the city, and boat tours along the coastline. Tour the inside of the tower, where multimedia displays trace the history of Thessaloniki, then head up to the viewing platform on the tower roof for a sweeping panorama over the city and Thermaic Gulf.
Things to know before you go
- An audio guide dedicated to the permanent exhibition inside the tower is included in the price of admission.
- The rooftop overlook offers one of the best views in Thessaloniki but can only be reached via stairs.
- To see Thessaloniki’s top sights, purchase the three-day pass that includes admission to the White Tower, Museum of Byzantine Culture, Archaeological Museum, and the Rotunda.
- There are no restrooms or other services inside the tower.
- The upper levels of the tower are not accessible to wheelchairs and strollers. Instead, there is a virtual tour of the museum on the accessible ground floor.
How to get there
The White Tower is easy to reach on foot as part of a city walking tour, via a hop-on-hop-off bus tour, or from the nearby harbor as a stop during a boat tour. It soars above the waterfront along the Nikis Avenue promenade about a ten-minute walk from the Thessaloniki train station and ferry port.
When to get there
The tower can be admired from the outside by land or sea 24 hours a day since it’s lit up at night; it’s particularly photogenic in the golden light of sunset. The interior exhibition and rooftop terrace are open to the public Tuesday through Sunday from the morning to mid-afternoon.
Top attractions near the White Tower
Many of Thessaloniki’s A-list attractions are located near the White Tower and can be visited on a single walking tour. Top city sights include the grand Aristotelous Square, the Museum of Byzantine Culture, and the Church and Crypt of Agios Dimitrios, with its seventh-century mosaics, ancient crypt, and archaeological museum.