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THESSALONIKI

Discover the vibrancy of Europe’s most youthful city.
Escape the beaten track by venturing out to Greece’s second largest city and, for many, its most fascinating.

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The wonder of THESSALONIKI


It is a place so multi-faceted that it is ideal as a canvas on which we can tailor an escape according to your personal taste.
We, at Tailored Myth, can show you the ins and outs of Thessaloniki that even locals might have overlooked.
The city sits on the seashore, boasting a magical seaside promenade. It is filled with priceless archaeological sites and fascinating museums that cover the huge span from the age of Alexander the Great to the glory of Byzantium, along with beautiful late 19th century mansions.
Yet, Thessaloniki is not stuck in the past; voted Europe’s Youth Capital for 2014, it is one of the cities with the biggest youth population in Europe and home to an authentic youth culture that is hard to pin down.
Every turn reveals a new hangout, one more colorful little café, a new bar and – famously - a new culinary delight.
Oh yes - did we forget to mention that Thessaloniki is probably the yummiest city in Greece? Oriental dishes blended with Jewish and European flavors and techniques come together to create an array of culinary delights that are Thessaloniki’s staple as a foodie’s heaven.
Let us be your hosts in this enchanting city and blend its elements according to your personal desires, revealing to you a whole set of experiences.
This is the beginning of your unique story, set in the mesmerizing city of Thessaloniki.


Approximate flight times

LON to Thessaloniki
3h & 15Min
NY to Mykonos
10h & 50min

Best time to visit

May to October

Time difference

GMT +2 Hours





Highlights of THESSALONIKI




White Tower
 
SIGHTS
White Tower
The White Tower, along the shoreline promenade, is the image of Thessaloniki. Built in the sixteenth century by the Ottomans, it was utilized as a post, a jail and a university. Today it has a historical museum. During the evening, the White Tower gets enlightened and the view from the dark background of the streets is magical

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Castle of Thessaloniki (Castra)
 
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Castle of Thessaloniki (Castra)
The Castle of Thessaloniki is otherwise called Yedi Kule or Heptapyrgion. It has been established as a castle from the Byzantine and the Ottoman time, standing simply over the Old Town (Ano Poli). It has been utilized as the chair of the commandant till the late nineteenth century and as jail till 1989

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Rotonda Monument
 
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Rotonda Monument
The Rotonda is a great round building in the core point of Thessaloniki. It was initially built by Roman general Galerius in around 300 AD and in the late fourth century AD, it was transformed into a Christian church and enriched with great frescoes. At the point when the town was vanquished by the Ottomans, Rotonda was transformed into a mosque. After it was freed in the mid nineteenth century, it first turned into a church again and afterward a sculpture museum

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Church of Agia Sophia
 
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Church of Agia Sophia
Placed in the downtown area, this is among the most vital holy places of Thessaloniki. It is not known when precisely the sanctuary of Saint Sofia was initially constructed. The most probable is that it was developed after the Church of Saint Sofia in Constantinople, as they have numerous resemblances in the architectural style. Some really trust that the two holy places were made by the same architect, Anthemios

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Arch of Galerius
 
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Arch of Galerius
For the most people is known as Kamara, the Arch of Galerius was built in 305 AD to celebrate and honor the last triumph of Roman general Galerius over the Persians. This triumph is the principle subject of the cut scenes on this curve, which was associated with the Palace of Galerius and the Rotonda. Today, Kamara is a well known pathway and meeting point in Thessaloniki

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Roman Market
 
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Roman Market
The Roman Market, near the downtown area, was in operation for 8 whole hundreds of years, from the establishment of the town in the fifth century BC till the early Byzantine times, in the fifth century AD. Stays of a theater, a square, an angled road, a mint and a commercial center have been uncovered, while unearthings and reclamation works are being proceeded until today

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Bey Hammam
 
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Bey Hammam
Bey Hammam is an old Ottoman bathhouse situated along Egnatia Street, beside the church of Panagia Halkeon. Its name signifies "the Baths of Paradise". Initially constructed in 1444 by sultan Murad II, this is among the most critical reminders of the Ottoman occupation in Thessaloniki

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Perea Beach
 
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Perea Beach
On the south of Thessaloniki is the amazing waterfront town of Perea. It is well organized and has a strong nightlife for visitors and locals to enjoy. Also, it is the nearest seaside to the airport of Thessaloniki

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Thessaloniki's Tailor made EXPERIENCES




 
Thessaloniki's WALKING
tailor made experiences
Strolling is the best way to enjoy a quirky, youthful and breathtaking city like Thessaloniki. With Tailored Myth, you’ll escape the formulaic sameness of tours by exploring the city according to your personal taste and interests. We’ll organize several walking tours to see Thessaloniki your way, at your convenience and without hurry. And we’ll always be there to make sure you’re not lost in the amazing maze of the city… Walking tours can be customized and include special interests like history and architecture, as well as food, one of the city’s most famous attractions. And then, you can stroll leisurely along the seashore, in the city’s mesmerizing promenade, along various landmarks and public spaces. As you take each further step, Thessaloniki will reveal to you one more of its many secrets and charms.
Tailored Myth can guarantee you’ll discover them in the way that suits you best!
 
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Thessaloniki's CULTURAL
tailor made experiences
Tailored Myth’s insider knowledge of Thessaloniki and its cultural attractions makes our team ideally suited as your host in this beautiful city. Let’s start with the basics; we’ll arrange an Alexander the Great full-day private tour for you. Excursions to nearby sites of great archaeological interest or to the monasteries of Athos (men only!) can also be tailored according to your preferences.
We’ll also help you discover Jewish Thessaloniki with a special walk along the old mansions, synagogues and arcades created by the city’s prominent Jewish families. You can then learn about the story of rebetiko, a distinct type of popular music, the Greek jazz as many call it, which flourished in Thessaloniki’s streets at the turn of the previous century. Thessaloniki’s museums can best be explored with informative, private tours that we can arrange.
And the best thing? At any stage of your trip, your special advisor at Tailored Myth will be at hand to make sure your stay is as culturally rewarding as possible!
 
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Thessaloniki's CULINARY
tailor made experiences

Thessaloniki is a foodie destination par excellence and at Tailored Myth we are dedicated to making sure you taste it to the fullest! Take part in our special Grand Food tour, spanning the city’s countless foodie treasures. Develop your palate and broaden your horizons by trying new recipes and learning how to cook like a real Thessaloniki native in our specially formed cooking classes.
Savour the spicy delights of meze and discover simplicity and its joys in a pot of hearty soup and home baked bread shared with friends and family. Taste the succulent desserts served in the city’s traditional pastry shops, founded a century ago and then head on for a cocktail in one of the laidback, youthful bars that Thessaloniki is famous for.
Tailored Myth will arrange any culinary experience for you and inspire you to expand your foodie horizons. Are you ready to take a bite?

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Thessaloniki's INSPIRATIONS




A weekend in Thessaloniki
A weekend in Thessaloniki
Thessaloniki is great in winter months, people living there believe that it's even better from Athens. As they say, they may not have Acropolis but they have other beautiful ancient sights for visitors to admire and comparing to Athens, due to its size there are easily walkable. Another true about Thessaloniki is that there nightlife is crazy and never ends!
Thessaloniki: Culinary and food capital
Thessaloniki: Culinary and food capital
What can we say about this beautiful city with the delicious food and amazing people? Thessaloniki's food is broadly known for its quality and diversity. The reason Thessaloniki's food is so exceptional is that the city had many influences and this made their food one of the richest in Greece. In Thessaloniki they blend traditional with modern recipes , thus, they offer a variety of choices,,,




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