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Want to see the best of Thessaloniki? We got you covered. But as you can expect from a Withlocals experience, the real excitement is its hidden gems. Join your favorite local and get a feeling of the city's real vibe on a tour that has it all, so you can say: I experienced the real Thessaloniki!

Destination

Thessaloniki, Greece

Category

City Highlight Tours

Duration

3 hours

Transport mode

Walking tour

Available languages

Ελληνικά, English, Italiano

Included

• Private Guide
• 1 Local Snack or Drink
• All Withlocals Tours are Carbon Neutral

Excluded

• Entrance to attractions

What you can expect

Choose your local

Get to know these 3 passionate locals, each bringing unique perspectives and talents. Choose your favorite, check their availability, and book to create an unforgettable adventure tailored to you.

This is the plan

Check out the plan below to see what you'll get up to with your local host. Feel free to personalize this offer with the host of your choice.

1. Meeting point

   Meet at At the statue of Alexander the Great in the YMCA park - Thessaloniki to start your journey

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2. Itinerary

   This is what our experience could look like, but it’s not set in stone! Once you book, you can chat directly with your host to make small tweaks to suit your preferences.

3. City Highlights

   See from Ladadika, Aristotelous Square, the White Tower, and other landmarks and must-sees of the city. Your local host will take you to the main spots in town so you can get the perfect overview of what makes Thessaloniki so unique

4. Hidden Gems

   Along the way, your local host will show you treasures hidden in plain sight that only the locals know about. Get to know the city through a different perspective, the local way, and discover places and stories that not many tourists experience

5. Magical Storytelling

   Behind every landmark and every stop, there’s a story, and your local host is ready to tell it all. Get ready to listen to incredible stories, one-of-a-kind insights, and fun facts only a knowledgeable local would know!

6. Special Treat

   Follow your host to one of their favorite eateries for a snack or a drink beloved by the locals. Take a break and catch up with your new local friend and get the answers to all your travel questions

7. Make it yours

   Want to tweak the itinerary? Book directly & chat afterwards with your host to adjust highlights, skip stops, or make small changes to fit your preferences.

   Book risk-free: Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund.

   Need something special? Personalize your experience for more time, alternative locations or a completely tailored plan.

Flexible cancellation policy

• Feel confident booking

  Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund. Even up to 7 days before your experience, you’ll receive a refund, minus the service fee.

• Change of plans?

  Reschedule your experience to a date and time that works best for you.

• Loved by travelers worldwide

  Simple and flexible – your plans, your way.

Reviews from guests

Catharina🇩🇪 Germany

(About local Dimitrios)

15 September 2025

Dimitrios was very nice. He treated us to delicious local food. He was very knowledgeable and gave us great new insight to a city we have already visited a couple of times. He can easily speak about facts from the city’s history all over the different eras and always tied the comments to the current city layout / appearance making it easy to grasp and understand.Knowledgeable and very nice, perfect tour

Michael🇺🇸 United States

(About local Alexandros)

26 July 2025

Alex was great. This was a wonderful way to get to know some history, culture , and experience some local highlights in a very short amount of time. The tour was fun, easy and informative. Highly recommend. Great way to get to know the city

Rev. Dr. Keith

(About local Alexandros)

18 July 2025

I am a Canadian Pastor, so the two biblical tours we had with Alex were great. The first day with Alex, we traveled to ancient Philippi, and Kavala. Alex's knowledge of the biblical history, and its importance made the Scriptures come alive for me. Not only was Alex informed, he was respectful of the importance of the sites to me. For example, he gave me time to read and reflect at the river where Lydia was baptized. It was very moving spiritually, and a moment in time I will always remember. The following day, we toured Thessaloniki, again with the focus on the biblical and religious significance in the life of the Apostle Paul and the establishing of the church. When discussing the history and importance of Thessaloniki, I knew Alex was truly in his element! Again Alex respected what was important to me and my wife. For example, because it was a Sunday, Alex waited while we participated in the church service that was in progress. His sensitivity to what he knew was important to us, along with the incredible views and information was spectacular. I would highly recommend Alex!!Informative

Nadine

(About local Dimitrios)

13 July 2025

Wir haben als Familie in Thessaloniki eine Stadtführung gebucht. Dimitrios hat mit seinem fundiertem Wissen uns durch fie Stadt geführt. Wir verfügen nun über viel zusätzliches Wissen zu dieser geschichtsträchtigen Stadt! Dimitrios ist zudem lustig & freundlich und geht auf die Bedürfnisse der Gruppe ein. Es war eine tolle Erfahrung für uns alle!Toller Guide

Donnie🇺🇸 United States

(About local Alexandros)

7 June 2025

We absolutely loved touring Highlights and Hidden Gems in Thessaloniki with Alexandros. He is an excellent guide providing insight into the history of Thessaloniki. Time flew right by as we visited monuments, UNESCO World Heritage Sites, the markets and their historical significance, restaurants and food ideas. We enjoyed every minute and we’re grateful to Alex for the beautiful introduction to his city.History, Culture, & Markets

Sandra🇳🇱 Netherlands

(About local Alexandros)

10 April 2025

Alex is a very professional and great guide. He customizes your trip to your wishes. We were already in Thessaloniki a year before, but we did not really like the city at that time. Alex showed us true hidden gems of Thessaloniki: beautyfull churches, excravations and more. He explained the history of Thessaloniki, starting with Alexander the Great. After this trip, we loved Thessaloniki! We highly recommend Alex for your trip! Great guide!!

Lisa

(About local Alexandros)

13 March 2025

I don't even know where to start. Alexandros is the most kind, caring, articulate tour guide. His love for Thessaloniki and it's amazing history shine through his words and we learned so much. He showed us more in one day than I imagined we would be able to see - all without feeling rushed. I have a slight mobility issue and Alexandros was patient and made me feel very comfortable the entire day. I feel like we made a lifelong friend as well in Alex... If you are visiting Thessaloniki, you would be very lucky to have Alexandros be your tour guide. Thank you again for everything! Phenomenal Tour!! Highly Recommend

Aileen🇭🇰 Hong Kong

(About local Alexandros)

25 December 2024

Passionate, organized and well-prepared whilst the same time flexible with personalized tour requirements. Alex set the stage at the start of the tour where we met next to the instagrammable umbrellas of Zongolopoulos, past the statue of Alexander and the magnificent White Tower before making our way into the old city. Using pictures to build historical frames from the time of Cassander through the little known Galerius Caesar, the rich Byzantine period and the Ottomans. Thessaloniki is one of the most beautiful cities we have seen - and Alex by bringing in dollops of local colour (and local food samples - the olive tasting in the old market was amazing!), made it come alive. Alex, like most of the guides we have met in Greece, is highly qualified with two masters degrees in tourism management and spares no effort. Keep up the great work, Alex. May you continue to prosper. Alexandros the local Greek Italian guide

Emily🇺🇸 United States

(About local Alexandros)

20 October 2024

We learned and saw more on our day-trip to Thessaloniki than we ever could have hoped for! Alex shared his passion for the city's history and culture as we dashed around gathering once-in-lifetime experiences, detailed local insights, and even Greek pastries 🥰 We couldn't possibly have done Thessaloniki any better without him and we're so grateful for the memories 🙏 Ευχαριστώ πολύ, Alex!Best Tour Ever!

hebeisen

(About local Alexandros)

9 October 2024

We have spent a very nice and interesting afternoon on a private tour with Alexandros. We learned a lot about history and also enjoyed the conversations about everyday life in Thessaloniki. Highly recommend private tours to everyone, despite the slightly higher cost. You will get so much more out of it than on a group tour.Very interesting tour

James

(About local Alexandros)

21 September 2024

What a great tour with Alex. We all had a great time. He catered the tour to our wishes and interests. We could have spent more time with him. If you get the chance, take your next tour with him. It was wonderful!!!James

Liz🇬🇧 United Kingdom

(About local Alexandros)

29 August 2024

We really enjoyed our morning with Alexandros! His enthusiasm for this beautiful city is infectious, and he shared with us its fascinating history, whilst showing us some of the most important sites and some hidden ones that we would never have found. And some delicious food on our way too. A super tour of Thessaloniki

Alexis🇺🇸 United States

(About local Alexandros)

16 July 2024

We experienced a wonderful tour in Thessaloniki, and that exceeded all expectations. Alexandros was knowledgeable but also passionate and proud of Thessaloniki's history and culture. The tour was well-paced, walking through the streets and experiencing this lovely location. One highlight was exploring the shopt, where we sampled delicious local food including olives and cheese. The personalized nature of the tour allowed for spontaneous stops at charming cafes and shops, providing a truly immersive experience. For anyone visiting Thessaloniki, this Withlocals tour is a must-do for an authentic and enriching city exploration. We genuinely enjoyed our tour with Alexandros. Alexis, Casie, Gail and LindsGreat Tour of Thessaloniki

Giles🇨🇭 Switzerland

(About local Alexandros)

3 July 2024

We did a walking tour with Alex in Thessaloniki. We were immediately impressed with Alex’s friendliness and warm personality. He was a wonderful guide! He was deeply knowledgeable and was able to focus around areas of specific interest to us. The ability to tailor the tour accordingly shows the broadness of his experience and deep familiarity with the city. We plan to come back and Alex will be our guide again!Walking with Alex

Michal

(About local Alexandros)

23 September 2023

Alex is a great guide! Alex guided our family and shared a lot of historical and cultural information combined with some food tasting. Alex was passionate about his work and nothing was too hard. We were together for 4 hours and enjoyed every minute. Alex also shared many local recommendations. I highly recommend going on a tour with Alex.A great tour

Jonathan🇺🇸 United States

(About local Alexandros)

19 September 2023

We thoroughly enjoyed our tour with Alexandros. He was very personable, a wealth of knowledge and tailored the tour to our specific interests. Great local knowledge.

Eileen🇺🇸 United States

(About local Alexandros)

18 September 2023

Alex covered so much ground in the history of the city--no easy task. The complexities and fascinations of how Thessaloniki developed and thrived and truly is the gem of Greece were made so clear. Like a professor, he was armed with pictures and a notebook! We would not have been able to appreciate so much without Alex. The Professor

Matthijs

(About local Alexandros)

9 September 2023

Alexandros is very commited to your preferences. A special guide that provided a great experience.Great experience

Kelli🇺🇸 United States

(About local Alexandros)

29 August 2023

We had a great day with Alex! He completely tailored the day to the things we were interested in. He knows a lot of history and also a lot of places to grab a quick treat or coffee. Definitely recommend spending a day learning about Thessaloniki with him. Great guide!

Regine🇩🇪 Germany

(About local Alexandros)

9 July 2023

Alex is First of all a very nice Person with a Great knockledge , also flexible, and Patient. Even After the Tour he have us tips. It was the Perfect choice- we had a wonderful Time and got a lot of Information- Time was best spent for this ExperienceAmazing walking tour with a perfect guide

Unknown

(About local Alexandros)

12 June 2023

Bobbie🇺🇸 United States

(About local Alexandros)

6 June 2023

We loved having Alexandros show us around Thessaloniki. He was so knowledgeable about all facets of the city. AND he was very accommodating to our slow pace. He really gave us a great tour. I would highly recommend him. Alexandros was a super great guide!

kira🇺🇸 United States

(About local Alexandros)

9 May 2023

I did a the highlights and secret gems walking tour with Alex’s week, and it was an amazing experience. The title says it all not only for the tour, but for Alex as well. I arrived to Thessaloniki, and had the tour scheduled the same evening of my arrival. Unfortunately, I had a problem with my luggage and it didn’t start off my first day.of my trip the best. Alex quickly changed my mood, and we had a wonderful time seeing all the highlights of the beautiful city. He’s extremely knowledgeable about history, culture and lots of informative suggestions. It was by far my best experience “With Locals” don’t hesitate and book Alex! Alex is a Gem!

Anja🇮🇱 Israel

(About local Alexandros)

20 April 2023

We recently had the pleasure of joining two fantastic tours led by our incredible guide, Alex. From the moment we met, Alex's warmth and friendliness made us feel right at home. His extensive knowledge of Thessaloniki's history and culture elevated our experience, allowing us to appreciate the city's charm in a whole new way. On our first day, we embarked on a delightful 10-tasting tour. Alex guided us through the bustling markets and quaint streets, introducing us to the exquisite flavors of Thessaloniki. He handpicked local delicacies and shared fascinating stories behind each dish, making the experience both delicious and educational. The second day, we ventured into the hidden gems of Thessaloniki. Alex's passion for his city shone through as he revealed lesser-known treasures and breathtaking viewpoints. His keen eye for detail and engaging anecdotes enriched our understanding of the city's history, transforming our journey into a memorable adventure. In summary, both tours were nothing short of amazing, thanks to Alex's genuine enthusiasm, expertise, and hospitality. We wholeheartedly recommend Alex to anyone looking to explore Thessaloniki in an authentic and unforgettable way.A Great Thessaloniki Experience with Alex

Liz🇦🇹 Austria

(About local Alexandros)

29 March 2023

Wie had a great afternoon tour with Alex, who showed us around this wonderful, vibrant city of Saloniki. Alex provided us with so many interesting details, took us on a great walking tour along the hidden gems of the city. We had tasty, local delicacies in a local pastry shop and Alex also recommended some great places to eat out. Thanks for your hospitality and kind surprise at the end of the tour! We hope to see you again. Will definitely come back! Wonderful tour!

Lisa

(About local Alexandros)

16 September 2025

Really enjoyed our food tour with Alex! He took us to lots of great tasting spots and shared a lot about Thessaloniki history as well. We enjoyed meeting many of the local shop owners as well! Great experience and would highly recommend! Great food tour!

Shani🇮🇱 Israel

(About local Nikos)

1 September 2025

We had a truly wonderful experience with Nikos. He was warm, welcoming, and made us feel at ease right away. The tour combined delicious tastings of authentic Greek food with fascinating historical insights about Thessaloniki. Nikos was attentive, friendly, and open-minded - we especially appreciated how inclusive and LGBTQ+ friendly he was. Overall, it was both a tasty and meaningful way to discover the city, and we highly recommend it. Great tour

David🇳🇿 New Zealand

(About local Alexandros)

30 August 2025

Did a 2 hour city tour with Alexandros yesterday. He was so knowledgeable and we covered so much. Started with alot of the history which was great to understand. Spent more time at sights that interested us more. We unfortunately were running late but he worked that out for us and even had a cold beer waiting for us which was very thoughtful. When I asked Ai today for sights to see and do in Thessaloniki, Alexandros had already covered everything with us which was great. Highly recommend as a great way to understand a new city and get your bearings for future exploration. At the end gave us a map and went over everything and marked great aces to eat and drink and other places we asked him about. Thank you from the New Zealanders!!City Tour a great experience

Simone🇦🇺 Australia

(About local Alexandros)

29 August 2025

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ We had such a great time on our food tour of Thessaloniki with Alex! Everything we tried was super authentic and absolutely delicious. You could tell Alex really knows the local scene—he had an awesome connection with the people at each stop, which made the experience feel even more special. On top of that, he shared so much interesting history about the city. With his background in communication and history, he made everything really engaging and easy to connect with. If you’re looking for a fun, flavorful, and insightful way to explore Thessaloniki, definitely book this tour with Alex! Thessaloniki food tour

Jeff🇺🇸 United States

(About local Nikos)

29 August 2025

We had a fantastic tour with Nikos. He introduced us to the major historical and cultural sites as well as some hidden gems. He made sure we got to know the different neighborhoods around the city center and appreciated the flavor of the local atmosphere. He shared excellent recommendations for restaurants and experiences around Thessaloniki. Nikos was charming, passionate, and very knowledgeable. We look forward to touring with him again.Perfect Introduction to the City

Jeff🇺🇸 United States

(About local Alexandros)

27 August 2025

We had a fantastic food tour of Thessaloniki with Alex! He immersed us in the history, culture, and beauty of the city while blending gastronomic experiences into the tour. His enthusiasm was boundless and he was totally dedicated to making sure that we enjoyed every step of the way. It is rare to find a guide so knowledgeable. He genuinely loves his city and sharing it with visitors. We hope to return to Thessaloniki and enjoy more tours with Alex. I highly recommend him.Amazing Tour!

Flavia🇺🇸 United States

(About local Nikos)

24 August 2025

Nikos was great! Great comunication, great knowledge, eager to show us everything with a linited time!Great insights!

Danae

(About local Alexandros)

13 August 2025

We had the pleasure of taking an evening walking tour with Alexandros. It was on our first day in Thessaloniki (which served us well as we picked up so much valuable information that made the rest of the trip all the more richer). Alexandros shared his deep understanding of the city, its history and culture in an easy conversational manner which kept us hooked all the way. His recommendations of where to go shaped our time in Thessaloniki. A generous host! Thank you Alexandros.Unforgettable walking tour

Wendi

(About local Alexandros)

22 July 2025

Alex was an excellent tour guide. We had a great time seeing and learning about the city. I highly recommend this tour!Excellent tour!

Rev. Dr. Keith

(About local Alexandros)

17 July 2025

I am a Canadian Pastor, so the two biblical tours we had with Alex were great. The first day with Alex we traveled to ancient Philippi, and Kavala. Alex's knowledge of the biblical history, and its importance made the Scriptures come alive for me. Not only was Alex informed, he was respectful of the importance of the sites to me. For example, he gave me time to read and reflect at the river where Lydia was baptized. It was very moving spiritually, and a moment in time I will always remember. The following day, we toured Thessaloniki, again with the focus on the biblical and religious significance in the life of the Apostle Paul and the establishing of the church. When discussing the history and importance of Thessaloniki, I knew Alex was truly in his element! Again Alex respected what was important to me and my wife. For example, because it was a Sunday, Alex waited while we participated in the church service that was in progress. His sensitivity to what he knew was important to us, along with the incredible views and information was spectacular. I would highly recommend Alex!!What an informative experience!

Raffaela

(About local Nikos)

13 July 2025

Joel

(About local Alexandros)

5 June 2025

We really enjoyed our tour with Alex. He was very friendly and informative.

Kate

(About local Alexandros)

31 May 2025

On our first day in Thessaloniki, my husband, 13 year old son and I had arranged to do a historical walking tour with Alexandros. From the moment we met, he was friendly, personable, and made us feel completely at ease. Alexandros’s knowledge of the city's history was evident, and he shared it in a way that was both engaging and easy to follow. From Roman ruins and Byzantine churches to Ottoman influences and modern city life, he gave us a well-rounded picture of how the city has evolved over time. His explanations were informative without ever feeling like a lecture, and he was always happy to answer our questions or elaborate on topics we were particularly interested in. Alexandros made sure to tailor the tour to include what we wanted to see and learn about, and adjusted the pace and route to suit us. He also ensured that we were not too tired, given that we had arrived after a very long flight the day before. One of the highlights was our visit to the Vlatadon Monastery. We were fortunate that it was open while we were there, and Alexandros brought us in to explore. The monastery is beautiful and peaceful, with an amazing view over Thessaloniki and the sea. We likely would have missed it if we had been on our own. If you're visiting Thessaloniki and want an insightful introduction to the city, we absolutely recommend booking a tour with Alexandros. It was the perfect way to start our stay! The perfect introduction to Thessaloniki

Andi

(About local Nikos)

30 May 2025

Nikos was very friendly and insightful and explained all the sites in detail.

Jesse🇺🇸 United States

(About local Alexandros)

27 May 2025

We booked two different tours with Alex, both with a little bit different of intention to them. Alex was extremely flexible in making sure we got the most of our time with him and seeing exactly what we wanted.Second tour with Alex and would recommend

Jesse🇺🇸 United States

(About local Nikos)

27 May 2025

Nikos was very friendly and excited to show us all his favorite foods. We got a lot of historical facts along the way and enjoyed the experience.Great food and exploring

Jesse🇺🇸 United States

(About local Alexandros)

27 May 2025

Having Alex guide us around the city felt like being led around by a new friend. We had great conversations with him while learning a ton about the city!Very friendly and knowledgeable guide

Karin🇳🇱 Netherlands

(About local Alexandros)

28 March 2025

Alexandros weet echt alles over de geschiedenis van Thessaloniki en heeft ons echt alles laten proeven waar Griekenland bekend om staat! Waar je als toerist langs loopt, gaat hij naar binnen en als afsluiting krijg je van allerlei tips waar je nog heen kunt gaan!Hele goede gids!!

Brandi

(About local Dimitrios)

27 March 2025

We had a great walking tour of Thessaloniki with Dimitrios. It was our first full day in the city and was the perfect way to learn about the history of Thessaloniki and see some of the key sights. As an official guide, Dimitrios is extremely knowledgeable about the history and the area. My husband and I especially appreciated how Dimitrios shared some personal stories and discussed current events with us, as it made us feel more connected to the modern city. He also very thoughtfully followed up with recommendations on things to see during the rest of our stay. And he introduced us to some of Thessaloniki's many cats! It was one of the best walking tours we've done. An amazing history tour with Dimitrios

Ruth

(About local Dimitrios)

27 February 2025

Dimitrios was a wonderful guide with a wealth of information. We learned so much during our walking tour of Thessaloniki and day trip to Vergina and Pella. Dimitrios also facilitated another day tour for us to Philippi and Kavala that he was unable to do. He booked a guide and transportation for us. When my husband left his glasses in the taxi, Dimitrios helped us retrieve them. He went above and beyond in his service. We had a wonderful tour experience and also feel like we gained a friend! Highly recommend his services!Our tours by Dimitrios

Olivia

(About local Dimitrios)

25 February 2025

Dimitrios did an amazing job as the St. Joseph’s Honors Program tour guide. He was incredibly knowledgeable, and open to answering any questions that our group had. He provided in-depth information about all of the sites we had visited. Also, very personable and kind! Our Honors program is so lucky to have had such an amazing experience thanks to Dimitrios!Guided tour of our university by Dimitrios.

Emiliana

(About local Dimitrios)

22 February 2025

I enjoyed a tour of Thessaloniki with Dimitrios last Oct. 4: not only it was a very interesting tour of the city, getting to learn a lot and benefit from his very extensive knowledge, but also, we got a chance to connect on a human level, and I feel that was really invaluable. I would definitely recommend a guided tour with him. Thank you very much for everything, and especially for patiently waiting for the few of us that would stray from the group sometimes.. 😆You’ve been very kind, it’s been such a pleasure to walk with you! ευχαριστώ🙏A walking tour with Dimitrios in Thessaloniki

Christian 🇺🇸 United States

(About local Alexandros)

2 February 2025

I had a great private tour with Alexandros. While the focus was the incredible food of this city, Alexandros was able to weave in commentary about the history, architecture, and culture of Thessaloniki. Alexandros was easy to talk to - fluent in multiple languages - and accommodating. He is very well prepared and shared lots of recommendations with me. Looking forward to a future tour with him. Great Day in Thessaloniki

Mary

(About local Dimitrios)

10 January 2025

We had a terrific time today with Demetrius, learned a lot about Greece and especially the history of Thessaloniki. He’s the real deal!!Guided tour in Thessaloniki

Namrata

(About local Dimitrios)

12 December 2024

I had a nice time...very informative and full of witty jokes and fun. Highly recommended.Tour in Thessaloniki